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Ground Source Heat Pumps (Geothermal Heating) Explained A ground source heat pump also called "geothermal heating" uses the earth as a way to provide heating and cooling. The system can be used both in new construction and for retrofitting into existing buildings that have an available well near the building. How do ground source heat pumps work in the UK? In the UK, ground source heating systems work by using a network of pipes that are installed in trenches around your home. The system works as follows: Water is pumped from an underground well and flows throughout the buried piping loops via a heat exchanger where it picks up a large amount of heat energy from the surrounding earth. The water then flows through another heat exchanger inside your home's furnace where it heats your home during winter months or cools it during summer months depending on its position within the heating cycle. Then, after having picked up enough energy, the warm or cold water returns b...

Renewable Heat Incentive Scheme explained The Renewable Heat Incentive Scheme is a government incentive scheme designed to encourage the use of renewable heat technologies. The RHI offers financial incentives for landlords and homeowners who install eligible systems, such as biomass boilers, solar thermal panels or ground source heat pumps. This blog post will answer some common questions about the Renewable Heat Incentive Scheme, including eligibility requirements and current rates.   Who is eligible for RHI? The Renewable Heat Incentive Scheme is open to homeowners, landlords and businesses. However, there are some criteria that must be met by the property owner or business seeking an RHI grant. For example, heating systems installed under the scheme must be registered with Ofgem within three months of completion for both domestic and non-domestic properties in order to receive payment from the government incentive fund (an exception may apply if a heat pump is installed at ...

What type of boiler is the most energy-efficient? There are many types of boilers for UK homes, and it can be difficult to determine which boiler is the most energy-efficient. A good way to compare a selection of boilers on a level playing field is to look at how they perform on a heat exchanger test. This is a rigorous test that tests how quickly the units give out heat from one pan of water to the other. In this instance, more efficient boilers will have less thermal losses, meaning they will take longer for boiling water in one pan to reach the other. The most efficient type of boiler is the condensing combi boiler. These boilers are fitted with an energy-saving condensing heat exchanger that can reduce greenhouse gas emissions by around 8 million tonnes every year (GPTES, 2021). The high efficiency comes in part from increased pressure within the heating system which raises thermal efficiency. However, condensing boilers are the most expensive to install, costing roughly £270 m...

Why Choose a Smart Thermostat? Smart thermostats are a new trend that allows you to control your heating on the go from your phone, tablet or other devices. They're touted as a great way to save cash, but they're not cheap – so whether one will save you money depends on how you use it and what type of home you have . What can smart thermostats do? Smart thermostats allow you to control your heating from a device that is not at home. It means that you can take charge of your heating from another location whether it's work or on the go. What's more, many smart thermostats let you programme in advance so you can set your heating so it starts to warm up before you get home from work. How are they different from standard thermostats? Traditional programmable thermostats and smart thermostats (also known as programmable thermostats with 'connected' or 'touch screen' displays) are both fitted the same way. The only difference is that smart thermostats can...