Tools
Calculating the relevant financial, carbon or energy savings from installing renewable energy technologies can be a complicated process. It is not always appropriate just to rely on installers or suppliers estimates
The tools below are useful for anyone who is looking at installing a renewable energy source.
If you carrying out a financial analysis it is recommended that you take the time to click on the ‘adjust fuel prices’ option within these calculators and input the latest information from our ‘energy costs comparison’ page to make sure your results are accurate
If you are a developer looking to generate evidence for your planning application; you will need to print off the results page for each separate unit you intend to install and send these in with your energy statement.
Calculators with this icon are more suited for domestic users
Calculators with this icon are more suited for developers
Aimed at householders to help in calculating annual heating bills and carbon emissions; this tool, along with NEPs energy cost comparison data, helps comparing the savings from switching to different fuel types.
Aimed at those considering installing a small (upto 250kW) named brand wind turbine either roof mounted or freestanding; this tool will help you calculate carbon and energy savings from wind power at your chosen location
Solar HotWater Budget Calculator
Aimed at households considering installing a domestic solar water; this tool will help you calculate carbon, energy and financial savings from solar water heating at your chosen location
Solar Electricity Budget Calculator
Aimed at households considering installing a solar electric (PV) system; this tool will help you calculate carbon, energy and financial savings from PVs at your chosen location
SAP 2005 Solar Thermal Calculator
Aimed at developers this tool helps you calculate the economic and carbon savings achievable through installing named brands of solar water heating technology.
Aimed at developers this tool helps you calculate the economic and carbon savings achievable through installing named brands of solar electric (PV) panel.