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Renewable heating systems

Which renewable heating system is right for your business? Find out how heat pumps biogas and biomass heating systems work and their practical cost considerations.

When choosing a renewable heating system, some factors to consider are:

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Your building's fabric and energy rating

Heat pumps are generally best suited for well-insulated buildings with high energy rating.

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Accessibility for deliveries

Heating sources like biomass boilers need access to deliver fuel to the fuel store.

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Existing pipework and radiators

Consider whether or not existing pipework and radiators are compatible with the new heating system.

Heating temperature requirements

Heat pumps are suited to low temperature heating, while biomass or biogas boilers suit medium to high temperature heating.

Renewable heating types

Biomass heating

  • Low cost fuel

  • Easy to switch but requires space

  • High maintenance costs

  • Tariff for 15 years

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Biogas boilers

  • Similar to a standard gas boiler

  • Can be used to create transport fuel

  • Easy to switch

  • Tariff for 15 years

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Commercial heat pumps

  • 100% electric heat

  • High upfront costs

  • Some older radiators may need upgrading

  • Grant available to 40% of costs

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