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British Gas launches Dimplex Quantum Tariff
British Gas and Dimplex have partnered to launch the British Gas Dimplex Quantum Tariff, the UK’s most advanced electric storage heating tariff for use with the Dimplex Quantum Storage Heater.
The Future Homes Standard: Is 2023 the new 2025 (for a 75-80% carbon emission reduction)?
The Ten Point Plan may have just announced intentions for an earlier introduction of the Future Homes Standard than previously planned. Picked up by industry and the media alike, the initial announcement included details of moving the 2025 Future Homes Standard date to 2023. So, if 2023 is the new 2025, how can we prepare?
Part L and the UK’s Zero Carbon Future
The global consensus of the science underpinning the ‘Paris Agreement’ that entered into force on 4 November 2016 recognises the need to get to zero carbon emissions. But changing how millions of people live is a rather special kind of problem - the forces that shape our lives exist on many different levels. More than anything, the barriers to change are psychological, social, economic and political.
Part four: Real life solution
Concluding our current series on fuel poverty, we explore how Dimplex Quantum and Q-Rad heaters were implemented to bring a vast saving to a young couple in their 1960s property, and acts as an example of how Dimplex products can help those who are fuel poor.
Part 2 - London Environment Strategy: A heat pump solution
We’ve discussed what the London Environment Strategy means – but how can we achieve the required energy savings?
Part 1 - London Environment Strategy: What does it mean?
The draft London Environment Strategy, published by the Greater London Authority in August, sets out the authority’s plan to tackle environmental and energy challenges in the capital. It makes clear that if the target of making London zero carbon by 2050 is to be achieved, big changes need to be made to the way in which heating and cooling systems are designed.
No need to bring gas into the electric heating debate
Upgrading incorrectly specified appliances is the key to reducing fuel poverty in electrically heated homes, not connecting properties to the gas grid.
New heating regulations: What does it mean for you?
Homeowners looking to update and replace their heating systems this spring need to be aware of the new EU EcoDesign legislation, also known as Lot 20 within the industry, which came into force on January 1st this year.
New EPC legislation affecting private landlords
From April 1st 2018, all private rented properties in England and Wales must achieve an Energy Performance Certificate ‘EPC’ rating of at least ‘E’ before landlords can grant a new tenancy (unless exemptions apply). From 2020, the same will apply to all privately rented properties, even if there has been no change in tenant.
New Lot 20-compliant Dimplex XLE range
Dimplex has released a new range of XLE slimline electric storage heaters, giving installers advanced, Lot 20-compliant models for storage heating upgrades.
The new Dimplex Panel Heater, a perfect solution for smaller bathrooms
Dimplex has launched a brand new electric Bathroom Panel Heater, combining space heating, towel airing capabilities and a mirrored or a modern metal facia. Whilst its three-in-one design renders the heater perfect for smaller bathrooms, its striking modern design makes it an equally stylish feature for larger spaces.
National Clean Air Day: Don't let your allergies get the best of you
National Clean Air day aims to draw attention to the ongoing concerns around air pollution and its impacts on our environment and our health.
Mythbusters: Quantum vs night storage heaters
Designed, developed and manufactured in the UK by Dimplex, the Quantum uses low-cost energy to make it the most economical off-peak electric heating system on the market today. It is an award-winning heater that totally transforms the way you heat your home and is the perfect replacement for your old, outdated night storage heater – but what exactly can it offer that a traditional night storage heater cannot?