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As part of Muswell Hill Sustainability Group's GREEN OPEN HOMES season ...

A 1.5 hour evening of three talks followed by an open Q&A and refreshments, with a stellar line-up of industry experts:

David Farmer, research fellow at the University of Salford's groundbreaking Energy House Lab

Dermot Barnes, Level 5 Qualified Retrofit Coordinator

Stewart McIlroy, underfloor insulation installer

Heating makes up a substantial portion of out carbon footprint, and this evening will investigate why reducing energy used to heat your home is so important - particularly in period homes - and what measures make the most difference to our energy use. From heat pumps to wall insulation to draught-proofing, and all the affordable measures in between - find out how to Green Your Home, save on bills, and increase your comfort.

The evening will outline a fascinating overview and indispensable insights from the ongoing research resource, that is the Energy House lab

An introduction to the Energy House, and how you've used it.

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Dermot can then talk about the importance of a whole house plan, and larger fabric (insulation) measures.

Stuart can then talk about his agile approach, and cheaper measures."

THE PANEL ...

DAVID FARMER is a Research Fellow at the University of Salford where he manages the Salford Energy House (Energy House 1). He is an expert in the measurement of building fabric and heating system thermal performance. David has undertaken research on a wide range of housing types and heating systems in the new-build and retrofit sectors. He has designed and delivered complex research projects in the field and laboratory. Work detailing methodologies that he has developed for fabric and system performance measurement has been published in leading building performance evaluation journals.

DERMOT BARNES was a founding member of MHSG and sister organisation en10ergy, and had a central role in the team which made the applications to DECC, which allowed en10ergy to install their first two solar roofs in Muswell Hill. He also set up the Low Carbon Buying Group, helping local residents to buy energy saving solutions at reduced prices and is always happy to share his passion for all things Green.

STEWART MCILROY is the founder of The Underfloor Insulation Company, specialising in eco-underfloor insulation for period properties. He is also one of the hosts of the Muswell Hill Sustainability Group's Green Open Homes tours, and will be offering tours of his impressively energy efficient and sustainable Grosvenor Rd house through the booking pages at: https://wegottickets.com/MuswellHillSustainabilityGroup

LIVESTREAMS AND CATCH-UPS ...

All talks will also be live-streamed for those that can't attend, and archived on the Muswell Hill Sustainability Group You Tube channel after the event.

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