There are continuous pressures from the government and authorities to reduce our carbon footprint. In the age of smart meters and cost savvy consumers, we are also always seeking new ways to drive down the cost of our bills.
Renewable energy is one way which can - in the long run - benefit both your bank balance and your carbon footprint. Win win hey!
The most common renewable energy technologies include:
- Solar (photovoltaic, solar thermal)
- Wind
- Biogas (e.g., landfill gas/wastewater treatment digester gas)
- Geothermal
- Biomass
- Low-impact hydroelectricity
- Emerging technologies - wave and tidal power
Harvesting power to run your home and heat your water through nature such as the sun seems like a no-brainer. The installation of
solar panels, albeit an upfront cost, is guaranteed to save house holds on their annual bills. Not only that, but how much better would you sleep at night knowing you have done your bit for the environment!?
Installing
heat source pumpsare another way of providing heating throughout your home, when installed correctly they can harvest external heat and keep your home warm with at an efficiency rate of 300% more than standard
central heating- no more nights under three layers of blankets!
Renewable energy will not run out.
We are always switching energy suppliers and annually looking for a better deal. But wouldn't it make more sense to harbor our own energy instead of the increased monthly outlay? Once a renewable energy system is installed onto a property it is generally built to last. Solar panels have a 25 year guarantee on them all, which is 25 years of not worrying about your next bill and increased charges.
If you are looking to help reduce your costs but not yet convinced by renewable energy, check out these
top tips for saving energy around your home.
