Green energy guides

It's more important than ever to make sure that our energy usage is as green as possible. Our guides will help you make energy choices that are right for both you and the environment.

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An air source heat pump
Air source heat pumpsAir heat source pumps are semi-renewable and can save you money on your home heating costs ..
House with domestic wind turbine
Domestic wind turbinesThere are many advantages of wind power, and with an estimated 40% of Europe's wind blowin ..
Energy microgeneration
Microgeneration of sustainable energyEverything you need to know about microgeneration for your home, including wind, solar and ..
An offshore wind farm
What are the pros and cons of wind farmsHow do wind farms produce and supply energy? This Uswitch guide to wind farms explains how ..
Ground source heat pump
Ground source heat pumpsWhat is a ground heat pump, how does it work, and how effective it is for reducing your ca ..
Hydropower dam
Hydropower for the homeHow does hydropower work? Is a domestic system feasible? How much does it cost, and what a ..
House with air source heat pump
What is the Boiler Upgrade Scheme?The Boiler Upgrade Scheme replaces the Renewable Heat Incentive from 2022 - find out what ..
Family looking at their low carbon solar panels
Low carbon heating: reduce your eco impact at homeLooking to reduce your eco impact at home? Read our low carbon heating guide to find out h ..
Parent and child reducing their food waste
UK food waste: How to reduce food waste at homeLooking to reduce your food waste at home? Check out Uswitch's top tips on how to reduce y ..
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Green home statisticsDiscover key green home statistics, including the number of homes using green energy, the ..
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20 key UK green energy statisticsDiscover key green energy statistics, including the UK’s total renewable energy output, an ..
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Green consumer statisticsDiscover key green consumer statistics, including the growth of eco-friendly products, gre ..
A feature image showing two people installing solar panels onto a roof.
How long do solar panels last?Our guide covers all the key info on how long solar panels last, including average lifespa ..
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How much do heat pumps cost?Our guide covers all the key info on how much heat pumps cost, including installation cost ..
Pine trees
Reducing your carbon footprintWhat is a carbon footprint, how can it be measured, and what can you do to reduce your car ..
Image of a radiator heater
What is the renewable heat incentive (RHI)?This Uswitch guide tells you everything you need to know about the benefits of the renewab ..
Green Council Report - Image module
Green Council Report: Are county councils taking sustainable steps?With the UK’s net zero emissions target date set for 2050, green energy comparison site Us ..
Electric car charging station around Crouch End area on London street
Car emissions: How to reduce your car pollutionTransport is responsible for 27% of total UK greenhouse gas emissions, but what can you do ..
Woman working in the sustainable fashion industry
Sustainable fashion: How to reduce your eco impactFast fashion is one of the biggest polluters on the planet. Read Uswitch's sustainable fas ..
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