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Major energy projects of higher costs should be considered and carried out via a qualified professional who’ll be able to offer guidance to make sure you find a great-value solution suited to your club’s needs.

Heating

Alternative heating systems that use renewable energy – like air source heat pumps, biomass boilers and solar water heating – are increasingly popular.

Which system is better suited to your club largely depends on your budget, existing system, your building structure and how much indoor and outdoor space you have. The right solution could significantly lower your energy bills – and your club’s carbon footprint.

Suppliers like E.ON Next offer a range of energy-efficient tech like heat pumps with tariffs that come with 100% renewable electricity.

Building upgrades

Efficient glazing

Single-pane windows are notorious for letting heat escape. Upgrading glass in single-glazed windows is a great way to improve insulation, keeping your club cosier for less.

Look into wall insulation

Depending on the age of your building, you could install cavity wall insulation to enhance heat retention, keeping your club cosier in winter and cooler in summer.

You can check your wall type to discover if your building is eligible:

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If your building has cavity walls, the bricks will usually have an even pattern with all the bricks laid lengthways
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If your brickwork has been covered, measure the width of your walls around doors and windows – if they’re more than 260mm thick then they probably have a cavity.

If your building has a different type of wall structure all together, you’ll need to ask a specialist insulation installer to advise you.