Graham Hilton, Managing Director at the Energy Crops Company explains: “Global warming attracts a lot of attention from protesters and pundits alike, and most of us know that using renewable energy can make important reductions in carbon emissions. But making the choice about which renewable energy to use, and finding out what it involves and what the benefits will be can be very difficult.

 

“Our design guide has been put together to make that choice easier. Wood pellet heating is the most economically sound, reliable and effective way of cutting carbon emissions and securing long-term, stable fuel supply – as Exeter City Council and Nottingham’s LEA, among others, have discovered. This guide is designed to answer all the logistical and practical questions about using wood pellet heating systems, giving decision-makers the details they need to make informed choices.”

 

The design guide is intended to be used by any organisation that is considering incorporating renewable fuels in their energy mix. It covers the specifics of installing wood pellet boilers in new builds, as well as the conversion of existing central heating systems, and offers practical advice on system design, equipment and maintenance. 

 

As well as outlining the benefits of using wood pellet heating systems in terms of both cutting costs and carbon emissions, the design guide provides a detailed overview of all the pertinent planning regulations, as well as the building and clean air regulations, and offers information on any financial grants and tax exemptions that apply.

 

The guide also includes detailed information about requirements for fuel delivery, handling, storage and access, so that these can be incorporated into building design.