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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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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 -
The complete guide to solar panels for your home Here’s everything you need to know about getting solar panels for your home, from what they are to whether they’re a good idea for you.Christopher McFadden -
The complete guide to solar panel maintenance Solar panels are a significant capital expense so it makes sense to keep them in tip top condition before something goes wrong.Beth Howell -
What is a ‘green deal’? A 'green deal' can sound like a buzz phrase, but it can also show how a country or group region is pushing sustainability.Christopher McFadden -
Surge in global solar capacity exceeds industry expectations The latest statistics for global installed solar capacity is in, and it makes for very interesting reading.Christopher McFadden -
The pros and cons of solar panels Thinking of getting solar panels? Check out our guide to the key pros and cons of solar panels (including energy bill savings) and compare quotes today.Beth Howell -
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 -
Eight renewable energy ideas for your home From solar panels to micro-combined heat and power, here are eight ideas to take advantage of renewable energy at home.Christopher McFadden -
What’s the maximum number of solar panels you can have in the UK? We explain the legal limits on how many panels you can get, the size of your solar panel system, and drawbacks of buying a large solar array.Josh Jackman