Should I Get Solar Panels? 2019/2020
A lot has changed in recent years for the solar panel industry, and with all the developments a lot of people are left questioning whether solar panels are right for them or not. Solar Panel 101 There are two types…
Are Gas Boilers Being Banned?
What exactly are they banning? The new standards set forth by Philip Hammond will bring an end to the installation of gas boilers in any new build domestic properties from 2025. The ban on gas boilers is only for new…
The Renewable Heat Incentive Explained
What is the Renewable Heat Incentive? The Renewable Heat Incentive (RHI) is a government scheme that provides payments for the generation of heat from several different renewable energy sources. It was introduced in November 2011 to replace the Low Carbon…
The Cheapest Ways to Stop Condensation
With such uncertain weather these days, condensation is a problem that many of us are facing. Apart from ruining the view from your windows, condensation can damage window frames and sills, and cause serious mould issues. Double glazing is often…
The Green Room: Episode 11 – External Wall Insulation (The Insulation Masterclass Series Pt 2)
The Green Room: What happens when you put two sustainability experts in a room and ask them all about external wall insulation? The second instalment of our Insulation Masterclass Series is all about those pesky solid walls and…
Energy News Spring 2019
Spring has sprung and we are all about the green vibes coming our way. Wind The UK government is throwing itself behind a huge expansion in wind power, with the aim of generating a third of the UK’s electricity by…
The Green Room: Episode 10 – Home Energy Saving Q&A
The Green Room: What happens when you put two sustainability experts in a room and ask them…. well, whatever you want? We put your questions to James and Nick, from solar panels and boiler efficiency to wind turbines…
Do Smart Meters Save You Money?
A radio advert by Smart Energy GB was banned recently after it was deemed misleading to tell customers that getting a smart meter would save them money. We thought this warranted some investigation. Can a smart meter save you money or…
How to Heat a Listed Building
Listed buildings can be very difficult to heat properly. They are often draughty and poorly insulated, with archaic heating installed, on top of which you’re likely to be very limited as to any changes you can make to the building.…
The Green Room: Episode 9 – Loft Insulation (The Insulation Masterclass Series Pt 1)
The Green Room: What happens when you put two sustainability experts in a room and ask them about loft insulation? We’re talking warm lofts, cold lofts, big lofts, small lofts, and all lofts in between. What kind of…