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Volatility in the market cuts both ways. It can make the job of an electricity buyer very much more difficult. The pressure is greatest in the UK whol...
Unfortunately @jeff, long before Xlinks is active, it will be Hinkley C which will have dramatically reduced the carbon footprint of SW and S Wales re...
There's a relevant discussion about BMS (Battery Management System) units over on the topic PV Sizing and Approvals. That links takes you to a comment...
Ah... so we now appear to be very much in agreement about BMS units @simonstengineer 😊 That concept of combining a 'standard' BMS with an additiona...
Interesting comments once more @simonstengineer If we were discussing only BMS units used in power-tool battery packs, smart-phones and laptops, the...
Thanks @derek-m I haven't researched all the rules that covered FIT payments over the years since 2010. But I have been asked for comment/advice by s...
Erm... I think that's the 'wrong' level of Government. An MP would only be involved if the point you're making required a change of legislation (in th...
@simonstengineer I could spend a whole evening in the pub discussing these points with you, and I'm sure we'd each benefit! The enforcement of MCS r...
That point is well made. I'm presently building a(nother) computer with DC input... in this case auto-ranging between 16-60v 😎 I'm also a member ...
That's an interesting story about the position of your solar panels. I'm a frequent contributor to planning applications in my area, with a pretty g...
In my experience, the final expenditure on tools, cabling, connectors, fuses, trips and enclosures cannot be described as 'smaller purchases' 🤣 In ...
I've written a comprehensive explanation of what permissions are required from your DNO over on the OVO Forum. The ensuing discussions are also very...
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@carlo the 16kw rating refers to output.. afaik? So w...
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Anyone still weathering it out with Agile?
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RE: Flexi-Orb Heat Pump Scheme: A Game-Changer for the UK's Heat Pump Industry
MCS have set a potential trap in the new version of MCS...
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RE: Who has a V2G EV installation
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RE: Heat Pump Servicing & Maintenance – Good Value or Rip-Off?
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@old_scientist like for like comparisons are almost imp...
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RE: Who's your electricity provider and what's your tariff?
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RE: Mitsu Wireless Controller and MelCloud
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RE: Octopus Cosy & Octopus EV + bidirectional smart tariff, together. What, eh?
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RE: Is your heat pump insured?
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@simon-w, is this something you could potentially assis...
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RE: Share Your Experiences with Heat Pump Manufacturer Support
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RE: New Vaillant aroTherm Plus in black - When will it come to the UK?
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RE: Long term efficiency degradation
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RE: Sunamp Thermino Heat Battery
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RE: Planning Permission May 2025
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RE: How do I choose a single room MVHR to prevent losing heat in my bathroom ?
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