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Installing ground and water source heat pumps has become more financially attractive for organisations of all types, thanks to the government’s commitment to incentivise sustainable low carbon heating technology under the Renewable Heat Incentive (RHI) scheme. The RHI, which is scheduled to be introduced later this year, guarantees subsidy payments over 20 years that will reduce the payback period for organisations that install ground source heat pump and water source heat pump technology... Read Full Story

With the excellent acoustic insulation properties of glass mineral wool , a range of specialist sound reducing insulation products are available for use in new build separating walls, partitions, and floors, as well as for the upgrade of existing buildings to provide improved sound insulation and resistance. Knauf Insulation acoustic insulation rolls have been especially developed to utilise the sound absorption properties of glass mineral wool. While the thermal insulation properties of... Read Full Story

Loft insulation ‘must be carried into the eaves’   Installing loft insulation is one way in which consumers can save money on their heating bills, but one expert has reminded that the job must be carried out effectively to ensure the best return. Steven Dickinson, from thermal imaging consultancy firm Building Response, told the Telegraph that the product must be carried “tightly into the eaves” to avoid gaps where heat can escape. “The most common problems we pick up are areas of cold... Read Full Story

British Gas has launched an initiative that will see UK homes equipped with loft or cavity wall insulation with a view to reducing their fuel bills. Gearoid Lane, managing director of British Gas new markets, explained that duel fuel customers may be eligible for the scheme and should register their interest online. “We want to help as many of our customers as possible reap the benefits of more energy efficient homes,” he added. Poor home insulation can contribute to £1 in every £4 spent... Read Full Story

The government initiative that will see UK properties made more energy efficient, even if they are already inhabited, is expected to be a challenge and will be carried out over the next decade or so. The Green Deal will see eco-friendly changes made to some 26 million households and Greg Barker, minister for climate change at the Department of Energy and Climate Change (DECC), said upgrading 14 million of those will help the country meet its efficiency targets. He was speaking at the... Read Full Story

Mums use the most energy in properties today, according to new research, which could prompt families to review how environmentally friendly they are. Some 32 per cent of respondents to a study by uSwitch claimed matriarchs are responsible for using the largest amount of power, but children were seen to be most wasteful. Leaving lights on, using multiple devices at once and leaving appliances on standby were seen to be the biggest wasters of fuel. Ann Robinson, director of consumer policy... Read Full Story

Installing sufficient loft insulation is one simple way in which to reduce outgoings on fuel bills, according to one expert.  Stephen Graham from the Lancashire Energy Saving Trust advice centre recently told the BBC how he would make properties more efficient with a view to saving cash. Double-glazing was cited as one way to retain heat and could see consumers save £130 each year in comparison to a property that has single-paned windows. He added: “ Cavity wall insulation will also keep... Read Full Story

Property owners who invest in home insulation projects can look forward to lower energy costs. Energy and climate change minister Lord Marland told the House of Lords that the government’s Energy Bill will have several advantages for homeowners and the nation as a whole, reports the Press Association. “The Green Deal will help reduce energy bills for the long term and make our houses more energy efficient,” he said. Under the plans, modifications such as home insulation and double... Read Full Story

Our tips to help protect your home this winter The British winter-time can wreak havoc on your home. Unexpected leaks and wasted energy can leave you feeling wet, cold and out of pocket. Here are five jobs to protect your home from the worst of the winter weather. 1. Service your boiler You’ll be turning up the heating considerably soon, so now is the time to check your boiler is working fine and doesn’t let you down when you most need it. Gas Safe Register recommends you get... Read Full Story

Knauf Insulation has successfully completed a low energy whole house refurbishment to a mid Victorian terrace in Doncaster, which included the use of their innovative and easy to install Knauf Insulation Internal Wall Insulation (IWI) System. The system has helped deliver a reduction of 52 per cent in CO2 emissions, energy savings of approximately £400 per year, as well as increased thermal comfort for the homeowner. The aim of the low energy upgrade was to develop a system that could be... Read Full Story