Renewable Energy News & Features

Changes to the Boiler Upgrade Scheme

Friday 19th April 2024

There has been a lot of publicity about recent changes to the Boiler Upgrade Scheme (BUS) that remove mandatory loft and cavity wall insulation for some households to secure heat pump funding via the scheme.

Heat pumps: COP and SCOP explained

Tuesday 13th February 2024

The terms COP and SCOP are often used when talking about heat pumps and so we thought we would take a moment to explain exactly what they mean and why they are important.

Pay 0% VAT on Battery Storage

Wednesday 24th January 2024

Have you heard about Tesla’s £350 rebate for the Powerwall? We’re going a step further and doubling their offer for our customers.

OHM Energy New UKWA Member

Thursday 28th September 2023

We’re delighted to announce that OHM Energy is now a proud member of the leading logistics trade organisation - UKWA.

Boiler Upgrade Scheme (BUS)

Tuesday 26th September 2023

From 23 October 2023, the Boiler Upgrade Scheme grant level for heat pumps will increase from £5,000 (air source) and £6,000 (ground source) to £7,500.

OHM Energy Joins The Heat Pump Federation

Thursday 21st September 2023

We are proud to announce that OHM Energy is now a full member of the industry body, the Heat Pump Federation.

Finance for your purchase

Friday 28th July 2023

At OHM Energy Limited, we are committed to delivering excellent service and we understand that many customers may prefer the option of paying with finance.

Regional Energy Efficiency award winners!

Thursday 27th July 2023

We did it again! Yes, OHM Energy won Renewable Heat Installer of the Year at the Energy Efficiency regional awards for the second year running and we were also Commended for our solar work.

Nationwide encourages low-carbon homes

Wednesday 24th May 2023

With 29 million homes producing no less than 16 percent of UK emissions, Nationwide is offering an innovative 0% interest loan for green home improvements.

Roadmap for a Greener Britain

Wednesday 12th April 2023

After decades of importing expensive, polluting fossil fuels from Russia and other countries, the government is now encouraging a radical shift in our energy system.

OHM Energy part of MCS's battery storage working group

Tuesday 14th February 2023

With energy costs rising and climate change affecting us all, low carbon technology like battery storage has a growing role in the future of UK energy.

Energy Security and Net-Zero

Monday 13th February 2023

We welcome the new dedicated energy department that has been tasked with “securing our long-term energy supply, bringing down bills, and halving inflation”.

ESCG and OHM Energy Green Training Hub

Wednesday 1st February 2023

OHM Energy is not just a design and installation company. It has always been about more for us.

Roaring success for first heat pump CPD session

Thursday 15th December 2022

One of the leading heat pump manufacturers, Samsung conducted the first Continued Professional Development (CPD) session at Eastbourne’s pioneering green training hub on 6th December 2022.

Renewables win with new industry champions

Wednesday 14th December 2022

The East Sussex Careers Hub team held their latest all-day Continued Professional Development (CPD) event on Thursday 8th December 2022 at the Wellshurst Golf Club in Horam.

The Government’s Eco+ Scheme

Thursday 1st December 2022

Hundreds of thousands of households could receive loft and cavity wall insulation under a new government scheme. Could you?

How to increase the resale price of your Buy To Let property

Wednesday 3rd August 2022

The UK's largest real estate portal and property website, Rightmove, has issued a green warning to landlords.

Investing in solar and/or EV charging

Monday 16th May 2022

Investing in solar panels and EV charging points can now save your business from paying as much tax under a new government scheme.

Training for the future

Monday 25th April 2022

Design T-Level students from East Sussex College, Eastbourne, present their vision for an eco training hub to OHM Energy in an exciting new competition.

Spring Statement 2022

Monday 28th March 2022

The Spring Statement is an annual statement made by the Chancellor of the Exchequer to the House of Commons, providing an update on the health of the economy, forecasts and progress made since the Autumn Budget.

Carbon Emissions from New Homes

Wednesday 23rd March 2022

The government has now responded to the Future Building Standards consultation, confirming the compliance measures that are part of the changes to Approved Document L1A of the Building Regulations.

OHM Energy partners with Centrica

Monday 7th February 2022

OHM Energy has been approved as a subcontractor to undertake works on behalf of the energy giant Centrica.

The Heat and Buildings Strategy

Monday 18th October 2021

The UK government has set out its plan to incentivise homeowners to install low-carbon heating systems in a simple, fair and cheap way.

OHM Energy Wins Award

Thursday 14th October 2021

OHM Energy is pleased to announce that we have been awarded Renewable Heat Installer/Contractor of the Year award at the South East Energy Efficiency Awards 2021.

The Solution to Rocketing Energy Prices

Wednesday 29th September 2021

The cost of wholesale gas has surged by 250% since the beginning of 2021, jumping 70% just since August, according to Oil & Gas UK.