Last month, the University hosted the Postgraduate Annual Research Conference (SPARC), bringing together over 100 postgraduate researchers for a showcase of innovation, insight, and academic excellence. We’re thrilled to announce that Mahdi Ahmadvand, currently undertaking an iPhD titled “Development and Testing of Methodology for Smart Control Systems in Homes”—sponsored by Barratt Redrow plc—was awarded Best Poster at the […]
We are pleased to share that Channel 5’s Shop Smart Save Money (Season 4, Episode 11) visited the University of Salford’s Energy House Labs to film at our Energy House 2.0 facility. The segment, which begins at 27:18, explored the performance and value of tower fans, helping consumers make informed decisions ahead of warmer weather. Filmed at Energy House 2.0, our state-of-the-art research facility, […]
At Energy House Labs, we’ve completed a new study that looks at whether heat pumps can meet the hot water demands of a typical UK household — even under challenging conditions. With gas boilers being phased out as part of the UK’s low-carbon transition, there has been concern about whether heat pumps can provide sufficient hot […]
We are pleased to announce the successful completion of testing the SAPC/HEMS device at the Smart Meters > Smart Homes lab, as part of the Smart Metering Internet of Things (SMIOTS) project. The SAPC / HEMS (Standalone Auxiliary Proportional Controller / Home Energy Management System) is a cutting-edge device developed to intelligently control domestic energy […]
Energy House Labs is excited to announce the release of a new open-access dataset featuring two zero-carbon ready homes, tested in our state-of-the-art environmental chambers at Energy House 2.0. This advanced facility allows for precise control of temperature (from -20°C to 40°C) and humidity, providing optimal testing conditions. The dataset includes floor and elevation plans, […]
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 […]