Choosing between a heat pump and solar panels
Are you having difficulty choosing between photovoltaic solar panels and a heat pump system? Both types of renewable energy system can greatly improve your home’s efficiency, help you save money on your energy bills and reduce your carbon footprint. However, each system still has its own distinct advantages and disadvantages, so it’s important to choose […]
Insulation and renewable energy systems are most effective when used together
Across Britain, home-owners like you are looking for ways to make their houses more energy-efficient. Fitting insulation and installing renewable energy systems are two of the most obvious and popular options available to energy efficiency enthusiasts. Individually, insulation and renewable energy systems are each incredibly useful solutions. You may not realise, however, that they work […]
Could this be the future of solar panels?
When we think of solar panels, we often picture large metal structures, either mounted on our roofs or in solar panel farms in the countryside, with the sun shining on their blue-black surfaces. However, a new piece of research being conducted by a top research team at Michigan State University could be about to totally […]
Should you buy solar panels for your home?
Solar panels are a solution that won’t suit everyone. They have a relatively high upfront cost and take years to produce enough savings to pay for themselves, which can cause homeowners to think twice about taking the plunge. However, the government plans to reduce the amount that is paid to owners of photovoltaic solar panels […]