OVO Introduces New Heat Pump Tariff
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...
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HIES and GivEnergy team up to protect consumers
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
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
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
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
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....
Flames of Economic Prosperity: Fueling Our Own Demise
Humanity faces an urgent crisis as climate change, driven by relentless fossil fuel consumption and profit-driven capitalism, threatens our planet's future. Immediate action is essential to break free from destructive...
Harmonics, Power Quality, Solar PV & Heat Pumps
Harmonics from inverters in solar PV systems and heat pumps are causing serious damage and grid connection issues, highlighting a growing challenge for customers and network operators. Urgent action is...
Money Talks, Transparency Walks: The Sneaky Standing Fee
In an era where the principles of transparency and fairness have become the bedrock of consumer interactions, a covert practice continues to thrive – the standing fee that clandestinely adds...
Helium Heat Pumps: A Promising Technology for Reducing Carbon Emissions
Heat pumps using helium as a refrigerant offer a groundbreaking way to boost energy efficiency and cut carbon emissions in heating and cooling systems. With helium’s unique properties, this innovative...