Entity map for Axiom Eco Homes

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Axiom Eco Homes (Organization)

UK eco home improvement guidance from Axiom Flux Limited (Companies House SC826619), covering solar, heat pumps, insulation, windows and home energy efficiency.

Axiom Eco Homes publishes research-led guidance on eco home improvements for UK homeowners, covering solar, heat pumps, insulation and energy efficiency.Axiom Eco Homes — Axiom Eco Homes

Ian Duncan (Person)

Founder and editor of Axiom Eco Homes. Around 15 years in the UK windows and doors industry before moving into marketing.

Ian Duncan is the founder and editor of Axiom Eco Homes. He spent around 15 years in the UK windows and doors industry before moving into marketing, and now researches and writes the site guidance, citing UK government, Ofgem and Energy Saving Trust sources.Axiom Eco Homes — Ian Duncan

Air source heat pump (Concept)

A heating system that moves heat from outside air into a home, typically running at lower flow temperatures than a gas boiler.

A heating system that moves heat from outside air into a home, typically running at lower flow temperatures than a gas boiler. Axiom Eco Homes publishes UK homeowner guidance on this topic, citing gov.uk, Ofgem and Energy Saving Trust sources.Axiom Eco Homes — Axiom Eco Homes

Heat pump (Concept)

A device that moves heat from a cooler space to a warmer one, used in UK homes as an alternative to a gas boiler.

A device that moves heat from a cooler space to a warmer one, used in UK homes as an alternative to a gas boiler. Axiom Eco Homes publishes UK homeowner guidance on this topic, citing gov.uk, Ofgem and Energy Saving Trust sources.Axiom Eco Homes — Axiom Eco Homes

Insulated glazing (Concept)

Double and triple glazed units, and the U-values and specifications that determine their heat loss.

Double and triple glazed units, and the U-values and specifications that determine their heat loss. Axiom Eco Homes publishes UK homeowner guidance on this topic, citing gov.uk, Ofgem and Energy Saving Trust sources.Axiom Eco Homes — Axiom Eco Homes

Photovoltaic system (Concept)

A rooftop solar installation generating electricity, with export payments and payback governed by UK tariffs.

A rooftop solar installation generating electricity, with export payments and payback governed by UK tariffs. Axiom Eco Homes publishes UK homeowner guidance on this topic, citing gov.uk, Ofgem and Energy Saving Trust sources.Axiom Eco Homes — Axiom Eco Homes

Solar panel (Concept)

The panels themselves, rated in kilowatts peak, that make up a domestic photovoltaic system.

The panels themselves, rated in kilowatts peak, that make up a domestic photovoltaic system. Axiom Eco Homes publishes UK homeowner guidance on this topic, citing gov.uk, Ofgem and Energy Saving Trust sources.Axiom Eco Homes — Axiom Eco Homes

Energy Performance Certificate (Concept)

The A to G rating of a property energy efficiency, required when a home is sold or let in the UK.

The A to G rating of a property energy efficiency, required when a home is sold or let in the UK. Axiom Eco Homes publishes UK homeowner guidance on this topic, citing gov.uk, Ofgem and Energy Saving Trust sources.Axiom Eco Homes — Axiom Eco Homes

Cavity wall insulation (Concept)

Insulation injected into the gap between the two leaves of a cavity wall.

Insulation injected into the gap between the two leaves of a cavity wall. Axiom Eco Homes publishes UK homeowner guidance on this topic, citing gov.uk, Ofgem and Energy Saving Trust sources.Axiom Eco Homes — Axiom Eco Homes

External wall insulation (Concept)

Insulation fixed to the outside face of a solid wall and finished with render or cladding.

Insulation fixed to the outside face of a solid wall and finished with render or cladding. Axiom Eco Homes publishes UK homeowner guidance on this topic, citing gov.uk, Ofgem and Energy Saving Trust sources.Axiom Eco Homes — Axiom Eco Homes

Building insulation (Concept)

Materials fitted to a building fabric to reduce heat loss, including loft, cavity, solid wall and floor insulation.

Materials fitted to a building fabric to reduce heat loss, including loft, cavity, solid wall and floor insulation. Axiom Eco Homes publishes UK homeowner guidance on this topic, citing gov.uk, Ofgem and Energy Saving Trust sources.Axiom Eco Homes — Axiom Eco Homes

Smart meter (Concept)

A meter that records energy use in near real time and sends readings automatically to the supplier.

A meter that records energy use in near real time and sends readings automatically to the supplier. Axiom Eco Homes publishes UK homeowner guidance on this topic, citing gov.uk, Ofgem and Energy Saving Trust sources.Axiom Eco Homes — Axiom Eco Homes

Condensing boiler (Concept)

A gas boiler that recovers heat from its flue gases, and which runs most efficiently at lower return temperatures.

A gas boiler that recovers heat from its flue gases, and which runs most efficiently at lower return temperatures. Axiom Eco Homes publishes UK homeowner guidance on this topic, citing gov.uk, Ofgem and Energy Saving Trust sources.Axiom Eco Homes — Axiom Eco Homes

Central heating (Concept)

A heating system distributing heat from one source through a UK home, usually via radiators.

A heating system distributing heat from one source through a UK home, usually via radiators. Axiom Eco Homes publishes UK homeowner guidance on this topic, citing gov.uk, Ofgem and Energy Saving Trust sources.Axiom Eco Homes — Axiom Eco Homes

Energy Company Obligation (Concept)

The obligation on larger energy suppliers to fund efficiency measures in lower income and less efficient homes.

The obligation on larger energy suppliers to fund efficiency measures in lower income and less efficient homes. Axiom Eco Homes publishes UK homeowner guidance on this topic, citing gov.uk, Ofgem and Energy Saving Trust sources.Axiom Eco Homes — Axiom Eco Homes

Great British Insulation Scheme (Concept)

The scheme funding single insulation measures for households in lower council tax bands and lower EPC ratings.

The scheme funding single insulation measures for households in lower council tax bands and lower EPC ratings. Axiom Eco Homes publishes UK homeowner guidance on this topic, citing gov.uk, Ofgem and Energy Saving Trust sources.Axiom Eco Homes — Axiom Eco Homes

U-value (thermal transmittance) (Metric)

The rate of heat loss through a building element, in watts per square metre kelvin. Lower is better.

U-value measures how quickly heat passes through a window, wall or roof. UK Building Regulations set maximum U-values for replacement elements.Axiom Eco Homes — Window U-Value Calculator

Coefficient of performance (Metric)

The ratio of heat delivered to electricity consumed by a heat pump. SCOP is the seasonal average.

Coefficient of performance expresses how much heat a heat pump delivers per unit of electricity. Seasonal COP, or SCOP, averages this across a heating season.Axiom Eco Homes — Heat Pump Sizing Calculator

Ofgem (Organization)

The Office of Gas and Electricity Markets, the GB energy regulator that sets the price cap and administers several efficiency schemes.

The Office of Gas and Electricity Markets, the GB energy regulator that sets the price cap and administers several efficiency schemes. It is cited throughout Axiom Eco Homes as a primary source for UK figures and eligibility rules.Axiom Eco Homes — Axiom Eco Homes

Department for Energy Security and Net Zero (Organization)

The UK government department responsible for energy policy and the domestic retrofit schemes.

The UK government department responsible for energy policy and the domestic retrofit schemes. It is cited throughout Axiom Eco Homes as a primary source for UK figures and eligibility rules.Axiom Eco Homes — Axiom Eco Homes

Energy Saving Trust (Organization)

An independent organisation publishing UK energy efficiency advice and running certification schemes.

An independent organisation publishing UK energy efficiency advice and running certification schemes. It is cited throughout Axiom Eco Homes as a primary source for UK figures and eligibility rules.Axiom Eco Homes — Axiom Eco Homes

Citizens Advice (Organization)

The UK charity network providing consumer advice, including on energy bills and supplier disputes.

The UK charity network providing consumer advice, including on energy bills and supplier disputes. It is cited throughout Axiom Eco Homes as a primary source for UK figures and eligibility rules.Axiom Eco Homes — Axiom Eco Homes

Boiler Upgrade Scheme (Service)

The England and Wales grant toward an air source or ground source heat pump, administered by Ofgem.

The England and Wales grant toward an air source or ground source heat pump, administered by Ofgem. Official guidance is published at https://www.gov.uk/apply-boiler-upgrade-scheme.Axiom Eco Homes — Boiler Upgrade Scheme

Warm Home Discount (Service)

A one-off annual discount on the electricity bill for eligible low income households.

A one-off annual discount on the electricity bill for eligible low income households. Official guidance is published at https://www.gov.uk/the-warm-home-discount-scheme.Axiom Eco Homes — Warm Home Discount (official guidance)

Home Energy Scotland (Service)

The Scottish Government funded advice service and grant and loan route for home energy improvements.

The Scottish Government funded advice service and grant and loan route for home energy improvements. Official guidance is published at https://www.homeenergyscotland.org/.Axiom Eco Homes — Home Energy Scotland (official guidance)

Nest (Wales) (Service)

The Welsh Government scheme providing free energy efficiency improvements to eligible households.

The Welsh Government scheme providing free energy efficiency improvements to eligible households. Official guidance is published at https://www.nest.gov.wales/.Axiom Eco Homes — Nest (Wales) (official guidance)

Minimum Energy Efficiency Standard (Regulation)

The minimum EPC rating a domestic private rented property in England and Wales must meet to be let.

The minimum EPC rating a domestic private rented property in England and Wales must meet to be let. Official guidance is published at https://www.gov.uk/guidance/domestic-private-rented-property-minimum-energy-efficiency-standard-landlord-guidance.Axiom Eco Homes — Minimum Energy Efficiency Standard (official guidance)

MCS (Standard)

The certification scheme for small scale renewable technologies and their installers in the UK.

The certification scheme for small scale renewable technologies and their installers in the UK. Official guidance is published at https://mcscertified.com/.Axiom Eco Homes — MCS (official guidance)

TrustMark (Standard)

The government endorsed quality scheme for work carried out in and around the home.

The government endorsed quality scheme for work carried out in and around the home. Official guidance is published at https://www.trustmark.org.uk/.Axiom Eco Homes — TrustMark (official guidance)

Solar Savings Calculator (SoftwareProduct)

Estimates annual generation, export income and payback for a UK roof.

Solar Savings Calculator. Estimates annual generation, export income and payback for a UK roof. It is a free interactive tool on Axiom Eco Homes that computes UK specific figures from the inputs you give it.Axiom Eco Homes — Solar Savings Calculator

Heat Pump Sizing Calculator (SoftwareProduct)

Estimates heat pump running costs against a gas boiler and checks grant eligibility.

Heat Pump Sizing Calculator. Estimates heat pump running costs against a gas boiler and checks grant eligibility. It is a free interactive tool on Axiom Eco Homes that computes UK specific figures from the inputs you give it.Axiom Eco Homes — Heat Pump Sizing Calculator

Insulation Cost Calculator (SoftwareProduct)

Estimates heat loss reduction and annual savings by home type.

Insulation Cost Calculator. Estimates heat loss reduction and annual savings by home type. It is a free interactive tool on Axiom Eco Homes that computes UK specific figures from the inputs you give it.Axiom Eco Homes — Insulation Cost Calculator

Window U-Value Calculator (SoftwareProduct)

Calculates heat loss through windows and the saving from upgrading.

Window U-Value Calculator. Calculates heat loss through windows and the saving from upgrading. It is a free interactive tool on Axiom Eco Homes that computes UK specific figures from the inputs you give it.Axiom Eco Homes — Window U-Value Calculator

Boiler Replacement Calculator (SoftwareProduct)

Compares replacement boiler options and running costs.

Boiler Replacement Calculator. Compares replacement boiler options and running costs. It is a free interactive tool on Axiom Eco Homes that computes UK specific figures from the inputs you give it.Axiom Eco Homes — Boiler Replacement Calculator

Government Grant Checker (SoftwareProduct)

Checks which UK government grants and schemes a household may be eligible for.

Government Grant Checker. Checks which UK government grants and schemes a household may be eligible for. It is a free interactive tool on Axiom Eco Homes that computes UK specific figures from the inputs you give it.Axiom Eco Homes — Government Grant Checker

Carbon Footprint Calculator (SoftwareProduct)

Estimates home carbon emissions and the path to lower them.

Carbon Footprint Calculator. Estimates home carbon emissions and the path to lower them. It is a free interactive tool on Axiom Eco Homes that computes UK specific figures from the inputs you give it.Axiom Eco Homes — Carbon Footprint Calculator

Energy Bill Estimator (SoftwareProduct)

Estimates an annual energy bill from real usage figures.

Energy Bill Estimator. Estimates an annual energy bill from real usage figures. It is a free interactive tool on Axiom Eco Homes that computes UK specific figures from the inputs you give it.Axiom Eco Homes — Energy Bill Estimator