Bio Mass Stoves .
How does it work?
Bio mass can be considered to be a relatively green option, especially in comparison with coal, oil or gas heating and where power stations are powered by fossil fuels.
As the plants that are used to form bio mass take out as much carbon dioxide from the atmosphere as they release during burning, bio mass is carbon neutral. Each unit of mass burnt is - hopefully - replaced by new plants to counter the carbon being released.
Fossil fuels release carbon dioxide into the atmosphere from oils, coals etc that have lain dormant for millions of years and they do so far faster than it took to form.
What will it cost?
For a domestic system for a typical detached house with annual heating requirements of 25,000kWh. The cost to install will be around £2,400 and £2,600.
Grant savings.
Grant savings. A maximum of £600 or 20% of the relevant eligible costs, whichever is the lowest.
Please note:
There is currently a £2,500 grant cap per household for micro-generation, solar heating and other technologies. You may apply for grant towards more than one technology, subject to the maximum overall of £2,500.
What do I need?
In addition, before receiving a grant you are required to:
a) insulate the whole of the loft of the property to meet current building
regulations e.g. 270mm of mineral wool loft insulation or suitable alternative;
b) install cavity wall insulation (if you have cavity walls);
c) fit low energy light bulbs in all appropriate light fittings;
d) install controls for your heating system to include a room thermostat
and a programmer or timer.
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