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R-DME – an energy source for the near future

Chris Goggin explains the relevance and value of rDME for sustaining rural businesses. r-DME offers operational and ecological benefits as an alternative fuel source for off-grid businesses that require practical, economical and technically feasibility heating and hot water solutions.

28 May 2026

BioLPG can be a solution for low carbon commercial applications

Rinnai Director Chris Goggin explains the benefits of utilising BioLPG as a low carbon solution for commercial applications. BioLPG is an easily deployed “drop in” solution for off grid premises, whether they be domiciles or commercial properties. BioLPG is an environmentally friendly solution that offers identical performance to all other gas-based off-grid energies.

18 May 2026

Decarbonising water heating across education estates: idealism vs. infrastructure

The UK education sector is currently facing a silent infrastructure crisis. Of the estimated 64,000 school buildings in England, nearly 70% were constructed before the turn of the millennium. This means most of our educational estate relies on ...

30 Apr 2026

skills shortages affecting the UK & global HVAC market

Rinnai’s Operations Director Chris Goggin revisits the skills shortage problem that is permeating throughout the UK and international HVAC industry. This article will look at the root causes and what action the UK government is implementing as a solution.

23 Apr 2026

BESA’s director of specialist knowledge Rachel Davidson

Change must start with clients

This year should see significant progress towards wider adoption of the building safety agenda but real change will have to be led clients, says BESA’s director of specialist knowledge Rachel Davidson....

26 Feb 2026

The changing face of water quality: why yesterday’s solutions no longer work for today’s systems

Spirotech’s special projects engineer Steve Simmonds has seen significant change in the water treatment industry over the past decade. In this article, he looks at the impact of evolving technology which has helped transform the industry....

2 Oct 2025

Steve Simmonds, special projects engineer at Spirotech

Unlocking energy performance: How TM54 is transforming building design and heating efficiency in the UK

In a world in which reducing carbon emissions has become an imperative, the drive to build more energy-efficient environments has gathered pace and the spotlight is increasingly focused on the design stage of buildings, explains Steve Simmonds, ...

4 Sep 2025

Niall Parkin_sustainable fuels product manager, Calor

BioLPG a sustainable off-grid solution

Niall Parkin, sustainable fuels product manager for Calor explains why BioLPG Is a sustainable, critical pathway for off-grid living...

19 Aug 2025

ELCO Heating Solutions: Redefining Commercial Heating with Innovation and Performance

As a proud subsidiary of the globally renowned Ariston Group, ELCO Heating Solutions has built a legacy spanning more than 90 years, establishing itself as a pioneer in heat pump, burner, condensing gas and solar technology. With more than 1.7 ...

3 Jun 2025

Three push-fit solutions that simplify installations

With push-fit technology being more widely adopted by installers, Richard Bateman, Product Marketing Manager at RWC, explores three products and their ability to simplify installation....

29 May 2025

Multi-occupancy valve specification: maintenance considerations

As multi-occupancy buildings become more popular, RWC’s Product Marketing Manager, Richard Bateman, explores the role of Tenant Valves in creating efficient, reliable and easy-to-maintain plumbing systems....

29 May 2025

Delivering quality and reliability for the homes of the future

Delivering quality on renovation projects: top tips for installers

Richard Bateman, Product Marketing Manager at RWC, explains how plumbers can consistently achieve quality on renovation projects....

28 May 2025

Everything installers need to know about the Future Homes Standard

With new regulations on the horizon for 2025, RWC’s Richard Bateman explains what installers need to know about the Future Homes Standard....

27 Mar 2025

Rinnai’s Tony Gittings analyses the advent of a shortage of skilled labour in the HVAC industry and specifically in heat pump installation, as well as the wider energy industry. The effect of a rising skills shortage on large infrastructure projects and national NetZero objectives may take a heavy toll.

UK HVAC & heat pump skills shortage – where do we go from here?

A national skills shortage in the HVAC, heat pump installation and wider UK energy industry is a growing issue that needs close attention as it could have a very serious impact on NetZero objectives. Internal and external issues impacting the drive to carbon neutrality are usually given media and government attention in priority to the more mundane topic of training the next generation of skilled installers and contractors. One area directly related is the shortage of training and experienced heat pump installers and engineers.

13 Mar 2025

How plumbing technology is supporting water conservation

Richard Bateman, product marketing manager at RWC, discusses three ways in which installers can promote water conservation by using the latest plumbing technologies to boost efficiency in the home....

27 Jan 2025

Pioneering plumbing - unveiling the tech behind modern systems

Richard Bateman, product marketing manager at RWC, looks at the role of technology in modern domestic plumbing....

27 Jan 2025

Balancing energy and water conservation in HVAC

Steve Dawson, product manager – closed systems, from Guardian Water Treatment, looks at the most water and energy intensive processes in HVAC and how to improve their sustainability...

16 Jan 2025

Can hybrid systems solve our future gas network challenge?

Darran Smith, technical manager at Alpha considers what happens to the UK’s extensive gas network in our low-carbon heat future. A managed transition is critical for network operators and households, so should we do more to support the hybrid option ...

16 Jan 2025

It’s a New Dawn, a New Day, a New USA President – What Impact on Global Energy?

Rinnai’s Chris Goggin looks at the potential impact of the new American President, Donald Trump, may have on international energy issues. This objective analysis on the global energy transition will cover carbon emissions, energy options and all climate issues relating to Net Zero. There is no conclusion but many questions.

8 Jan 2025

Natasha King, product manager at Vent-Axia

Preparing for Awaab’s Law

The Government has announced it is launching a consultation on a new Decent Homes Standard for the rented sectors as soon as possible, as well as bringing forward Awaab’s Law in the social rented sector this autumn. Many social housing providers ...

17 Dec 2024

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