Ecoenergy

24/12/2025

Wishing all our customers, partners and followers the very best Christmas and a successful New Year!

24/12/2025

Wishing all our followers, partners and customers the very best Christmas and a successful New Year!

14/12/2025

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1. Introduction: Navigating the Triple Challenge for Modern Churches Modern churches stand at the intersection of three significant challenges: the moral and practical imperative to decarbonise their operations, the relentless pressure of rising energy costs, and their core mission to provide a warm

04/12/2025

May I please urge all heat pump installers to fully understand the importance of a valid EPC when homeowners wish to apply for the BUS grant. It is a legal requirement, and without it, customers risk becoming ineligible for funding.
Installers should strongly advise homeowners to arrange an EPC assessment before any installation begins, provided they do not already have a valid one.

In the past two weeks, I have been asked to carry out EPCs in situations where the timing created significant complications:
• In the first case, the heat pump had already been installed, meaning that entering it on the EPC would have made the property ineligible for the grant.
• In the second case, the gas boiler had already been removed and capped. With no heating system in place, the EPC rating was inevitably very low, regardless of insulation improvements.

You may have your opinions about the limitations of EPCs, but the requirement still stands. Please ensure you are familiar with the process and advise your clients appropriately.

08/11/2025

STOP DESTROYING YOUR VICTORIAN HOME.

Want lower bills? Many common upgrades (like cement render, dry-lining, concrete paving, vapour closed insulation and lack of adequate ventilation) are suffocating your solid-wall house. We recently found these "Victorian House Killers" causing damp, mold, and rot.

Don't risk expensive repairs using inappropriate insulation materials and methods, leading to health issues. Get expert, safe advice first.

STOP RISKING ROT: Get a Retrofit Assessment Designed for Traditional Homes.

Learn the safe way to reduce energy bills without causing catastrophic building damage.

✅ Book Your Retrofit Assessment Today: [email protected]

26/10/2025

Find Out Where Your Home Is Losing Heat This Winter!

Do you ever feel cold or notice draughts, even with the heating on? Your home could be losing heat through hidden gaps, poor insulation, or inefficient windows and doors.

We’re a local Walkley-based company offering affordable, non-invasive Thermal Imaging Surveys that show exactly where your home is losing energy.

Our survey includes:
✅ Clear thermal images showing problem areas
✅ Simple, practical “quick-win” recommendations to improve heat retention
✅ Advice on insulation, ventilation, and heating system efficiency
✅ Guidance on when professional upgrades may be worthwhile

Our goal is to help you feel warmer and cosier—without spending more on your energy bills. We’ll also help you get smarter about using your heating and managing your home’s comfort.

📞 Get in touch today for a free, no-obligation quote before winter arrives! Our email: [email protected]
www.ecoenergy.today

21/10/2025

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Join Hope Valley Climate Action’s next General Meeting
Date: Monday 27 October, 7.30–9.00pm (doors open at 7pm for light refreshments)
Location: Loxley Hall, Hope, S33 6RH
Free public event – all welcome

Decarbonising Construction: Is Carbon Capture & Storage (CCS) the only answer?

As the Government pushes for economic growth and ambitious housebuilding targets, demand for cement and concrete is set to rise. Cement is one of the world’s most carbon-intensive materials to produce, and the UK’s largest cement plant is located here in the Hope Valley.

That makes it more important than ever that we build responsibly - cutting emissions, using resources wisely, and staying within the limits of what the planet can sustain.

Breedon, the cement works operators, are investing in carbon capture and storage (CCS) to help reduce emissions, but not everyone agrees it’s the right or only path.

So what else can be done? From alternative materials and innovation to reducing demand, how do we move toward genuine decarbonisation and a fair transition that supports people, nature and the planet?

Join Hope Valley Climate Action (HVCA) for an evening of expert insight and discussion with:

Michael Lord, Senior Analyst (Industrial Decarbonisation), Climate Change Committee

Madeline Rihner, PhD Researcher, University of Sheffield and creator of Green Kid Comics

Together, we'll explore what a sustainable future for construction could look like – here in the Hope Valley and beyond.

👉 No booking needed – just come along.

13/10/2025

Check out our brand new website and discover our expanded range of services! We've also made it easy to see what our clients say by adding direct links to our reviews on Google and Freeindex.

Need an EPC, expert advice on energy saving improvements, or guidance on your property's suitability for solar PV or a heat pump? Get in touch with us today! https://ecoenergy.today/

16/08/2025

Ecoenergy has had a great day supporting a fundraising event at Hub Sheffield

14/08/2025

Find out about Walkleys Heritage at this very informative FREE event.
EVERYBODY WELCOME.
For more information visit www.welcometowalkley.org
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13/08/2025

7 tips to keep your home cool during a heatwave

With temperatures soaring across the UK, Elmhurst Energy and the Leeds Sustainability Institute look at ways to keep your home cool during a heatwave >

10/01/2025

This past year, we were incredibly busy conducting energy surveys for numerous Methodist churches across Yorkshire, Derbyshire, and the Manchester region. These surveys aimed to evaluate the energy and carbon efficiency of the churches, assessing their heating and ventilation systems and providing recommendations for improvements. A key focus was advising churches on the crucial steps they should take to achieve Net Zero targets, including guidance on the installation of renewables such as heat pumps and solar PV.

During these projects, we had the privilege of hearing inspiring stories about how communities have evolved around these churches and the immense challenges they face in today's environment. Most churches rely heavily on the dedication and tireless efforts of volunteers, often older members of the congregations who generously give their time and energy to serve their communities.

We extend our sincere gratitude to all those who have entrusted us with this important work. Your dedication and the opportunities you have provided us are deeply appreciated.