MVHR buyers guide

A 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.

Cooling buyers guide: active cooling

Renew magazine's cooling buyers guide gives you all the info on effective shading, ventilation, fans and efficient air conditioning.

Rainwater 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.

Renewable 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.

Beat 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?

Windows 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.

Not 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.

Solar 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.

No 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.