When it comes to tackling climate change, it’s easy to think ‘What difference can one home really make?’
The truth is a single home can make a powerful impact, and when thousands of home make smart, sustainable choices, the effects ripple out across communities, regions and even across the world.
At SolarTherm UK, we have seen firsthand how one home can become a catalyst for change, it’s why we started our referral scheme so our customers can benefit from their systems in more ways than one. Here’s how your home can help drive a cleaner, greener future – starting today.
Reducing Your Carbon Footprint
The average UK home creates 2.7tonnes of CO₂ per year, just from heating. Switching to smart green tech such as solar panels and heat pumps can reduce your carbon footprint by half. Small steps in the right direction, not a full off-grid set up will help reduce your carbon footprint – you can save up to 1 tonne of CO₂ per year just by installing solar panels.
Saving Money (and Reinvesting it Sustainably)
Going green isn’t just good for the planet – it’s good for your wallet too. With a solar PV installation you can save up to 70% on your electricity bills and heat pumps run far more efficiently than traditional gas, LPG or oil boilers. Over time, the money saved from your initial green investments can be used to invest in other eco-upgrades such as EVs (electric vehicles) and chargers, water-saving technology and smart home upgrades.
Inspiring Your Friends, Family, Street and Community
Once one home starts off the green trend, others follow suit. When your neighbours hear about your lower bills, smart tech and commitment to clean energy, they start asking questions. We’ve seen it happen time and time again. The power of visibility – one eco-home becomes five, then ten and starts a trend in the area. At SolarTherm UK we run a referral scheme, paying you £250 for every installed customer you refer to us.
Contributing to National and Global Targets
The UK has pledged to be Net Zero by 2050, but that’s not possible without a minimum of 9 million households across the UK being powered by solar energy. Your single home contributes to lower the national demand, cleaner air quality and a reduced need for fossil fuel powered energy generation. The grid becomes cleaner, emissions fall and energy becomes more secure – all because one household made the switch.
Start With One Change and Build from There
You don’t need to install a full smart home system overnight. Start with one upgrade and then invest your savings in more. Add solar panels to reduce your electricity bills by up to 70%, a heat pump when paired with your solar panels can save you money on your heating bills. Replace any old windows with energy-efficient double or triple glazing and insulate your walls and loft. A smart thermostat can also be installed to help you track what energy you’re using and when.
Your Home, Your Impact – Our Help
At SolarTherm UK we’re passionate about helping homeowners start their solar journey and becoming part of the solution. Whether you’re ready to go full steam with a full green eco-friendly home or solar is just your starting point or next step, drop us a call and we will be happy to help. Our expert team of designers will provide you with a free bespoke design package, tailored to your property, usage and future energy plans. No hard-sell, just honest, expert advice.
Your home can make a difference. Your journey starts with just one step, so let’s take that together.
