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The UK's Energy Crisis: Understanding the Causes and Seeking Solutions

In this blog post, we will explore the reasons behind the energy price hike, its connection to the UK's reliance on fossil fuels.
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The Rise of Low Carbon Heating: A Look at Government Incentives and Future Prospects

Discover the UK's shift towards low-carbon heating solutions amid climate change concerns. Join forward-thinking installers leading the eco-friendly revolution.
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Empowering Homes for the Net Zero Transition: The Role of Heat Pumps, Solar PV, Batteries and Smart Home Technology

This blog post delves into the role of heat pumps, solar photovoltaic (PV) systems, batteries and smart home technology in empowering households to participate in the future energy system while achieving net zero emissions.
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What to Expect with a Heat Pump Installation: A Closer Look at Ground Source Heat Pumps

Here we dive deep into the world of ground source heat pumps (GSHPs) and what they can do for your home comfort.
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How to save energy and money in your home

There are plenty of options available for your home that can help save energy. Here are our tips and advice to help you save money and energy heating your home.
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The importance of water quality in heating and cooling systems

As a general, heat pumps in the UK are paired with wet heating systems filled with tap water and chemical inhibitor designed to prevent corrosion in the system. However, there are some greener options to consider for those customers seeking a green heating system. These are com . . .
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What does the future of home heating look like?

By announcing their target to cut carbon emissions to net zero by 2050 and mandating the end of fossil fuel heating systems in new homes from 2025, the UK is making big, bold moves for a cleaner, greener future.
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How your commercial premises could benefit from a Ground Source Heat Pump

Businesses are always striving to find the most cost-effective solution to reduce costs while still benefitting from efficiency, performance and for many, sustainability also plays a key role.
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The New Government Boiler Upgrade Scheme Explained!

The government has set out its plan to incentivise people to install low-carbon heating systems such as heat pumps, which run on electricity and extract energy from the air or ground.
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Using a Ground Source Heat Pump with Solar Thermal

Maximise the potential of Solar Thermal technology by combining a Ground Source Heat Pump.
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Should You Install Passive Cooling?

Building a new home or renovating an existing property? Find out more about passive cooling.
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How Do Home Heating Methods Vary Around the World?

Find inspiration for new ways to heat your home.
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What is a Battery Energy Storage System and Can it Save You Money?

Learn more about using battery energy storage in the home and how it could save you money.
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What is a District Heating Network?

Learn more about district heating and how it can benefit communities.
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Using a Heat Pump for Central Heating

Find out more about how heat pumps can be used for central heating in domestic and commercial buildings.
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Are Heat Pumps Efficient?

Learn more about heat pump efficiency including which heat pump is the most efficient and how efficiency is rated.
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Can Sewage Be Used to Heat Our Homes?

Waste water is an untapped resource for low-carbon, sustainable heating.
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Electricity Supply and Heat Pumps

Not sure about the difference between single and three phase power supply and why it matters to your heat pump installation? Find out all you need to know in our blog.
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A Guide to Borehole Drilling for Ground Source Heat Pumps

Learn more about the process of drilling boreholes for the purpose of installing a ground source heat pump.
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Why Invest in Solar Panels for Your Business?

Why businesses should invest in solar panels.
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Heat Pump vs Gas Boiler - What are the Differences?

How do heat pumps stack up against the UK's most common heating system?
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Heating a House Without Gas

Whether your property is off-grid or you're just considering alternatives, here are some potential options for heating a house without gas.
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Ground Source Heat Pumps for Swimming Pools

Learn more about how a ground source heat pump can be used for providing sustainable heating for both domestic and commercial swimming pools.
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What is a Buffer Tank and How Does It Work With a Heat Pump?

Find out the purpose of a buffer tank, average cost and if you need them for every heat pump installation.
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The New Bulb Smart Tariff

Find out how the UK's biggest green energy supplier is helping to reduce your energy bills.
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The Clean Heat Grant (CHGS)

Learn about the Clean Heat Grant and how it could contribute to covering the cost of installing a heat pump.
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How Much Does A Ground Source Heat Pump Cost in the UK?

Find out the average cost of installing a domestic ground source heat pump in the UK.
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The Most Effective Off Grid Home Heating Methods

Learn more about your options for effective home heating for properties based off the grid.
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Air Source Vs Ground Source Heat Pumps

What Heat Pump is best for you? Air Source or Ground Source?
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Ground Source Heat Pumps: How Much Space do you need?

Vertical or Horizontal Collector, how much space do you really need?
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Factors contributing to Climate Change

Each year growing concerns of how the climate is changing appears. What are the factors that contribute to the changing of the climate? How much is human activity contributing to to the change of the climate?
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How Businesses Benefit from Switching to a Heat Pump

Heating contributes a tremendous amount to the UK's overall carbon footprint. As homes and businesses are urged to ditch the fossil fuels and move to a carbon-neutral future, we look at the benefits switching to a heat pump can have for British industry.
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Inverter Heat Pumps vs. Fixed Output Single Speed: The Finer Details

Thermal Earth supplies inverter drive heat pumps made by MasterTherm. These units offer benefits in efficiency, cost and lifespan over fixed output units, and this article provides in-depth explanations about what makes them the preferred choice.
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Gas boilers to be banned from new homes by 2025

It was announced in the Spring Statement that gas boilers will be banned from being installed in new homes from 2025. Instead, they'll be replaced with low-carbon alternatives. Thermal Earth welcomes this news and promotes heat pump technology.
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Preparing for Ofgem’s Energy Price Cap Rise

It was recently announced that Ofgem would be raising the cap set on energy prices in the UK to cover the rising cost to suppliers. This article explains the steps you can take to stay ahead of the cost curve.
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A Guide to Heat Pumps for 2019

Smarter and cleaner alternatives to heat energy are continually being sought out in the UK. One of the more popular options people opt for is the heat pump. But they remain a little-known commodity. Until now! For those who've been deliberating over heat pumps, we've created a gu . . .
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Renewable energy is not just Wales’ future, but also its present

The latest version of Planning Policy Wales was released this week, which aims to explore the issues facing Wales’ environment today. We take a look at how heat pumps can help Wales slash its carbon usage and become more energy efficient.
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Advantages of Inverter Heat Pumps over Fixed Output Single Speed

Inverter heat pumps are often preferred over fixed output units. Inverter technology offers significant advantages in terms of energy efficiency, cost and the lifespan of a heat pump. This article explains in detail the benefits of inverter heat pumps over fixed output.
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4 Ways to Get the Most from Your Heat Pump This Winter

December in the UK brings the some of the coldest months of the year, and we're reliant on our heating systems more than ever. We've created this short guide to help ensure your heat pump is used efficiently during the winter months.
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