Christopher McFadden
Christopher is an Environment, Health & Safety (EHS) specialist with extensive experience advising consumer and trade clients on energy efficiency and sustainability. With a Master's in Earth Sciences from Cardiff University, Christopher has attained professional energy and sustainability auditing qualifications and various postgraduate certificates and diplomas. He is a qualified and accredited Level 3 and Level 4 non-domestic and domestic energy assessor, a Green Deal assessor, and a Practitioner member of the Institute of Environmental Management and Assessment (IEMA). He also recently qualified as a level 5 Retrofit coordinator. In addition to his day job, Christopher has also honed his skills as a STEM writer for several well-known online publishers, sharing his knowledge and passion for science, engineering, and dinosaurs with millions of readers around the world.
- Octopus Energy aiming for 100,000 ‘zero bill’ homes Octopus Energy have announced some new initiatives to help customers slash their energy bills; even eliminate them.Christopher McFadden
- External wall insulation costs in 2024 External wall insulation costs is one of the best ways to slash the costs of heating your home. See how much external insulation costs.Christopher McFadden
- National grid upheaval needed to hit net zero by 2050 The UK government has commited the nation to net zero by 2050, but the national grid is far from ready, experts warn.Christopher McFadden
- Government grants for double-glazed doors and windows There are double glazing government grants available to hundreds of thousands of homes in the UK right now. Find out if you qualify here.Christopher McFadden
- How to save energy at home Here are some handy ways to meaningfully save energy at home now and long into the future.Christopher McFadden
- What is a solar tracker? Solar tracker systems are special devices that keep solar panels facing the Sun throughout the day to maximise power production.Christopher McFadden
- Solar roof tiles: What do they look like, how much do they cost and are they worth the investment? Solar tiles are typically at least twice as expensive as solar panels. We'll help you work out if they're worth it for your home.Christopher McFadden
- Tesla Powerwall: UK costs, benefits and grants If you are looking to supercharge the savings from your solar panels, why not consider adding a Tesla Powerwall or two.Christopher McFadden
- Fourteen ways to save energy at home Trying to reduce your home's energy consumption? Then check out our top tips on how to cut back on bills and shrink your carbon footprint.Christopher McFadden