Zero Carbon London – How an EPC Can Help
It can be difficult to live in one of the busiest, oldest cities in the world while remaining green. However, London has set an ambitious aim to be Zero Carbon by 2050. How energy-efficient is your home or business? You may be very eco-conscious, using electric vehicles, buying locally grown produce, eating less meat, supporting…
Read More Energy Regulations for Landlords in Scotland
There are many regulations that you need to think about when renting your private property. You must be aware of what regulations apply and know what action you must take to ensure that you meet the minimum legal requirements. Failing to comply with the relevant standards can lead to hefty fines and other penalties. With…
Read More Commercial Energy Assessments: What You Need To Know
A domestic EPC (Energy Performance Certificate) and a commercial EPC are similar, but several key differences separate the two. In particular, a commercial EPC is far more detailed than a domestic EPC, both in terms of the inspection and the recommendations provided. For that reason, a commercial EPC typically takes longer than a domestic EPC…
Read More What you need to do to rent out a property in Glasgow
Renting out a property can be a rewarding business venture with many fantastic benefits. This includes – an additional income from tenants, revenue potential from property growth, and the opportunity to invest your money in a relatively low-risk manner. However, you must know what steps you need to take in order to ensure that your…
Read More Ensure Your Home Is Warm This Winter: How an EPC Can Help You
Keeping your home warm can be pricey, but there are many things you can do over winter to heat the house up while also saving money. This can be even more challenging if your house is a bit older, built before most of the building standards were introduced. But why pay more when you can…
Read More Common Energy Management Mistakes For Homeowners
For homeowners, energy usage and energy costs are important considerations. Energy bills form a large part of the cost of running a home. There are a few simple mistakes that could be causing your energy consumption to be unnecessarily high. Listed below are five common energy management mistakes that are easy to fix and could…
Read More Staying Energy Efficient Over Autumn
Autumn is a wonderful time of year. It brings with it beautiful cosiness, comfort food, and changing colours. Autumn also means that cooler weather is on its way – meaning energy usage is going to increase. This makes Autumn the perfect time to start thinking about how to remain energy-efficient. A great first step to…
Read More What Solar Can Do to Power Your Business
If you are a business owner, you may have noticed the trend towards renewable energy and the emphasis on its commercial use. The primary reason for the emphasis on renewable energy is because energy prices rise every year at a rate far higher than inflation. As many as fifteen years ago, we believed this trend…
Read More Does High Energy Efficiency Add Value to Your Property?
High energy efficiency is a big indicator of the quality of a property. If the property has very poor energy efficiency, a multitude of problems can arise. There are even regulations where properties that have poor energy efficiency cannot be let out to renters. Many recommendations can be made to improve the quality of your…
Read More How Can Energy Management Save the Environment
Energy takes many forms: heat, sound, movement, chemical, and so forth. By its nature, it is a fundamental part of the universe, and we have the knowledge to exploit energy, be it the chemical energy in your phone battery or the sound energy given out by a drum set. Our ability to exploit the conversion…
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