How do air source heat pumps work in freezing temperatures?
Air source heat pumps are an excellent alternative to traditional gas or oil boilers that are typically found in most UK homes. Air source heat pumps work by using natural...
Heat Pumps: A No-Nonsense Guide
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
You might want to grab a cold drink from the fridge for this one; it’s going to be emotional. Some might ask, “How did that beer get cold, and where...
How to prepare your air source heat pump for winter
by Mars
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
by Mars
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
by Mars
HIES and GivEnergy have joined forces to assist consumers facing challenges due to their solar and battery installer’s inability to complete the installation, resulting from the installer ceasing to trade....
Using Kiln Dried Logs and Hardwood Briquettes to Supplement Your Central Heating
by Mars
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
by Mars
The United Kingdom’s commitment to achieving net-zero emissions by 2050 is facing a critical juncture as ministers contemplate delaying the 2026 ban on oil-fired boilers. This potential postponement comes amid...
Octopus Energy launches Cosy Octopus to make heat pumps more accessible and affordable
by Mars
Octopus Energy has unveiled the next stage in its smart heat revolution at the Energy Tech Summit in London. The company’s new Cosy Octopus system is designed to make heat...
Artificial intelligence and the future of net zero homes
by Mars
The UK government has set a target of achieving net zero carbon emissions by 2050. This will require a significant reduction in the amount of energy used in homes. Heat...