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Heat Your Home Efficiently

Heating Systems

Heating and hot water make up around 70% of our home energy usage. This means the type of heating system we use can have a big impact on our carbon footprint.

Heating systems which use renewable energy sources are becoming more popular. We’re seeing a rise in the number of people taking up a heat pump, though there’s still a lot of misinformation and wariness around this technology.  

To find out more about renewable heating systems, including funding options, check out the pages below.  

  

Heating Systems

 

Air source heat pump

An air source heat pump uses the air outside to heat our home. Find out more about this low carbon heating option, plus how to get funding for installing one in your home.

Air source heat pump

Ground source heat pump

A ground source heat pump uses heat energy from the ground to warm our home. Find out how it works, if it’s suitable for your home, and what funding is available.

Ground Source Heat Pump

Biomass

Biomass burns organic matter – usually wood – to provide heating. Find out about the different types of biomass boilers on the market, as well as funding options.

Biomass

Useful pages

Saving energy in the home

Saving energy in the home is good for our pocket and the planet. There are lots of little changes we can make – many costing us nothing at all – that can add up to big savings.

Energy bills and your supplier

From getting to know all the charges that appear on your energy bill to the best ways to find out about your rights, our advice and support can help you take control.

Financial support

Financial support is out there, whether you’re struggling with your energy bills or looking into funding for renewable heating systems. Our guides cover what financial support is available, and how to apply.

Managing your heating

The more familiar you are with your heating systems, the better. Use our guides to take control of the heat in your home and use it more efficiently.

Templates for writing to your energy supplier

We’ve put together several templates to help you write to your energy supplier. The templates cover common energy supply issues and can be used for emails, webchats, or letters.

Get a retrofit

If you’re thinking of retrofitting your home to make it more energy efficient, Changeworks has a number of funded and self-funded options available.