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Should I buy an EV?

April 17, 2026April 17, 2026 By David Strahan Comment Closed

One of the many things Donald Trump may not have foreseen or intended as he launched Gulf War III was a huge boost for electric vehicles. EV sales in Britain jumped 24pc in March to a new record of more than 86,000, while sales of petrol and diesel cars fell. (more…)...

Could this be the beginning of the end for your energy bill?

November 7, 2025November 8, 2025 By David Strahan Comment Closed

Winter is coming, energy debt is at an eight-year high and more than half of British households are planning to ration their energy use. But for some there’s no need to worry, since they will pay absolutely nothing for their energy bill – they may even be paid by their supplier. (more…)...

The heat pump mistakes that cost me hundreds, and how to avoid them

April 13, 2025April 13, 2025 By David Strahan Comment Closed

It’s not normal, I know – but these days I rather look forward to the arrival of my energy bills. (more…)...

How to install a heat pump: a step by step guide

October 30, 2024October 30, 2024 By David Strahan Comment Closed

Contrary to what you may have heard or read elsewhere, there has never been better time to install a heat pump. Indeed, there may never be another quite as good. (more…)...

Three ways to cut your heating bill by up to £700

October 8, 2024October 8, 2024 By David Strahan Comment Closed

Winter is coming and so are the bills. The Ofgem cap rose £149 this month taking the ‘average’ annual energy bill to £1,717 and analysts say another rise is likely in January. The government clings to its controversial policy of stopping winter fuel payments for 10 million pensioners. Surveys show almost half the population will ration its energy use. (more…)...

I’m a happy heat pumper

January 14, 2024October 14, 2024 By David Strahan Comment Closed

Heat pumps have copped some bad press recently and it’s time to redress the balance. I installed one in early 2022 and I love it. It is quiet, economical to run and keeps the house toasty. In my experience, there is nothing not to like. (more…)...

How long before the lights go out?

February 4, 2010 By David Strahan1 Comment

This article was first published in the Telegraph on 4 February 2010. Bad news for energy consumers continues to come thick and fast. Bills have more than doubled in the last six years, and could rise a further 25% in the next decade according to a wide-ranging report published yesterday by Ofgem. But even more worrying was the watchdog’s analysis of Britain’s energy security – or lack of it. (more…)...