Geopolitical ructions in eastern Europe have highlighted how fragile the energy supply chain is. While we have made significant progress in our efforts to transition to renewables, the Russian invasion of Ukraine has thrown our continued dependence on fossil fuels, particularly natural gas, under the spotlight.

It is widely accepted that utility bills will increase significantly from spring 2022, and this is going to hit the pockets of homeowners, renters and landlords hard – not to mention UK business and industry.