Energy News / Energy Efficiency
I recently ran some numbers to answer a question I get asked a lot: what do landlords actually save by installing a hybrid heat pump in a typical UK mid-terrace? I wanted to go beyond generalities and produce payback scenarios that feel realistic...
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When I started covering energy efficiency and retrofits for landlords, one thing became obvious fast: retrofit clauses in tenancy agreements are a powerful tool—if drafted smartly. They can secure access, protect investments, and speed up energy...
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As someone who has spent years covering energy systems and community-scale solutions, I’ve seen firsthand how a well-drafted heat-as-a-service (HaaS) contract can transform local heating provision — and how a poor one can lock a council into...
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Retrofitting a 1930s semi for heat pumps and airtightness is one of those projects that feels equal parts exciting and nerve-wracking. I’ve worked through a few of these homes, and what I’ve learned is that you can dramatically improve comfort...
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I’ve worked with landlords, tenants and energy professionals long enough to know that pushing for energy-efficient retrofits isn’t just good for the planet — it makes financial and reputational sense. Whether you own a single buy-to-let or...
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I recently helped a neighbour replace an ageing gas boiler with an air-source heat pump. Watching the first winter bills come through, and sitting through the commissioning day with the installer, I realised how many hidden costs and mistakes can...
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I started thinking about the real climate impact of everyday kitchen choices after we replaced our old gas hob with an induction one and upgraded our extraction system. Friends asked whether the swap was just about convenience and cleaner indoor air...
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I used to think cutting my heating bills meant one thing: installing a new heat pump. But after a few winters of testing smarter, cheaper approaches—smart blinds, a few behavioural shifts, and some low-cost draught-proofing—I’ve come to...
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Over the past few years I've had countless conversations with homeowners debating whether to switch from gas or oil boilers to a heat pump — and the conversation has only become more complicated as electricity prices have climbed. As someone who...
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I’ve been following home energy technology for years, and one question I get more than any other is: how much can a home battery actually save you—during a blackout and in everyday use? It’s a great question because the answer depends on a lot...
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