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by Emma Coleman

July 22, 2026

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The BUS Grant (Boiler Upgrade Scheme) Just Got Even Better: Up to £9,000 Towards an Air Source Heat Pump

Boiler Upgrade Scheme Update: Up to £9,000 for Heat Pumps in 2026

by Emma Coleman

June 11, 2026

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Heat Pump vs Gas Boiler: Which Is Better for UK Homes in 2026?

With energy prices continuing to fluctuate and more homeowners looking for sustainable ways to heat their homes, the debate around heat pump vs gas boiler has never been more...

by Emma Coleman

May 7, 2026

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£9,000 New BUS Grant for Oil-Heated Homes

The UK government has just increased the Boiler Upgrade Scheme (BUS) grant from £7,500 to £9,000 switching from oil or LPG.

by Emma Coleman

April 24, 2026

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Plug-In Solar Panels: The Complete Guide for everyone (2026)

What plug-in solar is, how it works, who it suits, and crucially, when a full rooftop system is still the smarter choice.

by Emma Coleman

April 20, 2026

Battery Storage, Solar Energy

What Is a Virtual Power Plant — and Can Your Battery Earn You Money?

A Virtual Power Plant is a network of thousands of home batteries and sometimes EV chargers and heat pumps connected together through a software platform and coordinated to act...

by solarus

March 18, 2026

Case Studies

Laneside Residential Property Bramhall, Stockport

In January 2026, Solarus completed a full renewable energy installation for a private residential renovation project in Bramhall. Working in collaboration with a local builder, this project was aimed...

by Emma Coleman

March 17, 2026

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Energy Hacking: How Time-of-Use Tariffs Can Slash Your Bills in Greater Manchester

If you’re in Stockport or Greater Manchester, you will have noticed that energy bills are still unpredictable. Especially with the recent fuel costs related to the war in the...

by Emma Coleman

March 9, 2026

Battery Storage, EV Chargers, Solar Energy

Bidirectional EV Charging V2X: Is V2G the Future of Energy for Smart Homes in Stockport?

Electric vehicles are rapidly transforming both transportation and energy systems across the UK. In areas like Stockport and Greater Manchester, EV adoption is growing quickly as more homeowners install...

by Emma Coleman

February 10, 2026

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How Heat Pumps Can Help Cut Your Heating Costs – Inspired by Guy Martin

Discover the benefits and typical costs of air source heat pumps in the UK. Learn how this renewable heating solution can deliver comfort and savings, with insight from Guy...

by Emma Coleman

January 30, 2026

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The BUS Grant (Boiler Upgrade Scheme) Just Got Even Better: Up to £9,000 Towards an Air Source Heat Pump

Heat Pump vs Gas Boiler: Which Is Better for UK Homes in 2026?

£9,000 New BUS Grant for Oil-Heated Homes

Plug-In Solar Panels: The Complete Guide for everyone (2026)

What Is a Virtual Power Plant — and Can Your Battery Earn You Money?

Laneside Residential Property Bramhall, Stockport

Energy Hacking: How Time-of-Use Tariffs Can Slash Your Bills in Greater Manchester

Bidirectional EV Charging V2X: Is V2G the Future of Energy for Smart Homes in Stockport?

How Heat Pumps Can Help Cut Your Heating Costs – Inspired by Guy Martin

Electrical Upgrades That Increase EPC Ratings for Rental Properties

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