OUR COMMITMENT TO SUSTAINABILITY

We've looked in depth at how we might support the change in energy use that has come with the green economy in the UK. We supply heating and cooking products that use electricity, wood, and gas, and we have introduced products and systems which have already reduced running costs – where that has been technically possible.

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Not only that, but the materials we use to hand-make our sustainable kitchens are natural and eco-friendly. Our doors and carcasses are made from a range of secret ingredients, but include renewable materials. Our unique waterproof coatings are water-based. The lightweight nature of manufacture – compared to traditional methods, ensures shipping uses less carbon.

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So, here's the lowdown:

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NATURAL GAS

Today, natural gas allows billions of people worldwide to enjoy access to lower carbon heat and power. And, as the world works towards net zero emissions, we think that natural gas and hydrogen will play an important role in getting us all there. Our gas-powered fireplaces are already hydrogen-ready.

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Natural gas has far lower emissions than wood when burnt for heat or cooking and is a much cleaner way of generating electricity. Switching from coal to gas has cut more than 500 million tonnes* of CO2 from the power sector this decade alone.

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And, as electricity production increasingly switches to renewable energy sources, gas with hydrogen can be a flexible partner to wind and solar, providing quick and reliable back-up power whatever the weather. Gas plus renewables has helped the UK to lower emissions to levels last seen in the 19th century.

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LPG

All of our gas products will operate on BioLPG. It’s renewable. It’s sustainable. It's made from a blend of waste, residues, and sustainably sourced materials and is a great step in the green direction.

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BioLPG is chemically identical to LPG and is compatible with all our gas-fired products, but this gas has a greener twist. BioLPG has absolutely no compromise on performance, so it's as energy-efficient as natural gas or conventional LPG, whilst supporting us all to achieve a greener tomorrow.

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With BioLPG, we can all do our bit for the environment, whilst we provide a reliable and sustainable heat source. One step at a time, and with your help, we’ll reduce carbon emissions together.

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ELECTRICITY

Electric fireplaces are fast becoming as realistic as woodburners or gas fireplaces in terms of appearance, offering consumers a genuine choice of energy expenditure and the use of LEDs for decorative purposes has reduced consumption.

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NOW WHAT ABOUT OUR OWN MANUFACTURING BUSINESS?

Some small components are still made overseas, but where we can we source mainly within Europe to reduce travelling distances.

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Sustainability is now at the heart of every new product development.

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We have minimized business travel – for example site visits – by the use of online conferences, digital information, and digitized processes wherever possible.

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We always try to procure sustainably sourced components first and also minimize packaging wherever possible, in line with our business needs.

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If we have to print anything at all, it is always as minimal as possible, having implemented digitized processing throughout the business and the use of email correspondence in place of Royal Mail.

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We have no additional heating in our business space, relying on our own products to do the work – and no air conditioning. We use energy-efficient LED lighting and have incorporated control by smartphone/tablet app or home automation.

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Waste management can be a challenge for small businesses. We have engaged with suppliers to maximize the efficient use and disposal of waste materials such as packaging, and we don't print brochures or price lists anymore.

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Clearly, it mustn't stop there and we continually review new developments to ascertain if we can usefully implement them.