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How do air source heat pumps work in freezing temperatures?

allseasonsenergyDec 3, 202323 June 20250

Air source heat pumps offer an eco-friendly and cost-effective alternative to traditional boilers by harnessing natural heat from the air, significantly reducing household carbon emissions and energy bills. Despite proven

Heat Pumps: A No-Nonsense Guide

Graham HendraDec 2, 20232 December 20231

If you’re a reader of The Mail or The Telegraph, scroll on because this is going to ruin your day. A couple of years ago, I retired from heat pumps,

Cold Drink Conspiracy: Fridge Tech Reveals the Truth About Heat Pumps

Graham HendraOct 17, 202323 June 20251

Discover the truth behind heat pumps and why they’re reliable despite scepticism from some media outlets. Learn how everyday appliances like fridges use the same technology, proving heat pumps do

How to prepare your air source heat pump for winter

MarsOct 14, 202316 October 20230

Our air source heat pump (ASHP) has been off for central heating since April, but it comes on when required to reheat the hot water. Now that we’re in autumn,

OVO Introduces New Heat Pump Tariff

MarsOct 5, 20235 October 20239

OVO has announced a new heat pump tariff called Heat Pump Plus that will cut running costs by 50% to 15p/kWh. However, there is a catch: the Heat Pump Plus

HIES and GivEnergy team up to protect consumers

MarsOct 3, 202323 June 20250

HIES and GivEnergy have teamed up to help consumers affected by installers ceasing trading, offering to complete installations using GivEnergy’s battery and inverter products supplied at cost. This collaboration safeguards

Using Kiln Dried Logs and Hardwood Briquettes to Supplement Your Central Heating

MarsSep 25, 202316 February 20240

Central heating systems are essential for keeping our homes warm and comfortable during the winter months. However, they can also be expensive to run, especially in light of rising energy

Potential Postponement of 2026 Ban on Oil-Fired Boilers

MarsSep 18, 202323 June 20253

The UK faces a critical decision on delaying the ban on oil-fired boilers amid political opposition and rising living costs, challenging its net-zero emissions goals. Balancing environmental responsibility with economic

Octopus Energy launches Cosy Octopus to make heat pumps more accessible and affordable

MarsSep 16, 202323 June 20253

Octopus Energy’s new Cosy Octopus system revolutionises smart heating by making efficient, affordable heat pumps accessible to all, helping the UK decarbonise its heating sector. With intelligent controls and room

Artificial intelligence and the future of net zero homes

MarsSep 15, 202323 June 20250

The UK government aims to achieve net zero carbon emissions by leveraging not only heat pumps and solar panels but also advanced AI technologies to optimise energy use in homes.

What is the Heat Geek Guarantee?

£22,000 Heat Pump Disaster That Exposes a Broken Industry

The Maths Behind Heat Pumps: Why Homeowners Should Demand More From Installers

How do air source heat pumps work in freezing temperatures?

Heat Pumps: A No-Nonsense Guide

Cold Drink Conspiracy: Fridge Tech Reveals the Truth About Heat Pumps

How to prepare your air source heat pump for winter

OVO Introduces New Heat Pump Tariff

HIES and GivEnergy team up to protect consumers

Using Kiln Dried Logs and Hardwood Briquettes to Supplement Your Central Heating

Potential Postponement of 2026 Ban on Oil-Fired Boilers

Octopus Energy launches Cosy Octopus to make heat pumps more accessible and affordable

Artificial intelligence and the future of net zero homes