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Christopher McFadden
Christopher is an Environment, Health & Safety (EHS) specialist with extensive experience advising consumer and trade clients on energy efficiency and sustainability.
With a Master’s in Earth Sciences from Cardiff University, Christopher has attained professional energy and sustainability auditing qualifications and various postgraduate certificates and diplomas. He is a qualified and accredited Level 3 and Level 4 non-domestic and domestic energy assessor, a Green Deal assessor, and a Practitioner member of the Institute of Environmental Management and Assessment (IEMA). He also recently qualified as a level 5 Retrofit coordinator.
In addition to his day job, Christopher has also honed his skills as a STEM writer for several well-known online publishers, sharing his knowledge and passion for science, engineering, and dinosaurs with millions of readers around the world.
- A guide to solar roof tiles for your home Solar tiles are typically at least twice as expensive as solar panels. We'll help you work out if they're worth it for your home.Christopher McFadden
- The complete guide to solar panel pergolas Thinking of getting a solar panel pergola? Also called a solar pergola, these structures are a space efficient way to generate solar energy from your garden.Maximilian Schwerdtfeger
- How to get government grants and funding for solar panels The latest UK government grants and funding schemes to help pay for solar panels on your home - start saving on your energy bills todayTamara Birch
- Are solar panels worth it in Ireland? Getting solar panels will typically save you €415 per year, allowing you to break even in just eight years. Here's what you need to know.Josh Jackman
- How many solar panels do I need for my home? Solar panels can cut your bills, reduce your emissions, and protect you from energy price rises. We'll help you work out how many you need.Christopher McFadden
- The complete guide to ground-mounted solar panels If you have the space, ground-mounted solar panels can be very efficient. However, they require a lot of space to install and can be very expensive.Christopher McFadden
- Solar panel financing: How to finance your solar panel installation If you aren’t eligible for government grants, consider looking into a loan or solar finance. But remember, this isn’t an option for everyone.Tamara Birch
- How much power do solar panels provide in the UK? Use our free online solar panel output calculator to see how much electricity you could produce each year with a solar panel system.Christopher McFadden
- Conservatory repairs: A guide Has your conservatory seen better days? read this guide on conservatory repairs to see how you can to keep it in tip top condition.Christopher McFadden