The Importance of Cavity Wall Insulation

Walls, if not properly insulated, can be a major source of heat loss in any building. In fact, roughly 33% of the total heat loss from a domestic dwelling with no cavity wall insulation of any kind is through the walls. The importance of cavity wall insulation therefore cannot be underestimated. Not only can it reduce the amount of energy required to heat your home and the associated costs by 15% or more, but it can, in turn, reduce emissions of carbon dioxide (CO2), the main “greenhouse” gas. Read More

Energy Efficiency & How to Achieve It

A typical domestic dwelling in the United Kingdom emits over 5,000kg or 5 metric tonnes of carbon dioxide (CO2) into the atmosphere each year. Many households can, however, employ energy efficiency measures to reduce this figure significantly. Energy efficiency, in turn, reduces fuel costs and can make a home a warmer and healthier place to live. Read More

You can get hold a free childrens book courtesy of Worcester Bosch, the book is aimed at 7-11 year olds and features Bobby the Boiler, Solar Sam and the Green Family. Read More

British Gas has recently reported some of the largest profits ever. Yet, consumers are faced with increasing energy prices each and every year. In order to understand the process of profits in the gas industry and how they are applied by the companies, it is important to evaluate British Gas, their processes and the outcome of the money generated from these large profits. Read More

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We’re always being told of ways to reduce our bills and greenhouse gasses, these usually consist of expensive home improvements such as double glazing or energy efficient condensing boilers. So, I thought I’d put together a list of ways we’ve reduced our own heating bills without spending a fortune. Read More

The European Parliament is set to ban patio heaters in a bid to help the environment, the misguided view by ministers is that the ban will substantially reduce CO2 emissions, a view that Dr Eric Johnson does not agree with… Read More