7 more things you need to ask yourself before installing solar PV
A few weeks ago we wrote a piece on ‘7 things you need to consider before installing solar PV’ In this blog we are going to continue the theme! Another 7 things you should consider… Should I use the electricity…
How to have a green BBQ
With the warmer weather now upon us, and BBQ’s being dusted off across the country, we at TheGreenAge thought it was a good time to talk about whether you can have a more sustainable green BBQ. BBQ’s actually can be very…
How do you insulate a loft conversion?
With all the demands on space and the value of homes rising rapidly, loft conversions are becoming a great way to expand the floor space of your home and increase its value. As you might know, the roof is one…
LED versus CFL?
Compact fluorescent lights have been around for many years, and their energy saving properties have been touted by the Government, energy companies and green organisations alike, but how do they compare to the new kids on the block – LED…
What makes a good composter?
This week is international compost awareness week as I’m sure you know!! As a result, we thought we would just do a quick composting FAQ. What is composting? Composting is nature’s way of recycling decomposed organic material (think fallen leaves…
Magnetic Secondary Glazing
Secondary glazing is a fantastic solution in that it not only improves the energy efficiency of your home; it also allows you to preserve the charm and style of your original windows underneath. If you want to read more about…
Green Deal Home Improvement Fund GDHIF
GDHIF is relaunching on the 10th December 2014 at 9am The original GDHIF scheme was so popular, the funding lasted just 6 weeks, however the great news is that GHDIF is set to return! [amazon_link asins=’B071NGHJWB’ template=’ProductAd’ store=’the0c3-21′ marketplace=’UK’ link_id=’7b20402e-3dd6-4dfe-b2f1-b4123b5b3c4b’]What is…
How bad are tumble dryers?
Tumble dryers are energy intensive – we all know that. It is one of the few appliances we ask about as part of a Green Deal Assessment, above items such as computers, TVs, Dish washers and a number of other…
Insulating your Hot Water Tank
For those with hot water tanks, insulating them is really important. The tank is where your hot water gets stored after being heated by the boiler, and if it is poorly insulated, it will lose heat much quicker. This then…
Are biomass boilers worth it?
Biomass boilers offer a great heating solution that really does pay for itself and then some. Combined with the great savings to be made with biomass fuels and the government’s domestic Renewable Heat Incentive (RHI), it really does make sense…