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Recycle crisp packets, snack bags, and more with Terracycle
https://www.terracycle.co.uk/en-GB/ I'm currently collecting empty crisp packets at work. Keeps things out of landfill and receive points for chosen charities.
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Lidl to trial removing 9p reusable plastic bags in stores - MSE News
Lidl has announced plans to trial removing 9p reusable plastic bags from its 54 stores in Wales by 1 May...Read the full story: 'Lidl to trial removing 9p reusable plastic bags in stores' Click reply below to discuss. If you haven’t already, join the forum to reply.
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Economics and environment switching from gch to heat pump?
So our 7yo gas boiler keeps playing up and I am starting to think about whether we could replace it with an ashp or gshp. We use about 32k kWh of gas per annum probably one third hot water, two thirds space heating. Looks like heat pumps work better at lower temps so would probably have to replace rads with doubles (would…
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Sweden as a model for electrification
The period 2030 - 2050 is going to be mass electrification assuming the world is serious about reducing FF usage. So what will electricity demand be like in this period for nations that want to electrify heating and transport? Sweden is perhaps the best (not perfect but the best real world) example of what electrified…
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Hot water tank
My hot water cylinder has a top mounted heating element which is sometimes heated by solar produce electricity. A shower pump sucks water from a position located halfway down the tank. Does the shower pump suck first the hot water at the top of the tank or the cold water at the bottom of the tank? Or is there a blending…
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Anyone know of a good ESG index fund
I'd like to invest in an ethical and social governance fund, don't have enough money to pay for a financial advisor and am willing to search myself but I'm confused about what to buy - anyone got any ideas on what to invest in that doesn't fund planet destruction, slavery, arms etc. :beer:
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HELMS Solar Panel advice
Hello, I don't suppose if anyone can assist? A few years ago we had our solar panels installed (in England) with HELMS as part of the green deal.I understand that they went into administration towards the end of last year and wondered who the best parties are to talk to relating to this for advice? Also, we are still with…
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MYSTERY SOLVED Sold an unbranded wi-fi inverter stick instead of advertised Solis
Finally got some signal through to the barns by using a signal booster so spent £60 on a Solis data logging stick from ebay complete with warranty etc. There were other unbadged EN2 sticks for £40 on there but obviously no guarantees with them so went for the Solis brand. It arrived this morning and it isn't a Solis stick.…
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IBoost Immersion Heating
Hi, My new system is working great but I have now worked out that the IBoost is only heating the top part of my Immersion tank (as you would expect). I understand that you can have a pump fitted but I have just been told of a simple DIY fix, lets see if I can explain it: Basically you take a drain pipe section and put this…
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Grid connection limit?
I've read that there's a 16A * 240 = 3840kW limit for home Solar PV connection. Anything above which would need special permission, and my local solar installer said that may take ~1 month and is highly likely to be refused. Is that true? What are the rules? I'd like to get a 5kW installation, do I need to apply for…
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6Kw System fitted just in Time
Have just managed to get my 6Kw system installed this week and can't stop looking at the App showing generation.lol I have a question about IBoost. I know how it works but typically what sort of solar generation level would see the Iboost kick in. My understanding is that a typical house will consume around 2-300w from…
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Nothing like leaving it to the last minute! Couple of PV questions...
Hi all, We've been thinking about PV for some time but only just realised the FiT is ending! We've had to get our backsides in gear but I think we might be nearly sorted. :o We've had a quote from a well respected local company for 14 x Jinko 290w panels and Solis inverter for just under £5k which seems about right. The…
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MCS certificate help
Hello everyone, I'm filling out MCS certificate because my supplier couldnt be bothered to do it ( I will explain later) On the form it sais total installed capacity which is 12 x 300w which is 3.60 kw Then declared net capacity kW which I'm stuck on would it be same as above or the capacity of the inverter which is 3.3kw?…
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Quote for solar PV
Could I get some opinions/thoughts on the following quote please. Am awaiting a second quote for comparison, due imminently, but have been given a ballpark figure. I won't say who it is at this point. Both suppliers can get the systems fitted and certified before the end of March. Supplier 1 4.2kWp 14 x QCells 300 Solis…
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Do you have to have a wi-fi stick to monitor an inverter?
Currently having a solar panel system fitted with a Solis 6 inverter to our barns We have some wi-fi issues with various deadspots etc around the house and due to being unable to receive wi-fi in the barns opted not to bother having the inverter wi-fi stick. How else do we monitor the inverter? We have an iBoost so can see…
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Should I go for Solar or Not.. the ultimate dilemma!
I have been thinking about Solar for the longest time. I moved into my new house Sep last year and now have the opportunity to do something about it. It was on my to do list until recently when I found out that FIT is about to end. Long story short, I have reached out to some suppliers who can still fit within the deadline…
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Another Solar Quote Question!
Hi All, I've been dabbling with energy saving/storing/reusing and its about time to do it right. Right seems to be a difficult one, as it appears with the amount of cowboys out there and different systems available is leaving me completely confused. I had a chap from a company come out yesterday, nice guy, openly said he…
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Solar panel guarantee risk?
Quick question - I see talk on here about solar panel companies saying they're not renewing registrations, wholesalers who have no trade... is it not massively risky that any solar install company could be out if business very soon? That means if there are any issues you'll be on your own getting the kit off the roof? I…
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EPC and RHI
Am I right in that you only need to have a recent EPC to get RHI now? For some reason I thought you needed to be a D before you could claim (FIT or RHI) which for my old house is impossible WITHOUT fitting renewables, and I'd started to think we couldn't do it. But now going through the RHI calculator and putting in the…
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Air Source Running Costs
Hi All, I have a query I have a new build house (6 months old) The house is 4 bedroom My bills are £300 approx per month Does this sound right? It seems a lot to be honest Thanks
