Solar Advantages and Disadvantages – Should You Get Solar Panels Installed?

Solar panels installed on a residential roof in the UK for renewable energy.

Updated January 2024 Discover the potential of solar energy: this guide offers a comprehensive analysis of the benefits and challenges of solar panel systems for homeowners. Key Takeaways: Today, more and more homeowners realise the advantages of a solar panel system installation in their home. However, many people find themselves overwhelmed with the wide variety […]

Eco Electric heating – Can it Compete With the Best Renewable Heating Systems?

Modern living room with black lounge chair and white radiator.

Without electricity, we can’t do much. From cooking to lighting, from entertainment to work, and healthcare to transport, electricity is a huge part of the modern lifestyle.   When we refer to eco heating systems, we include a number of options such as the German electric heater, air source heat pump, solar panels and heat […]

How Do Solar Panels Work? The Ultimate Guide

Solar panels installed in a sunny field for renewable energy generation.

Solar energy really is picking up a lot of interest. And why wouldn’t it? Renewable energy is clean, reliable, and more and more of us are turning to the sun to help run our businesses and households. In many cases, solar paneling can even help us to save money on our energy bills, and make […]

Do Solar Panels Work in Scotland?

Solar panels installed at Greener Energy Group for renewable energy generation.

Are you thinking about having solar panels installed on your home in Scotland? Scotland isn’t always known for its sunny weather – which is why some people wonder whether solar PV panels are likely to work well so far up north and actually save any money. If you’ve done any reading into renewable energy recently, […]

Cost of Solar panels in Scotland – Is it Worth it?

Solar panel farm with green fields and railway track in the background.

Are you interested in installing solar panels in Scotland for your home or business? Perhaps you’re exploring solar energy in Scotland to reduce your energy bills or even to generate solar power electricity to sell back to the National Grid.

New Homeowner Technology is Equivalent to Planting 144 Trees Per Year, Per Household

Man planting a young tree in a forest for sustainable energy and environmental conservation.

Are all investments equal?  Probably not, especially when the guaranteed by-product of 1 single Scottish home investing in a certain green energy system, being able to save between 1.3 – 1.6 tonnes in CO2 entering the atmosphere. That’s the equivalent of planting 144 trees!  During COVID, as international travel ground to a halt, we glimpse […]

Spray Foam Insulation Pros, Cons and Comparisons

Insulation installer applying spray foam insulation in a building.

Given how much energy is lost through poorly insulated walls, ceilings and lofts in homes, it is important to invest in the right insulation for your home. However, if you have ever spent any time looking at what’s available out there in the way of insulation, you may have been shocked to discover the wide variety […]

Coronavirus COVID-19 Statement

We recognise the uncertainty that the coronavirus is causing, and we also know that the heating side of our business has an important part to play as people need heating and hot water. We are following Government guidelines and recommendations closely and due to this, our offices are currently closed but we do have a […]

Air Source Heat Pumps Vs Gas Boilers

Energy storage and air conditioning unit for renewable energy systems.

Most people can’t imagine another way of heating their homes besides the traditional gas boiler. But there are a few new options in town like the air source heat pump, with promises of saving you money, being more efficient and generally providing greener energy to make the planet more sustainable. But how do these promising […]

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