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Yahoo
5 hours ago
- Business
- Yahoo
Campaign to help stadiums install solar panels launched
Southampton's Utilita Bowl in focus - Utilita and BASIS announce collaboration to fast-track solar adoption across the UK's sporting venues (Image: Utilita) An energy-saving expert has started a campaign to help stadiums get solar panels. Southampton company Utilita plans to fast-track solar PV installation in sports venues. The "Are You Sporting Solar?" campaign aims to identify and tackle barriers preventing clubs from adopting solar energy. Advertisement In association with the British Association for Sustainable Sport (BASIS), the initiative began by surveying sports organisations to identify issues hindering adoption. Ella Moorey, group sustainability lead at Utilita, said: "Sport has the power to inspire change, and by embracing solar energy, stadiums and venues can lead the way in demonstrating environmental responsibility. "At Utilita, we believe that enabling the adoption of solar PV across the sporting landscape is not just an opportunity - it's a necessity." David Mann, chief executive of Hampshire's Utilita Bowl, said: "This campaign will be a game-changer in helping sporting organisations fast-track their way to accessing sustainable energy and enabling clubs to redirect those savings into making other sustainable adaptations."
Scottish Sun
11-05-2025
- Health
- Scottish Sun
Majority of Brits shower in the morning NOT the evening, survey finds
Some Brits suggested showering earlier helps them wake up in the morning WET & WILD Majority of Brits shower in the morning NOT the evening, survey finds THE DAY vs night shower debate has been settled - with first thing coming out on top. A poll of 2,000 adults found early washes are more popular, with 57 per cent of those with a preference favouring the morning. Advertisement 1 The nation's preferred time to shower has finally been revealed Credit: SWNS In comparison, only 32 per cent prefer to get lathered up before bed. One in 10 (11 per cent) opted for neither option, preferring to get clean at some point in the afternoon. The main reasons for preferring an early morning spritz included wanting to start the day clean and refreshed (70 per cent), helping them wake up in the morning (50 per cent), and getting energised for the day ahead (45 per cent). A morning shower even formed part of the top three things to help people get ready for the day, alongside having a cup of coffee (34 per cent) and a healthy breakfast (29 per cent). Advertisement A spokesperson for Utilita Energy, which commissioned the research as part of its Power Price List series – a cost to run database of all household appliances, said: 'Heating up water to shower consumes a lot of energy, so we were interested to better understand people's behaviours. 'The smart meter data we see from Utilita households sees a spike in the morning and again in the afternoon and evening – clearly showers contribute more to the morning spike than the ones later in the day.' Despite winning the debate, morning showers were found to be a slightly more rushed and a less relaxing affair – with the average person spending an additional two minutes under the water in the evening than they do first thing. Nearly four in 10 also voted night-time cleanses as more relaxing, compared to only 15 per cent claiming this of morning washes. Advertisement With top reasons for opting for an evening shower related to its soothing effects, with four in 10 using this time to unwind and de-stress before they turn in for the night. While 51 per cent think showering before bed helps them to sleep more soundly, according to data. 'Smells great,' Dollar Tree fans cry after spotting $1.25 Sol de Janeiro dupe on shelves – it's $30 less than original Timesaving also contributed to these night owls' preferences, who use their extra time in the morning to sleep in (24 per cent) or devote time to other things (22 per cent). It also emerged 28 per cent claim a shower in the morning is vital to their routine, with 17 per cent saying the same about an evening clean. Advertisement One in 10 even said they would be unlikely to rinse and repeat if they couldn't do so at their preferred time. Top reasons for making changes to their routine included getting ready for a special occasion (36 per cent), travel plans (28 per cent), and oversleeping (24 per cent). Utilita's spokesperson added: 'The cost of running a shower for eight minutes is around 32p on average – or £116 a year. "The Power Price List is designed to reveal how tweaking habits can provide sizeable savings for households.'
The Irish Sun
11-05-2025
- Health
- The Irish Sun
Majority of Brits shower in the morning NOT the evening, survey finds
THE DAY vs night shower debate has been settled - with first thing coming out on top. A poll of 2,000 adults found 1 The nation's preferred time to shower has finally been revealed Credit: SWNS In comparison, only 32 per cent prefer to get lathered up before bed. One in 10 (11 per cent) opted for neither option, preferring to get clean at some point in the afternoon. The main reasons for preferring an A morning shower even formed part of the top three things to help people get ready for the day, alongside having a cup of coffee (34 per cent) and a healthy breakfast (29 per cent). Read More on UK News A spokesperson for Utilita Energy, which commissioned the research as part of its 'The smart meter data we see from Utilita households sees a spike in the morning and again in the afternoon and evening – clearly showers contribute more to the morning spike than the ones later in the day.' Despite winning the debate, morning showers were found to be a slightly more rushed and a less relaxing affair – with the average person spending an additional two minutes under the water in the evening than they do first thing. Nearly four in 10 also voted night-time cleanses as more relaxing, compared to only 15 per cent claiming this of morning washes. Most read in The Sun With top reasons for opting for an While 51 per cent think showering before bed helps them to sleep more soundly, according to data. 'Smells great,' Dollar Tree fans cry after spotting $1.25 Sol de Janeiro dupe on shelves – it's $30 less than original Timesaving also contributed to these night owls' preferences, who use their extra time in the morning to sleep in (24 per cent) or devote time to other things (22 per cent). It also emerged 28 per cent claim One in 10 even said they would be unlikely to rinse and repeat if they couldn't do so at their preferred time. Top reasons for making changes to their routine included getting ready for a special occasion (36 per cent), travel plans (28 per cent), and oversleeping (24 per cent). Utilita's spokesperson added: 'The cost of running a shower for eight minutes is around 32p on average – or £116 a year. "The Power Price List is designed to reveal how tweaking habits can provide sizeable savings for households.'
Daily Mirror
11-05-2025
- Health
- Daily Mirror
Why showering in the morning can save you money on energy bills
A poll of 2,000 UK adults found that two thirds of Brits already prefer to have a morning shower, but there's a key reason you should too. A survey of 2,000 adults revealed that a morning shower is the way to go for most, with two thirds opting for an a morning cleanse. In contrast, just 32% choose to have a shower before bed, while one in 10 prefer their showers in the afternoon. A morning shower even formed part of the top three things to help people get ready for the day, alongside having a cup of coffee (34%) and a healthy breakfast (29%). It also emerged 28% claim a shower in the morning is vital to their routine, with 17% saying the same about an evening clean. One in 10 even said they would be unlikely to shower if they couldn't do so at their preferred time. Rarely do people stray from their routine, doing so only if they had to get ready for a special occasion (36%), travel plans (28%), and oversleeping (24%). The study was conducted by Utilita Energy as part of its Power Price List series – a comprehensive guide on the running costs of household gadgets. A spokesperson for Utilita explained: "Heating up water to shower consumes a lot of energy, so we were interested to better understand people's behaviours." The main reasons for preferring an early morning spritz included wanting to start the day clean and refreshed (70%), helping them wake up in the morning (50%), and getting energised for the day ahead (45%). The top reasons for opting for an evening shower related to its soothing effects, with four in 10 using this time to unwind and de-stress before they turn in for the night. While 51% think showering before bed helps them to sleep more soundly, according to data. Saving time in the morning also contributed to these night owls' preferences, who use their extra time in the morning to sleep in (24%) or devote time to other things (22%). However, evening showers could be contributing more to higher energy bills. The research found morning showers to be slightly more rushed and a less relaxing affair – with the average person spending an additional two minutes under the water in the evening than they do first thing, as a result spending more on their energy bills. "The cost of running a shower for eight minutes is around 32p on average – or £116 a year," said a Utilita's spokesperson, but shaving off a few minutes in the morning could help bring that down. They added: "The Power Price List is designed to reveal how tweaking habits can provide sizeable savings for households."
The Guardian
18-02-2025
- Politics
- The Guardian
Protests, plum blossom and the Steel Heart of Azov: photos of the day
A woman sings during a protest outside the Capitol against efforts by Donald Trump and Elon Musk to shrink the federal government Photograph: Allison Bailey/NurPhoto/REX/Shutterstock Boys take part in the Utilita football festival hosted by West Bromwich Albion Photograph: Ryan Browne/REX/Shutterstock Timo Arp, a butcher from Jagel, uses a chainsaw to cut up a sperm whale carcass that washed up on a local beach Photograph: Jonas Walzberg/AP , Gaza Strip Palestinians sit around a fire amid the rubble of buildings destroyed during the Israel's offensive Photograph: Mahmoud Issa/Reuters Pilgrims board a train after visiting the Kashi Vishwanath temple Photograph: Niharika Kulkarni/AFP/Getty Images The northern lights appear over the island's capital Photograph: Emilio Morenatti/AP A person crossing Sofiiska Square is framed by the Steel Heart of Azov, which commemorates Ukrainian soldiers killed fighting Russian forces Photograph: Ukrinform/REX/Shutterstock A watermelon vendor at a market Photograph: Ishara S Kodikara/AFP/Getty Images A jetski rider practices before the Nazare Big Wave surfing contest Photograph: Anadolu/Getty Images Indian soldiers on parade to welcome the emir of Qatar, Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad Al Thani to the official residence of the Indian president Photograph: Adnan Abidi/Reuters Donald Trump waves in the direction of supporters as he leaves the Trump International golf club Photograph: Ben Curtis/AP An aerial view of the snow-covered Ishak Pasha Palace, one of the most important Ottoman monuments in Anatolia Photograph: Anadolu/Getty Images Representatives of trademark owners cut up a counterfeit luxury handbag at a press conference on the infringement of intellectual property rights Photograph: Rungroj Yongrit/EPA A bird perches on a branch of plum blossom Photograph: Costfoto/NurPhoto/REX/Shutterstock An tea vendor waits for customers at a livestock market Photograph: Wakil Kohsar/AFP/Getty Images A state memorial service for the former German president Horst Koehler takes place at the city's Dom Cathedral Photograph: Sean Gallup/EPA Nigel Farage (right) is interviewed by Jordan Peterson at the Alliance for Responsible Citizenship conference Photograph: Ben Whitley/PA Fans of the Bay Golf Club cheer their team at the SoFi Center Photograph: Carmen Mandato/TGL/Israeli soldiers sit on a bomb shelter in northern Israel after withdrawing from villages in southern Lebanon Photograph: Ariel Schalit/AP A cat is seen through a destroyed window in the Nur Shams camp. The 'Iron Walls' operation launched by the Israeli army on camps in the Palestinian National Authority areas in the northern West Bank has displaced thousands of Palestinian families from their homes. Photograph: Nasser Ishtayeh/SOPA Images/REX/Shutterstock
