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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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...
Helium Heat Pumps: A Promising Technology for Reducing Carbon Emissions
by Mars
Heat pumps are a promising technology for reducing carbon emissions in the heating and cooling sector. They work by transferring heat from a source to a destination, without the need...
Shocking Truth: kW and kWh are Not the Same Thing
by Mars
Energy consumption is a crucial aspect of our daily lives, and understanding the units of energy measurement is essential to manage it effectively. Kilowatts (kW) and kilowatt-hours (kWh) are two...
Debunking heat pump myths
by Jan Rosenow
Heat pumps are becoming increasingly popular as an alternative source of heating for many households. There are, however, many misconceptions and myths circulating about heat pumps, which are frequently shared...
Do You Need Three-Phase Supply for Air Source Heat Pump and Electric Vehicle in the UK?
by Mars
Most homes in the UK have a single-phase electricity supply, which is sufficient for the majority of household appliances. With the growing popularity and uptake of renewable energy solutions like...
Top Considerations When Choosing a Heat Pump for Your Home: Beginner’s Guide
by Mars
If you’re considering upgrading your home heating system, a heat pump is an excellent option to consider. Heat pumps are becoming increasingly popular in the UK as a way to...
10 reasons to install a heat pump in the UK
by Mars
As the world continues to focus on reducing carbon emissions, more and more homeowners in the UK are turning to sustainable solutions to heat their homes. One such solution is...
The myth that old, leaky houses can’t be heated by heat pumps: a homeowner’s perspective
by cathodeRay
Most people think that unless you have a modern, well insulated house, solar and batteries, heat pump systems are a gamble. I have to suggest that, while anecdotally there may...
Paul Jewell, System Development Manager at National Grid, tells us whether the grid in the UK will be able to cope with the significant increase in electric vehicles and heat pumps
Paul also took the time to tell us about the successful completion of Take Charge at Exeter motorway services, a project that is set to become a blueprint for the...