HYBRID ENERGY
L-R: Neil McCracken, Phoenix Energy; Denzil Cluff, Eco Erne; Dan Wilden, Alpha; Wayne Hutton, Tri-power; Matthew McGaffin, McGaffin Mechanical; and Josh Rowe, Refresh Solutions.
PHOENIX ENERGY IS SUPPORTING TRIALS, INCLUDING A PILOT BELFAST HOME, AIMING TO MEASURE THE EFFICIENCY AND ENERGY COST SAVINGS OF HYBRID GAS- AND-ELECTRIC SOLUTIONS… Showcasing a revolutionary development in home heating solutions
Phoenix Energy, alongside Refresh NI and manufacturer Alpha, hosted partners to an open house event in Belfast earlier this year to showcase the latest cutting- edge technology in home heating, a hybrid solution combining an electric heat pump and gas boiler. The event comes at a time when the
Northern Ireland energy industry is ramping up its exploration of solutions to achieve net zero, and decision makers are considering which technologies can best integrate with existing infrastructure and ultimately deliver low-cost, low-disruption measures for consumers. The Belfast home is part
of a wider trial that aims to measure the efficiency and energy cost savings of hybrid gas-and-electric solutions. Speaking at the event, Phoenix Energy CEO Kailash Chada outlined the significance of the integrated solution. “This is an exciting time for the energy industry,” said Kailash. “The hybrid
Alpha E-Tec hybrid heat pump - outside unit.
Josh Rowe, Technical Director at Refresh Solutions, demonstrated the control panel for the heating system.
Dan Wilden, Alpha.
“The event comes at a time when the Northern Ireland energy industry is ramping up its exploration of solutions to achieve net zero.”
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