Do Heat Pumps save you money and are they reliable?
Heat pumps are the mainstay of UK government policy in decarbonising our home heating. Currently, 95% of UK housing stock is heated by fossil fuels, mostly gas. Yet, the energy crisis has highlighted the need for us to move away … Continue reading
Removing black mould and preventing condensation
We’re all being encouraged to insulate, and draft exclude our homes, which is excellent for reducing energy bills. However, this can be bad for your health if condensation starts causing black mould, which can be potentially hazardous to the very … Continue reading
Heatwave – How much electricity does a portable air conditioning unit use?
Heatwave! Temperatures are set to soar yet again, with forecasters predicting record highs – another summer in which keeping cool is a problem! There has certainly been a rush for fans in the shops this year, with portable air conditioner … Continue reading
Reluctantly, I’ve given up on long-distance electric vehicle journeys
Like most drivers, the majority of my car journeys are relatively short — meetings, deliveries, trips to the shops, ferrying children around, going to friends and family. An electric vehicle (EV) is brilliant for these journeys, particularly as we’ve off-road … Continue reading
How to find the best energy saving washing machines, tumble dryers, fridges and electricals – whatever your budget
There seems to be no getting away from it that the most energy-efficient washing machines, tumble dryers and refrigeration products tend to be expensive. Premium brands such as Miele, LG, Siemens, Liebherr and AEG certainly top our efficiency tables. Saying … Continue reading
