Octopus gives free electricity for motoring; is it too good to be true?
Octopus Energy has announced an all-in-one electric car leasing package that includes the electricity required to run the car. For £299 per month, you receive a BYD Dolphin hatchback, a bi-directional Zaptec Pro charger, and access to a smart tariff … Continue reading
Making your home more energy-efficient — Green finance options
You might have heard about “green mortgages” and “property-linked energy efficiency finance.” Don’t worry; it’s not as complicated as it sounds! Green mortgages are like regular mortgages, but they have extra benefits for making your home more eco-friendly. They can … Continue reading
Energy Efficiency and EPCs — A Guide for Homeowners, Renters and Landlords
Understanding UK Energy Performance Certificates (EPCs) Anyone who has bought, sold or rented a house in the last few years will be familiar with Energy Performance Certificates (EPCs). Featured as a coloured graphic at the bottom of the Estate Agents’ … Continue reading
Vehicle-to-Grid (V2G) Technology: A New Way to Power Your Home and the Grid
Vehicle-to-grid (V2G) technology is a two-way power flow system that allows electric vehicles (EVs) to store and discharge electricity back to the grid. This technology can potentially deliver several benefits, including improving grid reliability, reducing peak demand, and providing backup … Continue reading
Are air fryers more energy efficient than an oven or microwave?
Welcome to the world of Doll’s House energy-efficient cooking! Well, that’s the first impression of operating an Air Fryer; it’s tiny and compact. Not something you’re going to use for cooking this year’s Christmas turkey — that said, it could … Continue reading
