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ALTERNATIVE FUEL SOURCES


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Help customers consider alternatives


As the cost-of-living crisis continues, so do spiralling energy prices which are leaving many homeowners concerned when it comes to heating their homes. Whilst morning temperatures remain below 10 degrees, some will be looking at alternative ways of heating their homes that are more energy efficient and cost- effective. Calvin May, head of technical services at HETAS, is encouraging installers to help navigate their customers towards the most appropriate options for their needs and requirements


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he past 12 months have seen a significant increase in interest in alternative ways of heating homes, with our website seeing an unprecedented number of visits this winter just gone. We are witnessing a


change in consumer behaviour away from traditional heating methods (such as a gas boiler) as a method of cost-saving or energy efficiency. As we edge into the milder months of the year, choosing an alternative to


central heating for something that can heat just the room you are using can be a good option for those wanting to reduce their fuel consumption, as well as saving on general heating costs. Part home or room heating can be achieved with a wood or pellet-burning appliance, whilst at the same time reducing a reliance on fossil fuels. Engineers and installers alike will play a crucial role in helping their customers to understand the best alternative for their needs. For those looking for a more energy-efficient alternative to central heating,


pellet stoves or boilers may be an option. As a welcome choice for those who rely on solid fuel heating in rural and off-grid locations, this may allow a move away from total dependence on fossil fuels for home heating. Compared to log-burning appliances, pellet appliances can achieve a higher efficiency and cleaner burn. In addition, they: ¡ Generate more useful heat and have design and controllability elements that make them a convenient alternative for those consumers used to the ease of central heating and modern-day smart technology ¡ Work equally well with timers and remote controls, making them much less labour-intensive than other options and reducing the risk of errors caused by inefficient operation ¡ Feature integrated automatic ignition systems, reducing the need for firelighters and kindling and offering more instant heat on demand than other alternatives Automatic control of the appliance can be carried out using a built-in


continuous monitoring system. This ensures that the fuel input rate is optimised to achieve a full and successful combustion process. More advanced pellet stoves often require less fuel to generate a similar heat output and thus deliver a lower running cost for consumers. From our own research we can also see that pellet appliances (stoves and


boilers) can achieve some of the cleaner combustion results, minimising particulate emissions. In comparison, log stoves are more reliant on manual operation and refuel


from the user, however innovation has meant that they are being designed and manufactured to the latest standards and can achieve cleaner combustion than their predecessors, including open fires installed in older properties A standard open fire in most cases has an efficiency of around 37%, whereas


a well-designed log burner is rated at around 80%, meaning over double the amount of useful heat that can be generated when burning similar fuel loads. Pellet stoves exceed both of these options, delivering an efficiency rating of around 88% and resulting in significantly less heat being wasted up the chimney. Installers can ensure they are recommending the best products for their clients’ needs by searching on the HETAS Cleaner Choice Website. Those independently certified appliances on the scheme must achieve at


28 June 2023


Calvin May, head of technical services at HETAS


least a 50% improvement on current particulate limits and have a lower level of particulate emissions than even the most stringent Clean Air legislation requires. This gives installers the peace of mind that they are recommending the best available technology which meet their customers’ needs and concerns, whilst also promoting the environmentally responsible burning of fuels. All industries are making changes to protect our planet and the environment. Within the heating sector, installers can use their knowledge and expertise to help educate consumers about the benefits of alternative heating methods such as pellet stoves – and thereby getting us another step further in improving the air that we all breathe.


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