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Energy efficient replacement for Skirtings and radiators
New in 2010 - Energy Efficient replacement for skirting and radiators -As seen on Dragons Den
ThermaSkirt® is the eco friendly heating solution. ThermaSkirt® is a new and innovative way of heating your room. ThermaSkirt® makes the most of a skirting board and radiator and turns it into effective, eco-friendly heating. Designed and manufactured in ...
Posted: 18 Jan, 2010
Views: 2381
Air tightness testing in existing homes
A survey of dwellings has revealed that remedial works following air tightness testing have yielded energy savings of between 15% and 30%.
Air tightness testing is the procedure to trace any unwanted drafts and uncontrolled airflow through the house.
Too much air leakage leads to heat loss resulting in higher heating costs and C02 emissions....
Posted: 18 Jan, 2010
Views: 2025
The smartest climate change idea ever
I recently wrote an article titled “Pay as you save –the smartest climate change ever aimed at home owners” following UK Energy and Climate Change Secretary Ed Miliband announcement in December. The plan briefly is to trial “The Home Energy Pay As You Save scheme” which will give 500 UK households the opportunity to invest in energy efficiency an...
Posted: 18 Jan, 2010
Views: 2318
TIME FOR CHANGE
Time for change
We’ve all grown up taking water for granted. Turn on the tap and there’s water, flush the wc, take a bath, put on the dishwasher, turn on a hosepipe. We use water without really thinking about it. We’ve never had to change our ways – until now.
We’re at the tipping point of needing to take a more active role in reducing the amoun...
Posted: 20 Nov, 2009
Views: 4236