Micro Generation
Micro generation involves producing energy for small, localised needs – for example, individual buildings, communities, schools and businesses. Solar Thermal Hot Water Heating Solar Photovoltaic (PV) electricity generation Wind turbines Micro-Combined Heat and Power (CHP) Heat Pumps Micro-hydro Biomass heating … Continue reading
Heating
When it comes to central heating systems, there’s a lot of choice, including what sort of fuel to use. No matter how efficient your insulation and draught-proofing may be, an old inefficient boiler will waste a lot of energy and … Continue reading
Insulate
The cheapest and best way to reduce your energy bills is to insulate your home. Loft insulation alone can cut your energy usage by 20%. And these days there are recycled, non-toxic insulation products like Warmcel as an alternative to … Continue reading
Save Energy
Fact: homes use a lot of energy. But it’s also a fact that most homes also waste a lot of energy with an estimated £8 billion worth of energy wasted annually in the UK. Nearly one third of all the … Continue reading
Fluctuating oil prices – when is the best time to buy heating oil?
Trying to second-guess energy prices is notoriously difficult, that said, crude oil has risen from a low of $30 a barrel in early 2016 to over $80 in recent months. For those who have to rely on oil to run … Continue reading
