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Join us on a journey to revolutionise your home.We believe everyone should be able to access renewable energy technologies regardless of their financial means. We bring together like-minded people to drive innovation and remove the barriers you face in saving energy, improving efficiency and installing renewable technologies.Our aim of this podcast series is to provide you with real insights into home energy solutions and eco-smart technology. Well be chatting to various experts in the energy and renewable sectors to help you make your home eco-efficient, cost-efficient and smarter.
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Join us once again with Mike Lindsay-Bayley, Sustainability Lead at Perenna Bank, as we delve into the transformative potential of the Retrofit Mortgage in advancing the journey towards Net Zero. Discover the landscape of green mortgages currently available and how the retrofit mortgage stands out in alleviating the upfront costs associated with enhancing home energy efficiency. Partnering with Heatio, explore how this innovative mortgage offering not only provides you with a low interest rat...
Join us for an engaging conversation with Mike Lindsay-Bayley, Sustainability Lead for Perenna. Mike shares invaluable insights into long-term fixed-rate mortgages and explains how Perenna rewards homeowners for making challenging sustainable choices.Amid high interest rates, Mike highlights opportunities that offer customers security. We delve into mortgages and their role in supporting sustainable living, discussing how homeowners can protect themselves against rising interest rates and wha...
Join us as we sit down with Emma Fletcher, Low Carbon Housing Director of Octopus Energy. Emma shares invaluable insights into the journey towards achieving net zero emissions in housing, delving into the landscape of retrofitting ageing homes.From the search for independent advice on suitable technologies to the crucial role of retrofit assessors and the pressing need for a cost-effective approach, Emma sheds light on the challenges and opportunities in the field. We discuss the prevailing s...
In this episode, we’re joined by Andy Farquhar, Senior Product Manager at Ideal Heating to discuss Ideal Heating's commitment to energy efficiency and environmental sustainability. In a time when the heating industry is evolving to meet the transition to low-carbon heating, we explore Ideal Heating's role in supporting the move to heat pumps. Andy shares insights into the company's focus on the development and promotion of heat pump technology and how it is actively improving the energy ...
In this episode, we dive deep into the dynamic world of clean technologies and electrification with Dan Caser, the CEO behind Fully Charged Live. From the rapid rise of affordable EVs to the emergence of vehicle-to-grid tariffs, we dissect the latest developments shaping the transition to clean energy. Hear about the pivotal role of British startups in driving the energy industry towards net-zero targets, and the critical need for consistent policy support to accelerate this transformative jo...
We’re back with Mick Wall, the visionary mind behind Energy Stats UK, to unravel the journey from discovering the Octopus Agile Tariff API to creating a powerhouse of information. Energy Stats UK, a Twitter account summarising energy tariff data, has become a game-changer, empowering consumers to take control of their energy choices.In this episode, Mick shares insights into the development of tools that allow consumers to effortlessly access and interpret their daily wholesale energy prices....
We sit down with Mick Wall, a passionate advocate for low-carbon technology and the mastermind behind EnergyStatsUK. Join us as Mick takes us on a journey through time, sharing his personal experiences of transforming his 1930’s 3-bedroom semi-detached home with renewable technology.Mick discusses his initial step into green living with the installation of solar panels and how that marked the beginning of a transformative journey. For many UK homeowners looking to make sustainable upgrades, M...
We’re back with Ethan Wadsworth, Sales & Marketing Director of Discrete Heat to discuss the latest developments. Join us as we unravel the complexities of solving challenges such as cost and installation, only to face the persistent issue of disruption and the crucial question of whether people genuinely care about climate change.We explore the critical question: What will drive the average person on the street to transition towards cleaner heating solutions? It's not just about environme...
Join us in this captivating episode as we delve into the fascinating journey of a family company that has been engineering excellence since the 70s. We travel back to a time when "energy efficiency" was more of a phrase than a buzzword and hear the story of how Discrete Heat took a tremendous risk in the heating industry to revolutionise how we heat our homes.In this episode, we’re joined by Ethan Wadsworth, Sales & Marketing Director of Discrete Heat to learn how Thermaskirt has emerged ...
We're back with Clayton Browne, Managing Director of CB Heating to explore the seismic shifts in the installer landscape, particularly in the boiler market, that are making heat pumps an increasingly attractive option. The traditional lucrative market for gas installers is undergoing a transformation, with boiler prices fluctuating and the entry of online giants like Boxt and British Gas intensifying competition.Gas installers are facing challenges as they navigate the evolving market, especi...
In this episode, join us on a journey through the evolution of CB Heating, from its humble beginnings in 2001 to its recent acquisition by EDF.Our guest, Clayton Browne, Managing Director of CB Heating, shares the story of his quest to make a significant impact in the industry and become a driving force in the world of renewables.Chapters: 00:00:00 - Introducing Clayton Browne of CB Heating00:05:13 - The Evolution of Heat Pump Installation Industry00:10:32 - Access to Heat Pump Installers00:1...
In the midst of a pressing cost of living crisis, we're back with Jim Bennett, Octopus Energy Services Sales Director, to cover the West's heavy reliance on gas and the urgent need to transition towards electrification. We explore the necessity of shifting away from purchasing gas from countries that have already embraced heat pumps, and the pivotal role that major energy companies can play in investing in renewable energy. We also address the many myths surrounding energy solutions, und...
We explore Octopus Energy's unwavering commitment to cleaner, greener energy. As a company that has been making waves in the energy industry, becoming a major disruptor, who better to sit down and talk heat pumps with than this than this eco-conscious powerhouse.We sit down with Octopus Energy Services Sales Director, Jim Bennett, to discuss Octopus's mission to redefine customer experience, raising the bar for service in the energy sector, and how you can now pay less for a heat pump than a ...
In this episode, we dive into the world of home heating with Jonathan, an energy-conscious homeowner from South Wales and a participant in Catapult Energy Living Lab's groundbreaking Heat Plan trial. Join us as we explore the innovative concept of paying for heat by the hour rather than traditional kilowatt-hour billing.Jonathan shares his firsthand experience with the Heat Plan trial, shedding light on the benefits he's enjoyed and the challenges he's faced while trying to keep his home comf...
In this episode, we have the privilege of sitting down with Edmund Hunt, Design Lead at Catapult Energy Systems. Join us as we dive into Catapult's mission to help demystify low-carbon technologies and pave the way for innovative solutions that empower consumers to enhance their home energy efficiency.Edmund takes us on a journey through the customer pain points that Catapult has uncovered and how a customer-centric approach is essential in delivering groundbreaking services like "Heat as a S...
In this episode we sit down with Andrew Crossland, Director of New Energy at SolarZero, to explore a fascinating initiative that sheds light on Britain's electricity landscape. Join us as we delve into the world of MyGrid GB, a British Electricity Tracker on Twitter with the handle @myGridGB.MyGrid GB doesn't just share data; it tells a story. We dive into how this innovative platform provides real-time information on the sources of Britain's electricity and its carbon impact. Discover how My...
In this episode, Graham Hendra, Heat Pump Expert and Founder of ABC Heat Pumps returns to the show to delve into a crucial topic: the need for a transformation in the messaging of the heat pump industry to drive wider adoption.It's no secret that the current message surrounding heat pumps can be overwhelming and complex. We explore why the existing approach isn't resonating with homeowners and why it's time for a shift in focus. Graham passionately advocates for simplifying the narrative, mak...
We're back with Andrew Crossland, Director of New Energy at SolarZero, who shares his personal experience of renovating his 19th century forever home in preparation for renewable technology.When it comes to making green home improvements, many UK homeowners are unsure of where to start. Andrew talks to us about how he began his journey to improve the energy efficiency of his property and reduce his energy bills. He shares his thoughts on how improvements can be made in periodic stages when th...
In this episode, we’re joined by Andrew Crossland, Director of New Energy at SolarZero, who talks to us about SolarZero and its innovative solution to getting homeowners to net zero electricity fast.A leading solar energy business in New Zealand, SolrZero is on a mission to accelerate New Zealand’s transition to be 100% renewable and lower the cost of energy for Kiwis. We talk to Andrew about the new Solar Subscription product which enables homeowners to access solar panels & smart batter...
We welcome back Graham Hendra, founder of ABC Heat Pumps, to talk about Octopus Energy’s move to open up the Solar PV market.In this episode, we discuss the change Octopus Energy has made to its Smart Export Guarantee and how this could potentially open the door for trained installers without MCS Certification to access the Solar Market. The MCS delivers a valuable benchmark for professionalism and quality in the sector, but is it hindering the growth of the market? We discuss how the ne...
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