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Heat Pumps – Your Questions Answered

Written by Housing Energy Advisor on June 3, 2016 — Leave a Comment

At present, heat pumps are one of the lesser known renewable energy sources so you will probably have a lot of questions if you’re looking into this as an option for your home. Predominantly used in Switzerland, Sweden and Austria, these are a green energy that have been introduced as part of the bid to reduce carbon emissions by 2020.

Before purchasing a heat pump it is important to fully understand them so you can identify the advantages / disadvantages before proceeding with one. However, with a growing number of people installing these, there are some very positive reviews and it has been identified that they will reduce energy bills by approximately 50%.

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Posted in ASHP, GSHP, Heat Pumps

Renewable energy to supply electricity comparable to fossil fuel by 2030

Written by Housing Energy Advisor on May 9, 2016 — 1 Comment

Due to the high demand for green power, harvested renewable energy is projected to be at 100% by 2030. Based on a study commission by the federal government in Australia, clean energy from wind, solar and hydro is forecasted to produce the same amount of power as fossil fuels in less than 15 years time. However, investment may range from $219 billion to $252 billion.

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Posted in Renewable Energy

Changes to Renewable Heat Incentive (RHI) Payments – How Will They Affect Me?

Written by Housing Energy Advisor on March 14, 2016 — Leave a Comment

A Renewable Heat Incentive is a scheme that was established by the Department of Energy and Climate Change (DECC). It promotes the use of renewable energy sources by offering quarterly payments to those involved in the scheme, so long as they abide by the guidelines in place.

There are two types of incentives, commercial and domestic, depending on the property in which the energy source is installed. But, with new rates coming into play on 1st January 2016, what does this mean for those looking at entering into the scheme in the near future?

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Posted in ASHP, GSHP, Renewable Heat Incentive

CMA sets out proposals to energy market changes

Written by Housing Energy Advisor on March 10, 2016 — Leave a Comment

In a summary of its provisional decision on remedies published today, the Competition and Markets Authority (CMA) has set out a comprehensive and wide-ranging package of remedies to address the problems hindering competition, which it proposes to introduce following the conclusion of its investigation in June.

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Posted in Energy Tariffs, Press Releases

Heat Pump Market To See Annual 13.10% Growth

Written by Housing Energy Advisor on February 29, 2016 — Leave a Comment

A report published by Transparency Market Research has stated that there will be an expected growth in the global heat pumps market which will see it worth around £90 billion by the year 2020. This forecast will mean a 13.10% compound annual growth rate over the next few years and has come about as consumers seek an alternative form of energy from the rising prices in fossil fuels.

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Posted in Heat Pumps, Heating, Renewable Heat Incentive

What Do the Changes to Feed-in Tariffs Mean for Me?

Written by Housing Energy Advisor on February 1, 2016 — Leave a Comment

As of 15h January, there have been new tariffs introduced by the government to their FITs (Feed-in Tariffs) schemes, which will be applicable for all new applications submitted. Any applications that were received before 14th January will be considered for the old rates, if the application is accepted.

Any applications that are submitted between now and 7th February will be placed into a queue system as the FIT scheme has been paused for this period of time. If you already had a FIT scheme approved before 14th January, then none of these new changes will affect you.

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Posted in Feed in Tariff, Renewable Energy, Solar PV

Choosing Energy-Efficient Windows

Written by Housing Energy Advisor on January 7, 2016 — 2 Comments

Windows are one of the ways in which heat will be lost from your home, but with improved technology, energy-efficient windows can reduce the amount of heat lost as well as the amount of noise that enters into your home. This can be achieved with secondary glazing, double or triple glazing or more simply, by hanging heavier curtains in front of your windows.

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Posted in Energy Saving, Home Improvements

A Guide to Ground Source Heat Pumps

Written by Housing Energy Advisor on December 3, 2015 — 1 Comment

It may not be one of the most talked about of energy sources, but a surprising amount of hospitals, schools and offices are looking into the ground for their heating energy sources. Ground source heat pumps can provide a great source of heat energy for larger buildings as well as your own home; and with the ground being so readily accessible, its popularity is growing.

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Posted in Heat Pumps, Renewable Energy

The Pros and Cons of Heat Pumps

Written by Housing Energy Advisor on November 10, 2015 — Leave a Comment

Heat pumps have become more of an interest to homeowners now they are eligible for the domestic renewable heat incentive. Owners that choose this efficient alternative to heating their home can be paid for playing their part in the fight against global warming. Homes with decent insulation that choose to install heat pumps can reduce the cost of heating their home quite significantly (between £300 and £600 a year) as well as reduce carbon emissions. Unsure of what heat pumps are all about? This blog looks into the pros and cons of heat pumps to help you decide if they are the choice for you.

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Posted in Heat Pumps, Renewable Heat Incentive

Choosing a biomass boiler – Top 5 things you need to know

Written by Housing Energy Advisor on October 7, 2015 — Leave a Comment

For all the eco-friendly, self-sustaining folks out there, biomass boilers are becoming a must-have household item. A good quality biomass boiler is compact, automated and is very close to a fossil fuel system. This means it is better for the environment with a nearly zero net carbon footprint and they can offer lower running costs.

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Posted in Biofuel & Biomass, Renewable Heat Incentive

CMA sets out case for energy market reform

Written by Housing Energy Advisor on July 7, 2015 — Leave a Comment

The CMA has today published its provisional findings after a comprehensive year-long investigation into the energy market.

In a summary of its provisional findings published today, the Competition and Markets Authority (CMA) has highlighted a range of problems hindering competition in the market, including the extent to which consumers are engaged in the market and shortcomings in regulation and the ability to deliver change across the market. It also points to the need for a coherent and transparent approach to responsibilities and policy implementation by those overseeing the industry.

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Posted in Press Releases

How to care for your solar PV panels.

Written by Housing Energy Advisor on July 3, 2015 — Leave a Comment

Are your solar panels under performing? If you think they are or you actually don’t have a clue then you need to read the following information. This blog covers the basics of solar panel maintenance and gives specific advice on systems available to help you monitor efficiency.

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Posted in Renewable Energy, Solar PV

Fox: Judges ruling on energy-saving defies common sense

Written by Housing Energy Advisor on June 4, 2015 — Leave a Comment

Conservative MEPs have criticised a ruling by the European Court of Justice today banning Britain from cutting VAT on energy-saving materials.

Ashley Fox, leader of Britain’s Conservative MEPs, said the judgment against the UK Government was “unfortunate and unwelcome”.

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Posted in Energy Saving

How to cut down on water waste in your home

Written by Housing Energy Advisor on June 3, 2015 — 2 Comments

Water is one of the hardest things to keep track of in your home especially if there are many people living in your home. The kids may leave the taps running whilst they clean their teeth, mum may rinse the dishes under running water after washing them and your teenage daughter may take a 40 minute shower after a sports match. These are difficult things to track and monitor. Raising awareness in your home about cutting down on water is vital to helping the environment and to saving you money on your bills. Read on to find ways to cut down on water waste in your home.

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Posted in Environmental Issues, Water Saving
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