An introduction to renewables
If you’ve heard of solar but you’re unsure of the science, or you want to find out more about what makes technologies sustainable, we’ve put together some quick facts about the main renewables used in the UK. Using naturally- occurring fuel does…
Quick fixes for a warm home
It is well worth thinking about how you can keep your home warm efficiently. If you’re clever about it, you’ll need less heating, saving yourself money and use less of the UK’s energy – a precious resource and one that…
Heat Genius case study
We are big believers in smart heating systems and Heat Genius is one of the smartest. The Heat Genius team have sent us over this case study of one of their recent jobs to give a clear idea of how…
Demand-side management
By guest writer Alasdair Woodbridge, Founder and CEO of Heat Genius There’s an obvious problem with renewable energy: the wind doesn’t blow harder or the Sun shine brighter when you switch your kettle on. As the percentage of green energy…
How to build an energy efficient extension
An extension can be a great way to add space and value to your property, but there are loads of things to take into account when designing, building and decorating it. How can you factor energy efficiency into this? We give…
What is solar glass?
What makes solar glass different from traditional panels? BIPV – building-integrated photovoltaics – are solar panels designed to replace conventional building materials in parts such as the roof, skylights, facades and windows. The key difference between this technology and traditional…
Blame it on the weatherman
It’s been another busy week in the office and in the energy sector. The government have made some key decisions which are sure to affect the price we pay for our energy. We’ve also heard the first rumblings of Brexit…
Should I buy an electric car?
For years, the electric car industry was a growing, but niche, market. It is now broadening out to new customer bases thanks to new models, grants and battery technology. Tesla has given the industry a much-needed boost, bringing electric cars to…
A guide to solar energy
Solar energy has been used for centuries, since glass lenses were first used to make fire by magnifying the sun’s rays in the ancient world. Radiant heat and light from the sun can be harnessed and converted into electricity, used…
Energy saving lighting FAQs
Do I have to use energy saving lighting? Regulations brought in from September 2016 mean that (once existing stocks run out), halogen bulbs are banned from sale in the UK. You may still be able to pick them up in shops…