MVHR buyers guide
As homes become more airtight, the need for mechanical ventilation grows. Heat recovery systems bring in fresh air with minimal heat loss. Joel Seagren explains how they work and what to look for.
Read moreA draught sealing buyers guide
Draughts can make your home far less comfortable than it needs to be, particularly in winter. Sealing them up is one of the simplest things to do for an energy-efficient home. Find out where the gaps are and how to fix them in our first-ever draught sealing buyers guide.
Read moreCooling buyers guide: active cooling
Renew magazine's cooling buyers guide gives you all the info on effective shading, ventilation, fans and efficient air conditioning.
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SubscribeRainwater tank buyers guide
All the info you need on rainwater tank materials, siting, sizing, filters and pumps to make sure your rainwater is clean and useful.
Read moreRenewable energy courses guide
Since we last ran our renewable energy courses guide in 2016, there’s been an expansion of course offerings in both scope and sophistication.
Read moreBeat the winter chills: A guide to electric heating options
As we head into the colder months, thoughts turn to staying warm. What’s the best electric heating system for you?
Read moreWindows that perform: A window and film buyers guide
Poorly performing windows can drag down the thermal performance of your home. Lance Turner looks at some solutions.
Read moreNot just window dressing: High-performance curtains and blinds
Internal window coverings can protect privacy and dramatically improve the thermal function of a house, and if you choose with care, they can help keep you comfortable for years, writes Anna Cumming.
Read moreSolar panel buyers guide 2018
We’ve contacted photovoltaics manufacturers for details on warranties, cell types, size and price to help you decide which solar panels are best for you.
Read moreNo longer cooking with gas: Induction cooktop mini guide
Induction cooktops can make converts, with power and performance as good as or better than gas. We look at the features to consider when buying one.
Read moreMore flexible energy systems: energy storage buyers guide
With rapidly increasing demand due to increasing energy prices, there has been an explosion in the number of ready-to-use energy storage systems available. We take a look at the options available.
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