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@toodles I should probably clarify that, not having an ASHP, DHW is via a gas boiler.
@majordennisbloodnok My base load is perhaps a little lower than that with, I imagine, similar ‘tech’, but no ASHP. 5.5kWh/day when we’re away. Someth...
@transparent A concern of mine regarding the ability of an 80A fuse to carry in excess of 100A for a significant time is that if this is done regularl...
In principle, perhaps, but the DNO will have costs that a homeowner doesn't (e.g. site purchase/rental) and they will need to make a profit on top. On...
@newhouse87 As @toodles suggests, it depends on whether you intend to install a battery and your split between home use and export. I have recently ...
@toodles I've been subsisting on solar since my PV panels and battery were installed on 1st July so I was amused to receive this email from Greg today...
@majordennisbloodnok I've still to configure my electricity tariff (I'm STILL awaiting an export MPAN) but the Solcast integration works well. The so...
@majordennisbloodnok I believe that the EV charging protocol has a lower charging limit of 1.4kW (At least my Zappi does). I am presently planning...
@toodles Do you use yours for drinking? We do; it doesn't taste salty at all.
That'll be because her title is apparently 'Head of Markets'
@transparent I was expecting you to point out that the total bill for 'financial assistance' could be considerable considering the quantity of neighbo...
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