by AshleaGHAdmin | Mar 17, 2026 | Energy Efficiency at Home, General, Households, Landlords, Solar & Battery, Uncategorized
If you’ve searched for plug-in solar in the UK, you might be wondering why something that seems so simple isn’t already available. Across Europe, people are already using small solar panels that plug directly into a socket-helping them cut energy bills without major...
by AshleaGHAdmin | Mar 16, 2026 | Electric Vehicles, Energy Efficiency at Home, General, Uncategorized
Starting My Electric Vehicle Journey In February 2026, I officially started my electric vehicle (EV) journey with the MG S5 and a Pod Point home EV charger. Like many new EV drivers, I was excited about switching to electric, but also slightly overwhelmed. Installing...
by AshleaGHAdmin | Feb 19, 2026 | Case Studies, General, Heat Pumps, Heating, Uncategorized
Recently, we took a call from an elderly resident who was understandably worried. She’d had an air source heat pump installed…She still had hot water…But her heating hadn’t worked for three days. When something like that happens in winter, it’s stressful. The...
by AshleaGHAdmin | Feb 10, 2026 | Energy Efficiency at Home, Energy Regulations & Standards, General, Landlords, News
If you’re a private landlord, you’ve probably heard that Minimum Energy Efficiency Standards (MEES) are changing. The government has now confirmed the direction of travel for the Private Rented Sector (PRS) as part of reforms to the Decent Homes Standard, and the...
by AshleaGHAdmin | Dec 16, 2025 | Energy Bills & Meters, Energy Efficiency at Home, General
If you’ve ever opened your energy bill, glanced at the total, and thought “I don’t know how they’ve worked that out”, you’re not alone. We regularly speak to residents who feel confused – or even anxious – about their gas and electricity bills. It can be...
