Renewable Heating

Heat Pump Grants and Schemes

Please note, the details of these schemes will be amended following any updates, please check back regularly for the most…

What is the Boiler Upgrade Scheme and How to Apply in the UK?

The Boiler Upgrade Scheme, first launched in April 2022, is a £450 million scheme initiated by the UK Government as…

What is the Clean Heat Grant?

Please Note: This grant is being replaced by the Boiler Upgrade Scheme, which will open on 23rd May 2022. With…

The Rise and Fall of Green Homes Grants

After being launched as part of the government’s plan to “build back greener” the Green Homes Grant scheme is now…

Heat Pump vs Boiler Comparison Guide (2024)

The future of domestic heating points towards low-carbon heating systems. This is particularly relevant and game-changing for the UK, where…

How Loud are Air source Heat Pumps?

A common drawback for air source heat pumps is how loud they are. The outdoor fan unit could interrupt the…

What Size Air Source Heat Pump Do I Need? Outputs & Dimensions

When having a new air source heat pump installed, a question you should ask yourself is “What Size Air Source…

Monobloc vs Split Air Source Heat Pumps: Which is Best?

If you’re thinking of getting a new air source heat pump, one of the things you will need to consider…

Low vs High Temperature Air Source Heat Pumps: Which is Best?

When choosing an air source heat pump for your home, (if it is an air to water type), whether you…

Air Source Heat Pumps: What are the Running Costs?

Your air source heat pump cost can vary greatly depending on different conditions around your house, whether you’ll be using…

Air to Water Heat Pumps vs Air to Air: Which is Best?

There are 2 different ways an air source heat pump can provide heat in your home: by heating the air…

Low-Carbon Future: Is Biomass an Answer?

Please Note: This page mentions the Renewable Heat Incentive and the Clean Heat Grant, both have now been replaced by…

What are Solar PV Panels?

Solar PV panels turn solar energy into free renewable electricity for your home. So while they’re not a heating system…

Introducing the Zero Emission Boiler (the ZEB)

Name: The ZEB Manufacturer: Tepeo Fuel: Electricity How does the ZEB work? The ZEB is an electric heating system which…

Is My House Suitable for a Heat Pump?

You may be hearing more and more about heat pumps lately, and wondering whether it’s something to consider for your…

What are Thermodynamic Panels?

Thermodynamic panels could give your home free hot water all year, night and day. They look a lot like solar…

What is Green Gas and Could it Save the Planet?

One day we could all be heating our homes with green gas. We currently rely heavily on natural gas from…

How has the Solar Industry been Affected by COVID-19?

Demand for solar panels has grown rapidly in recent years. We know this because our sister website, Solar Guide, has…

Air Source Heat Pump Installers

. So, you’re considering an air source heat pump installation. These renewable heating systems extract heat from the outside air…

Ground Source Heat Pump Installers

Ground source heat pumps extract renewable energy from the ground to heat a property. Heating your home in this way…

Ground Source Heat Pumps: Explained & Reviewed

A ground source heat pump is a renewable heating system that produces hot water for taps and showers and central…

Ground Source Heat Pump Advantages and Disadvantages

Could a ground source heat pump be the right choice for your home? To find out, you’ll need to weigh…

Hydrogen Timeline: When Could Hydrogen be Heating Your Home?

By 2050 millions of us could be heating our homes with hydrogen. But plenty needs to be done before that…

Somewhere Over the Hydrogen Rainbow

A lot of hope for the future of home heating is being pinned on hydrogen. When burned, hydrogen doesn’t emit…