At Energy House 2.0, we recently put the York YKF 5Kw Monobloc Air Source Heat Pump (ASHP) through its paces to assess its performance in real-world conditions. Working alongside BRS Heat Pumps, we tested the unit in a specially controlled environment designed to replicate typical and extreme UK weather conditions. With the push for more sustainable […]
We are thrilled to announce that Friends of Energy House 2.0 has been shortlisted for the Breaking Down Barriers Awards 2025, organised by the Purpose Coalition. Nominated in the ‘Harness the Energy Transition’ category, this recognition highlights our commitment to a fair and inclusive energy transition. Friends of Energy House 2.0 brings together businesses and individuals dedicated to […]
Energy House Labs is thrilled to announce our collaboration with Castlefield Gallery for an upcoming exhibition featuring new works by artists Mishka Henner and Emily Speed. This exhibition is the culmination of their 18-month residencies at our state-of-the-art Energy House 2.0 facility at the University of Salford. Throughout their residencies, Henner and Speed have engaged […]
Have you ever wondered what the inside of the houses look like that are built within our Climate Chamber at Energy House 2.0? While our rigorous testing schedule means we can’t offer in-person tours within the houses, we’ve got the next best thing for you! Thanks to Saint-Gobain, you can now take a 360° virtual tour of […]
In 2024, the Friends of Energy House 2.0 awarded funding to three projects focused on raising awareness about sustainability. These projects were evaluated by the Friends against various criteria, including overall impact, value for money and long-term sustainability. University of Salford’s, Silvia Tedesco: Greener Houses of the Future aim to engage year 5 children from deprived […]
Have you been considering using thermal paint to assist with internal insulation? Do you think they may save you money in the long term? Our Thermal Measurement Laboratory’s Quality Manager, Ian Rattigan, has been on today’s BBC Morning Live to provide some interesting findings. To watch the segment on iPlayer, skip through to 15:15.