What are the benefits of using Renewable Energy?
Using Renewable Energy has plenty of benefits, all of which include social, economic and environmental reasons. What criteria must the energy source meet? Little to no social or environmental impact Help protect land, water and air Little to no carbon or greenhouse emissions Not put further generations at risk So with all this said, what […]
Continue Reading...Getting clients to go green – advice for Architects and Interior Designers
As a designer, you’ll know that the main part of any job is client satisfaction. Creating an environment that satisfies the needs and desires of the person you’re designing for is crucial to the success of the operation, and sometimes this means compromising on your own design choices. If, however, your heart is set on […]
Continue Reading...Interior advice for Underfloor Heating
Opting for Underfloor Heating is the smart way to utilise heat in your home, reduce energy bills and avoid unsightly radiators too. Not only is it a practical option, it also opens up plenty of aesthetic opportunities around your home by allowing you to choose a wider range of floor types. We’ve broken down our […]
Continue Reading...Top Ten New Year Eco Resolutions
New Year’s resolutions are usually little things we think we can do to make our lives a little better in the coming year. But rather than focussing on cutting out chocolate or spending time in front of the TV, why not look at eco resolutions? Resolving to improve your carbon footprint not only helps to […]
Continue Reading...Inspirational Eco Houses
Eco houses – the zeitgeist du jour! They are ultra-fashionable, environmentally conscious, and continuously cost-effective… it’s not hard to see why they’re so popular! We’ve gathered together some of our favourite eco houses for you to enjoy, so take a look and get inspired! Stuttgart Solar Home Designed by the forward-thinkers at Stuttgart University in […]
Continue Reading...A Guide to Heat in Your Household
As we all know, it’s the cost of heating that really makes the difference to household bills. As if Christmas doesn’t put enough strain on your home financially, the bitter sting of winter tempts you time and time again to put that thermostat up just a little more. The key to slashing these bills for […]
Continue Reading...Choosing The Right Renewable Energy
We are being told to cut carbon emissions to save money (and the planet) by using renewable energy sources, but with so many options available, and constantly changing technology – what is the best option for you? We take a look at the pros and cons of the most popular renewable energy options. Wind Turbines […]
Continue Reading...20 Ways To Make Your Home (and lives) More Energy Efficient
How to make your home more energy efficient It doesn’t take much to make a difference – you can reduce your impact on the planet by simply following these 20 steps towards eco-friendly living. Install cavity wall insulation If your house has cavity walls that are in good condition, adding insulation into the gap […]
Continue Reading...Terra Therma’s Winning Ways at Grand Design Live 2013
Both the winning Grand Design Best New House of the Year 2013 and the highly commended runner up featured an underfloor heating system designed and installed by Eco experts Terra Therma Limited in Essex. Terra Therma are extremely proud to be part of the highly skilled construction team that built the award winning Long Farm […]
Continue Reading...Eco experts are a hot topic at Grand Designs live
Grand Designs Live exhibitor Terra Therma is the South East’s leading provider of underfloor heating and renewable energy systems. Terra Therma has built a reputation for its experience and expertise in designing, installing and maintaining underfloor heating systems that provide luxurious warm floors to both domestic properties and large commercial installations, with perfect climate control […]
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