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Christopher McFadden

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.

What are bifacial solar panels? Bifacial solar panels are relatively uncommon in the UK, but they offer significant benefits over conventional PV panels.

Christopher McFadden 15 May 2025
Solar panel subsidies and government grants in Ireland Find out about the grants you can get to install solar panels for your home through the Sustainability Energy Authority of Ireland (SEAI).

Christopher McFadden 14 May 2025
The Complete Guide to Solar Ovens Solar ovens allow you to cook food using the power of the sun. We'll explain how they work and how to use them in this article.

Tatiana Lebreton 14 May 2025
Best new solar technology on the market 2025 Wondering what solar technology has to offer? We've covered all the latest amazing solar advances, from clothes to airplanes.

Tamara Birch 9 May 2025
High temperature heat pumps: a complete guide High temperature heat pumps deliver very hot water and a consistently warm home - even if you aren't insulated. Here's how they do it

Jane Hoskyn 7 May 2025
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 28 April 2025
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 24 April 2025
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 23 April 2025
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 23 April 2025