Congregation looks to heavens as church gets solar panels
A church in south Wales has had a green boost after new solar panels were fitted to its roof as part of a renovation scheme.
The BBC reports that when Father David Way took over the parish in 2002, he was concerned the building would not be around for much longer as it was in such a state of disrepair.
However, thanks to a number of fund-raising initiatives, the church has now had new solar panels fitted, which could help to reduce its impact on the environment, while also lowering its utility bills.
The 30 panels are reportedly already making such a significant impact to energy bills, that all of the excess electricity is being sold back to the National Grid.
Father David said: "It was a dream come true, we couldn't believe how wonderful it looked and how efficient it was in what we were trying to do."
The Liverpool Echo recently claimed that rather than having the latest designer kitchen or bathroom suites, solar panels are the current must-have for many homeowners.
The BBC reports that when Father David Way took over the parish in 2002, he was concerned the building would not be around for much longer as it was in such a state of disrepair.
However, thanks to a number of fund-raising initiatives, the church has now had new solar panels fitted, which could help to reduce its impact on the environment, while also lowering its utility bills.
The 30 panels are reportedly already making such a significant impact to energy bills, that all of the excess electricity is being sold back to the National Grid.
Father David said: "It was a dream come true, we couldn't believe how wonderful it looked and how efficient it was in what we were trying to do."
The Liverpool Echo recently claimed that rather than having the latest designer kitchen or bathroom suites, solar panels are the current must-have for many homeowners.
More From Energy Efficiency in Plumbing & Heating
Renewable heat 'can tackle fuel poverty'
Renewable energy technology such as solar panels could help to ease the problem of fuel poverty in the UK, it has been revealed.
Renewable energy technology such as solar panels could help to ease the problem of fuel poverty in the UK, it has been revealed.
(12 Mar 2010)
Plans underway for eco towns
Two more areas of the country have been added to a list of proposals to be made into eco towns, it has been reported.
Two more areas of the country have been added to a list of proposals to be made into eco towns, it has been reported.
(10 Mar 2010)
Retrofits 'need to reach thousands per week'
Thousands of homes across the UK will need to see improvements made to their insulation and energy efficiency every week in order to meet the government's recent commitment, it has been revealed.
Thousands of homes across the UK will need to see improvements made to their insulation and energy efficiency every week in order to meet the government's recent commitment, it has been revealed.
(9 Mar 2010)
Baxi Ecogen 'could reduce bills and emissions'
The new Ecogen combined heat and power (CHP) unit from Baxi - set to be on sale from next month - could help Britons successfully reduce both their energy bills and their home's carbon footprint, it has been claimed.
The new Ecogen combined heat and power (CHP) unit from Baxi - set to be on sale from next month - could help Britons successfully reduce both their energy bills and their home's carbon footprint, it has been claimed.
(8 Mar 2010)
Pays scheme 'could help with solar panel installation'
More Britons may find themselves in a position where they can afford to invest in solar panels thanks to a new government scheme, one sector commentator has claimed.
More Britons may find themselves in a position where they can afford to invest in solar panels thanks to a new government scheme, one sector commentator has claimed.
(8 Mar 2010)
Energy efficiency 'the ultimate aim'
While the debate into how best to achieve greener and more sustainable homes is likely to continue for the foreseeable future, one thing people can agree on is that energy efficiency is the ultimate goal, one sector commentator has claimed.
While the debate into how best to achieve greener and more sustainable homes is likely to continue for the foreseeable future, one thing people can agree on is that energy efficiency is the ultimate goal, one sector commentator has claimed.
(5 Mar 2010)
Energy efficiency 'driven by cost'
When it comes to going green, consumers continue to be driven more by cost than the benefits such improvements can have for the environment, new research has found.
When it comes to going green, consumers continue to be driven more by cost than the benefits such improvements can have for the environment, new research has found.
(4 Mar 2010)
Government unveils new green strategy
The government has announced plans to improve energy efficiency and lower the utility bills of more properties in the UK.
The government has announced plans to improve energy efficiency and lower the utility bills of more properties in the UK.
(3 Mar 2010)
Environment for self-builds 'more favourable'
Self-build home projects are proving increasingly popular in the UK, one sector commentator has claimed - which may be due in part to the fact people can integrate environmentally-friendly technology into the new home, such as solar panels.
Self-build home projects are proving increasingly popular in the UK, one sector commentator has claimed - which may be due in part to the fact people can integrate environmentally-friendly technology into the new home, such as solar panels.
(1 Mar 2010)
'Lack of consistency' on carbon emission reporting
When it comes to how businesses report their own carbon emissions, the system suffers from a lack of consistency, it has been claimed.
When it comes to how businesses report their own carbon emissions, the system suffers from a lack of consistency, it has been claimed.
(25 Feb 2010)
Articles Related To Congregation looks to heavens as church gets solar panels
Congregation looks to heavens as church gets solar panels
A church in south Wales has had a green boost after new solar panels were fitted to its roof as part of a renovation scheme.
A church in south Wales has had a green boost after new solar panels were fitted to its roof as part of a renovation scheme.
(13 Nov 2009)
Church installs "decent" heating system
A Brockley church has had solar panels installed as a result of a scheme undertaken by its vicar.
A Brockley church has had solar panels installed as a result of a scheme undertaken by its vicar.
(21 Jul 2006)
Obama's grandmother 'gets new solar panels'
Barack Obama's grandmother, who lives in Kenya, is set to benefit from renewable energy after new solar panels were installed on the roof of her property.
Barack Obama's grandmother, who lives in Kenya, is set to benefit from renewable energy after new solar panels were installed on the roof of her property.
(26 Aug 2009)
Solar panels 'could reap financial rewards'
In addition to helping to lower a household's carbon footprint, solar panels may soon have another financial incentive.
In addition to helping to lower a household's carbon footprint, solar panels may soon have another financial incentive.
(10 Dec 2009)
Ground source heat pump chosen by church
A new church in Perthshire has incorporated a number of renewable energy technologies into its design with a view to making it as sustainable as possible.
A new church in Perthshire has incorporated a number of renewable energy technologies into its design with a view to making it as sustainable as possible.
(9 Oct 2008)
Solar panels 'a realistic proposition'
Solar panels have become an increasingly realistic option for both homeowners and businesses which wish to do their bit to become more energy efficient, it has been said.
Solar panels have become an increasingly realistic option for both homeowners and businesses which wish to do their bit to become more energy efficient, it has been said.
(3 Feb 2010)
Solar panels could earn homeowners £900
In addition to the money they can save on energy bills, homeowners who invest in solar panels could find they are able to earn £900, it has been revealed.
In addition to the money they can save on energy bills, homeowners who invest in solar panels could find they are able to earn £900, it has been revealed.
(2 Feb 2010)
Footballer scores goal with solar panels
Manchester City striker Carlos Tevez has scooped an award thanks to his technology-packed home, which includes solar panels, it is reported.
Manchester City striker Carlos Tevez has scooped an award thanks to his technology-packed home, which includes solar panels, it is reported.
(15 Dec 2009)
Ben Elton in hot water Down Under over solar panels
Following his recent move to Australia, UK comic Ben Elton has landed himself in hot water with his neighbours after fitting solar panels to his roof.
Following his recent move to Australia, UK comic Ben Elton has landed himself in hot water with his neighbours after fitting solar panels to his roof.
(20 Nov 2009)
Somerset couple plan solar panels
A couple for Somerset is planning to improve the environmental credentials of their property by investing in a set of solar panels.
A couple for Somerset is planning to improve the environmental credentials of their property by investing in a set of solar panels.
(28 Aug 2009)
| your basket |  |
You have no items in your basket.
rapid order
bestsellers
Popular Searches
Vaillant Gas Boilers Oil Boilers Stelrad Compact Radiators Ideal Gas Boilers Towel Warmers Grant Oil Boilers Ideal Boiler Spares Trianco Oil Boilers Standard Radiators Designer Radiators Ideal Boilers Gas Boilers Glow-Worm Boiler Spares Worcester Gas Boilers Glow-Worm Gas Boilers Oil Storage Tanks Glow-Worm Electric Boilers Electric Storage Heaters and Panel Heaters Electric Towel Warmers- 2010
- 2009
- 2008
- 2007
- 2006
latest reviews
| ALPHA CD35C HE CONDENSING GAS COMBI BOILER |
| "Far far better" than a Worcester or Vaillant equivalent!!!!! ... |
| Reviewed on 05 Mar, 2010 by Si |
Rating  |
| ELECTRIC TOWEL RAIL 400X800 CP CHROME STRAIGHT |
| electric towel warmer 400x800 cp chrome... |
| Reviewed on 26 Feb, 2010 by m travis |
| Rating |
| FERNOX TOTAL FILTER TF1 22MM |
| Have to laugh at the JohnBoy's post about it being plastic, Ive been using plastic speedfit, and pla... |
| Reviewed on 21 Feb, 2010 by Nigel Purdy |
| Rating |
| ROBINSON WILLEY WARMPLAN XX STD TEAK GAS (EXC FLUE) HEATER |
| I would really recommend this company to you. We bought a 1960s studio flat as a buy to let with a ... |
| Reviewed on 16 Feb, 2010 by Isobel Platings |
| Rating |
| FERNOX F2 EXPRESS BOILER NOISE SILENCER 265ML |
| Took but a moment to use and onother moment to silence the kettling noise in my boiler.It does what ... |
| Reviewed on 13 Feb, 2010 by Chris Wood. Ongar |
| Rating |
Newsletter Signup
Follow Us
 |
 |
 |
 |
 |
|
|
|
|
|
|
Popular Categories
Popular Categories
Information
Get in Touch
Legal
Suppliers
developed by kinspeed