Category: Eco Homes
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Submit your meter reading now to avoid higher charges
From 1 October 2015, millions of households will see their energy bills rise again as the price cap increases by 2%, taking the average annual bill from £1,720 to £1,755. Experts are warning families to act fast by submitting meter readings before the rise kicks in to avoid paying over the odds. The warning comes…
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Can solar panels catch fire? We look at the risks
Solar panels are marketed as a safe, green solution, but what if the very panels on your roof could spark a fire? It’s a risk many homeowners have never considered, yet recent cases prove that although it is rare it is also very much possible. So, how can solar panels catch fire and what’s behind…
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Are ground mounted solar panels worth installing?
As electricity costs rise, so does the interest in solar panels as a way of generating your own free, clean electricity. But, if your roof isn’t suitable for solar PV panels, are ground mounted solar panels worth installing instead? While not as common as roof mounted panels, solar PV generation is all about sunshine, so…
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UK reliance on Chinese renewable tech rises with Octopus deal
Britain’s largest electricity supplier, Octopus Energy, has signed a deal with Chinese wind turbine maker Ming Yang Smart Energy, potentially bringing Chinese-built turbines to the UK for the first time. The partnership aims to expand wind power capacity, reduce energy costs, and accelerate the country’s clean energy transition. However, the deal also highlights the UK’s…
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I’m a solar expert: These are the top 5 solar panel problems
In the quest to reduce energy bills, many homeowners look to solar Photovoltatic panels as a means of avoiding expensive monthly costs. But, are there solar panel problems we might not be aware of? Renewable energy expert, David Hilton, first installed solar panels on his house in 2010, when the Feed in Tariff (FiT) of…