Energy News / Energy Efficiency
I’ve been following household energy choices for years, and one trend I keep returning to is the steady move by UK homeowners away from pure gas boilers towards hybrid heat pump systems. I’ve spoken with installers, read case studies, and seen...
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Renting shouldn't mean resigning yourself to high energy bills and chilly rooms. Over the years I've negotiated numerous energy-efficient retrofits with landlords — from simple LED upgrades to cavity wall insulation and heat pump installations —...
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After a decade behind the wheel, what actually happens to an EV battery is a question I get asked all the time. People imagine drama — cars stranded on the roadside, batteries melting down, or, on the flip side, perfectly healthy packs languishing...
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I’ve worked with dozens of UK homes considering a heat pump retrofit, and the same questions always come up: “Is my house suitable? How invasive will it be? What should I sort out before the installer comes?” Below I’ve put together a...
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I’ve been testing smart thermostats for years in my own home and following real-world trials across the UK and Europe, and one question keeps coming up: can devices like Nest and Hive really cut your heating bills by 30%? The short answer is:...
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Are you tired of seeing your energy bills skyrocket month after month? I completely get it. With energy costs continuing to rise, many households are searching for practical solutions that can make a real difference. Luckily, smart home technology...
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As energy prices rise and climate change concerns become more pressing, many homeowners like you and me are seeking smarter, more sustainable ways to heat their homes. Amid this push for greener living, one solution stands out: heat pumps. If you're...
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When we think about reducing energy consumption at home, our minds often jump to investing in solar panels, upgrading to energy-efficient appliances, or even installing a smart thermostat. But what if I told you there's an architectural approach...
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Imagine a world where energy grids are not just passive systems delivering power to our homes and businesses, but intelligent systems capable of predicting, managing, and optimizing the supply and demand of energy in real-time. Thanks to the rise of...
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