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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.
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A guide to solar roof tiles for your home in 2026 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 -
Is it worth getting double glazing? Double glazing can cut your energy bills by £140, shrink your carbon footprint, and make your home easier to sell – but is the cost worth it?Christopher McFadden -
The Warm Homes Plan and other government solar panel grants – 2026 The latest UK government solar panel grants can help pay for solar panels on your home.Maximilian Schwerdtfeger -
How much do double-glazed windows cost? How much do double glazed windows cost? Find out with our cost calculator and our complete guide to getting new windows for your home.Beth Howell -
Free windows and doors grant UK: what you can claim Which free windows and doors grant UK households can access? See the strict eligibility rules, the schemes that count, and how much you could save.Christopher McFadden -
Everything you need to know about the Warm Homes Plan The Government's new Warm Homes Plan will increase funding for schemes like the Boiler Upgrade Scheme and help 300,000 homes in the UK.Christopher McFadden -
Boiler Upgrade Scheme 2026: how to cut the cost of a heat pump by £9,000 You can get £7,500, or £9,000 if you use oil or LPG, off the cost of a new heat pump – but only if you're quick. Here's how to make it happen.Christopher McFadden -
Here’s everything you’ll ever need to know about the Great British Insulation Scheme Find out how the Great British Insulation Scheme can help you save on energy bills and improve your home's efficiency. Learn about eligibility, how to apply, and available grants.Christopher McFadden -
How much does it cost to insulate your loft? Think your home could do with an extra layer of insulation? A good place to start is the loft/roof – and here's how much it'll cost you.Robin Whitlock