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For reference, I've just upgraded my chart which shows the electricity standing charge rises since spring 2019. This uses data extracted from the la...
If you're going to be storing the energy in batteries for your own use, then it makes financial sense to max-out the roof with panels which will last ...
The answer to that question can be seen here in the topic about adding more solar panels 😎
Over here in a topic about solar thermal panels(!), this question was asked: I'm unclear whether you are considering fitting fewer than the 10 po...
Then you don't require consent from your DNO. 😀 G98 is the certification required for a device to be connected to the grid for export purpo...
I agree.A second black downpipe next to the one around the corner would've looked less conspicuous.The flow, return and electrical supply could all be...
Here's a top-level system diagram @judith Most of the 'mains' 240v stuff is running from the batteries.There's a separate consumer unit for t...
It depends which side of the fence you're on. The MCS regulations do little to protect customers,but they're of great value to the accredited instal...
Yes, @judith is correct. You must be given site-specific information about your installation, not just generic documents from manufacturers of applian...
Very true. The best way to train engineers is to breed them. But even that's thwarted by regulations.I can get safety-glasses and hard hats for a ...
With a technical CV like that @jancold you'll soon find yourself answering questions from others here! True. I started with an off-grid arrangeme...
I don't think there's a clear answer to that.It depends... And that's one of the problems with the PAS63100.It's trying to stipulate how an installa...
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RE: Octopus Cosy Heat Pump Owners & Discussion Thread
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@morgan They are unsupervised these days, can’t get the...
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RE: Setback savings - fact or fiction?
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