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Energy Prices - Heat Pump vs Gas Boiler

Energy Prices - Heat Pump vs Gas Boiler

The UK is set to be hit by huge increases in both gas and electricity prices with many paying more than double the price they paid 12 months ago. In October 2022, energy prices are expected to surge again, leaving a lot of us wondering what we should do.

Running costs of heat pumps versus gas boilers

Running costs of heat pumps versus gas boilers

A new report by the Regulatory Assistance Project (RAP) has shown that the ever-increasing prices of fossil fuels means that gas boilers are become more expensive to run. The analysis below shows that, with an efficient heat pump, households can now save up to 27% on their heating bills compared to a gas boiler.

Urgh... Energy Prices

Urgh... Energy Prices

Whoever you are, and wherever you live in the UK, rising energy prices are something we are all becoming accustomed to. The skyrocketing price of wholesale gas in Europe has driven a huge increase in the price we pay for our energy, both gas and electricity. In this article we look at what this means for heat pump owners compared to traditional fossil fuels, and whether there’s anything you can do about it.

UK to be Powered by Completely Green Energy by 2035

UK to be Powered by Completely Green Energy by 2035

Based on the progress the UK is making developing it’s renewable electricity infrastructure, the Government is now targeting 100% green power by 2035. The fact that this is even a consideration is due to the mass deployment of offshore wind and other renewable sources, such as solar PV arrays.

British Gas Raise Prices AGAIN

British Gas Raise Prices AGAIN

August 10th, British Gas stated that their prices would be AGAIN rising, this time by 3.8% - or £44 per year, affecting 3.5m people nationwide. This rise in prices follows on from their 5.5% rise in gas prices last May and will come into effect on October 1st.