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Clean Heat Market Mechanism (CHMM)

What Is The Clean Heat Market Mechanism?

​The UK's heating landscape is undergoing a significant transformation with the introduction of the Clean Heat Market Mechanism (CHMM). This initiative aims to accelerate the...
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Commercial Solar Systems

The Rise of Commercial Solar Systems

As businesses increasingly prioritise sustainability and energy efficiency, commercial solar power has become an attractive investment. With rising electricity costs and growing concerns about carbon...
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A Guide To The Boiler Upgrade Scheme

A Guide To The Boiler Upgrade Scheme

The UK Government's Boiler Upgrade Scheme (BUS) grant is an initiative aimed at encouraging homeowners to transition to more sustainable heating systems. With the country’s...
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Warm Homes Plan

Government’s Warm Homes Plan Announced

The UK government has announced an ambitious plan to upgrade up to 300,000 homes next year, aiming to lower energy bills and deliver warmer, cleaner,...
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Warm Homes

Warm Homes: New Wave of Retrofit Funding

Yesterday the Secretary of State for Energy Security & Net Zero, Ed Miliband, unveiled the next wave of retrofit funding - the "Warm Homes: Social...
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EPC

New 2030 EPC Target For Privately Rented Properties

Energy Performance Certificates (EPC) are critical documents in the UK’s efforts to enhance energy efficiency and reduce carbon emissions in buildings. As climate change and...
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Social Housing Decarbonisation Fund Wave 3

Transforming Social Housing with the SHDF

The Social Housing Decarbonisation Fund (SHDF) : Wave 3 is set to revolutionise the energy efficiency of social housing across England. With a substantial £1.2...
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Heat pump running costs

What Are The Costs of Running A Heat Pump?

Costs of Running A Heat Pump: An Introduction Air source heat pumps (ASHPs) are becoming increasingly popular as an efficient and environmentally friendly way to...
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Rooftop Solar

The Opportunities Of Rooftop Solar

Introduction to Rooftop Solar Rooftop solar systems have emerged as a leading contender in sustainable power solutions. As we face increasing environmental challenges and energy...
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Can I Get A Grant For A Heat Pump?

Can I Get A Grant For A Heat Pump?

Introduction With the increasing emphasis on sustainable living and energy efficiency, many homeowners are exploring ways to reduce their carbon footprint and energy bills. One...
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Can A Heat Pump Be Installed Indoors?

Can A Heat Pump Be Installed Indoors?

Can A Heat Pump Be Installed Indoors: An Introduction Heat pumps have become increasingly popular as an energy-efficient heating solution. However, there's often confusion about...
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How To Decarbonise Your Home

How to Decarbonise Your Home

The Importance of Decarbonising Your Home Decarbonising your home is a crucial step towards reducing your environmental impact. With climate change posing significant threats to...
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PAS2030

Radiant Renewables Achieves PAS2030 Installer Certification

In a significant stride towards bolstering our sustainability efforts, Radiant proudly announces its achievement of PAS2030 Installer certification. This milestone not only solidifies our commitment...
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Air Source Heat Pump Cost

Air Source Heat Pump Cost: Your Complete Guide

Introduction Air source heat pumps are an increasingly popular choice for homeowners seeking efficient and eco-friendly heating solutions. Understanding the costs associated with these systems...
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Electric Underfloor Heating

Is Electric Underfloor Heating Expensive To Run?

Is Electric Underfloor Heating Expensive To Run: An Introduction Electric underfloor heating is increasingly becoming the heating system of choice for many homeowners due to...
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Can A Heat Pump Be Installed In A Garage?

Can A Heat Pump Be Installed In A Garage?

Can A Heat Pump Be Installed In A Garage: An Introduction Air source heat pumps have emerged as a sustainable and efficient solution for heating...
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How Does Solar PV Work?

How Does Solar PV Work?

Introduction In the quest for sustainable energy sources, solar power stands out as a beacon of hope. Solar Photovoltaic (PV) technology has gained momentum worldwide...
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Net Zero Home

How To Become A Net Zero Home

Introduction to Net Zero Homes The concept of net zero homes has gained significant traction. These homes are designed to produce as much energy as...
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Running Costs of Heat Pumps

How Much Is A Heat Pump?

Introduction to Heat Pumps Heat pumps have become a popular choice for heating and cooling homes in the UK due to their efficiency and sustainability....
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How To Install A Heat Pump

How To Install A Heat Pump

Introduction Understanding Air Source Heat Pumps Air source heat pumps (ASHPs) represent a revolutionary technology in the realm of heating and cooling systems. Unlike traditional...
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Can You Install A Heat Pump In A Flat?

Introduction Renewable energy technologies such as heat pumps have garnered considerable attention for their potential to provide efficient heating solutions. Among these technologies, air source...
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What Is Eco4?

What Is ECO4?

Introduction to ECO4 Scheme The Energy Company Obligation (ECO4) scheme stands as a pivotal initiative in the United Kingdom, aimed at enhancing energy efficiency, combating...
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Home Energy Efficiency

A Guide To Improving Your Home Energy-Efficiency

Introduction to Home Energy-Efficiency In an era where environmental consciousness is paramount, enhancing your home energy efficiency isn't just about reducing bills; it's about contributing...
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How Long Does A Heat Pump Last?

How Long Do Heat Pumps Last?

Introduction Understanding Heat Pumps In the quest for energy efficiency and sustainability, heat pumps have emerged as a popular choice for heating homes and buildings....
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How Does Underfloor Heating Work?

How Does Underfloor Heating Work?

How Does Underfloor Heating Work: An Introduction Underfloor heating has revolutionised the way we think about home heating systems. Instead of relying on traditional radiators...
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5 Benefits of Air Pump Heating

5 Benefits of Air Pump Heating

Introduction to Air Pump Heating What is Air Pump Heating? Air pump heating, also known as air source heat pumps (ASHP), is a sustainable heating...
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Regulatory Changes For Heat Pump Installations

Understanding Recent Changes in Regulations for Air Source Heat Pump Installations

Heating systems in buildings constitute a significant contributor to greenhouse gas emissions, a pressing concern driving the UK government's pursuit of ambitious targets for heat...
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Boiler Upgrade Scheme (BUS) grant

The Complete Guide To The Boiler Upgrade Scheme

Introduction In a world increasingly conscious of energy consumption and its environmental impact, initiatives like the Boiler Upgrade Scheme have emerged as crucial steps towards...
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Do Heat Pumps Work?

Do Heat Pumps Work?

Introduction to Heat Pumps What are Heat Pumps? Heat pumps are innovative heating and cooling systems that leverage the principles of thermodynamics to transfer heat...
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What Is Air Source Heating?

What Is Air Source Heating?

Introduction to Air Source Heating Air source heating is a revolutionary technology that harnesses the ambient air temperature to provide heating for residential and commercial...
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Can A Heat Pump Be Installed In A Garage?

Are Heat Pumps Worth It?

Are Heat Pumps Worth It: An Introduction What are Heat Pumps? Heat pumps are innovative heating and cooling systems that utilise the principles of thermodynamics...
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Heat Pump Installation

Top 10 Advantages of Heat Pump Installation

Introduction to Heat Pump Installation In recent years, the adoption of heat pump technology has surged as homeowners and businesses alike seek efficient and sustainable...
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Air Source Heat Pump

All You Need To Know About An Air Source Heat Pump

Introduction to Air Source Heat Pumps In today's ever-evolving world, the quest for sustainable energy solutions is paramount. Among these solutions, Air Source Heat Pumps...
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Renewables in listed buildings

Renewable Planning Rules To Be Relaxed For Listed Buildings

Under new planning rules, currently being reviewed, councils will be able to grant 'blanket' permission for whole areas of listed buildings to install renewable technologies....
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Government Energy Efficiency Announcement

Government Announces £6 billion Energy Efficiency Investment

Approximately one million households, and hundreds of businesses, are set to receive extra energy support thanks to a £6 billion allocation aimed at reducing energy...
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The Benefits Of Insulation

Insulation is a key component of energy-efficient buildings, helping to create a comfortable living or working environment while minimising the need for excessive heating or...
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Radiant Renewables X Vibrant Energy Matters

Radiant Renewables Partners With Vibrant Energy Matters

We are delighted to share the fantastic news that we have officially partnered up with Vibrant Energy Matters to help drive decarbonisation efforts and increase...
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The Big Push On Heat Pumps

The second national infrastructure assessment, conducted by the National Infrastructure Commission (NIC), has been released 5 years after the initial analysis in 2018. Since then...
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Social Housing Decarbonisation Fund

Social Housing Decarbonisation Fund – Phase 2.2

Additional funding of £80 million, from the Social Housing Decarbonisation Fund (SHDF) Phase 2.2, will enable more tenants in social housing to benefit from energy...
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Solar Panels

Solar Panels: Are They Worth It?

Are you curious about solar panels and how they can revolutionise your energy consumption? In this article, we'll take a deep dive into what solar...
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Share The Love Of Heat Pumps

Share The Love Of Heat Pumps

In light of recent announcements that the Government's heat decarbonisation strategy isn't currently achieving their installation targets, we're excited to announce the launch of our...
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Heat Pump Grants Increased To £7,500

Heat Pump Grants Increased To £7,500

Yesterday, Rishi Sunak announced a range of upcoming changes coming to Government policies supporting our country's transition to Net Zero. He stated that it was...
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BUS set for upgrade

Boiler Upgrade Scheme Set For Upgrade

With the aim of enhancing the uptake of heat pumps in homes across the country, the Department of Energy Security and Net Zero (DESNZ) is...
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Constructionline Gold

Radiant Renewables Achieves Constructionline Gold Certification

We are thrilled to announce that we have reached yet another significant milestone in our commitment to excellence within the renewables industry. We are now...
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Retrofitting Your Home

Retrofitting Your Home

In an era of growing environmental consciousness and rising energy costs, retrofitting your home for energy efficiency could become a key method of reducing your...
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Hydropower Plant

Tapping Into The Vast Power Of Hydro Energy

Hydro energy, also known as hydropower, harnesses the force of flowing or falling water to generate clean and renewable electricity. As one of the oldest...
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Energy Efficient House

PassivHaus: The Future Of Homebuilding

In an era of increasing environmental consciousness and a growing need for energy-efficient solutions, the concept of Passive House (or Passivhaus) has emerged as a...
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Building Regs: Part L

Understanding Part L Building Regulations

On the 15th June 2023, the UK's "Building Regulations: Part L " transition period came to an end and it has now become mandatory for...
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Joining Pagabo's Procurement Service

Joining Pagabo’s Procurement Service

In an era of dynamic markets and evolving business landscapes, adaptability and innovation are crucial for organisations seeking growth and success. As we announce our...
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Renewable Revolution

The Renewable Revolution

According to a recent report from the International Energy Agency (IEA), spending on clean energy technologies is surpassing investments in fossil fuels as concerns about...
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Energy Price Cap

Ofgem Announce New Energy Price Cap

Ofgem (the Office of Gas and Electricity Markets) is the Government regulator for the UK's electricity and natural gas markets. They regulate all aspects of...
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Air Source Heat Pumps

How Do Air Source Heat Pumps Work?

An Air Source Heat Pump (ASHP) is a type of heating and cooling system that transfers heat energy between the outside air and the indoor...
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Decarbonisation

How To Decarbonise A Business

Decarbonisation is the process of reducing or eliminating the carbon content of energy and other systems that produce carbon dioxide and other greenhouse gases. The...
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Heat Pump Investment Roadmap

The Government’s Heat Pump Investment Roadmap

A Key Step Towards Achieving Net Zero The UK Government has set an ambitious goal of achieving net zero carbon emissions by 2050 as part...
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Non-Domestic Renewable Heating Incentive

Are You Still Compliant with the NDRHI Scheme?

Although the Non-Domestic Renewable Heating Incentive (NDRHI) scheme closed to new applicants on the 31st March 2021, many organisations are already enrolled in the 20-year...
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Boiler Upgrade Scheme Extended Until 2028

Boiler Upgrade Scheme (BUS) Extended To 2028

The UK government has recently announced an extension to the Boiler Upgrade Scheme (BUS) until 2028 in an effort to further support households in transitioning...
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Electrification of Heat Demonstration Project

UK’s Low-Carbon Heating Project

The UK government's Electrification of Heat Demonstration Project (EoHDP) was launched in 2019 to demonstrate the feasibility of using low-carbon technologies to electrify heat in...
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How Solar PV Can Help Your Home/Business

How Solar PV Can Help Your Home/Business

Solar photovoltaic (PV) technology is an increasingly popular renewable energy source that harnesses energy from the sun to produce electricity. Unlike fossil fuels, solar PV...
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Heat Pumps: The Future Of Heating

Heat Pumps: The Future of Heating

As the world continues to move towards a more sustainable future, heat pumps are becoming an increasingly popular way to heat and cool homes. Heat...
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Boiler Upgrade Scheme (BUS) Grant

Boiler Upgrade Scheme (BUS) Grant

You may be eligible for a grant worth up to £6,000 when you upgrade your fossil fuel heating system with a renewable system! Boilers are...
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The Future Of Renewables

The Future of Renewables

The future of renewables Renewable energy sources such as solar, wind, and hydro power are becoming increasingly popular as the world moves towards a more...
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New Department For Energy Security and Net Zero

New Department for Energy Security and Net Zero

The world is facing a critical moment in the fight against climate change. The effects of global warming are becoming more evident each day, and...
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