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    • Steve Holliday, chief executive of National Grid told the Times newspaper that Britain could face regular blackouts within seven years if the Government does not intervene to prevent an energy gap that will be created by future power station closures. The warning came after Ofgem, the energy industry regulator, said it was to consider fresh incentives to encourage the development of renewable energy schemes in Britain.
Worried about planning permission?

Residential - From the 6th April 2008 homeowners will be able to install Solar Panels on their property without the need for planning permission as long as the following is adhered to:-

1) Roof mounted panels must not protude more than 200mm from the roof slope
2) Freestanding panels must not exceed 4 meters above ground level

See here for more details.

Commercial - In most cases this is yes however, a phone call to your local planning department will confirm the exact requirements. We can provide this as a service if required.

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The We Support Solar Campaign

We are backing the We Support Solar campaign who are working to highlight the value of solar PV in the UK and to ensure the Government sets an appropriate rate for the solar Feed-in Tariff to ensure a clean, renewable future for generations to come.

The Renewable Energy Assurance Scheme
We are members of the Renewable Energy Assurance Scheme (REAL) and abide by the high standards set out in their code of practice


The Greater manchester Chamber of Commerce

We are members of the Greater Manchester Chamber of Commerce who actively promote and support North West Businesses.

Welcome to Sky Flair.

Sky Flair is a family run company who utilise renewable and sustainable sources to provide our customers with effective but affordable heating, electricity and rainwater solutions in an ethical manner.

Retail Customers:- Have a browse around and feel free to give us a call if you want any further information. We don't do hard sell and our free, no obligation quotes are literally that. For installations will need to visit your property to understand your requirements and confirm suitable locations for things like solar panels and associated components however this will normally only take between 30 to 45 minutes. You will then receive a quote via post or email within 1 -2 days.

Trade Customers:- Please contact us to discuss your requirements.

Remember every kWh produced by renewable energy will save 1kWh of fossil fuels, and 0.5kg of CO2 emission.

Solar Hot Water

A 20 tube evacuated tube panelYou will often find companies who sell Flat Plate panels deriding Evacuated Tube panels and vice versa. Well both have advantages and disadvantages and as we sell both we can offer the best solution for your circumstances

 

A Flat Plate CollectorGenerally Evacuated Tube panels are more suited to our UK climate and will provide more hot water per m2 than flat plate panels however some people dont like their asthetics or are restricted in what they can install (i.e. listed building or are in a conservation area) when flat plate panels are ideal. We will provide you with the best solution for your requirements.

SchücoWe are proud to be partnered with Schüco in supplying and installing their complete range of Flat Plate and solar hot water products.

 

Solar Electricity (Photovoltaics)

A PV PanelSolar Photovoltaic panels (or PV for short) convert sunlight directly into electricity without any need for moving parts and produces no noise or emissions.

We are proud to be partnered with Schüco in supplying and installing their complete range of Solar PV products. Schüco

 

 

Wind Turbines

A 1kW HAWT wind turbineWind turbines come in 2 basic types - Horizontal Axis (HAWT) and Vertical Axis (VAWT).

A VAWT wind turbineThe HAWT (left) is probably the most recognisable as being the type used in wind farms usually having 3 blades. VAWTs (right) on the other hand are more varied in their styles. Have a look at wind turbines for more details of their individual characteristics.

 

Rainwater Harvesting

A 3500 litre rainwater harvesting tankDid you know that about 50% of your water needs do not need to be of drinking water quality (also referred to as Potable water)? Have a look at the table below to see what you can use rainwater for.

Capturing the water that falls on your roof can be as simple as adding water butts to your down-pipe to underground tanks which hold enough water to supply WC's and washing machines.

 

Typical Water Consumption
Potable (Mains supplied) Non-Potable (Rainwater supplied)
Personal Washing (baths/showers etc) - 38% WC Flushing - 33%
Washing Up (including dishwashers) - 7% Laundry (including washing machines) - 13%
Drinking Water - 2% Car Washing & Garden Watering - 7%

 

Underfloor Heating

Underfloor heating is an extremely efficient way of heating your home. Heat is radiated evenly across the whole floor and provides warmth from the floor up as opposed to traditional central heating which heats a room using convection and effectively provides heat from the top down. An added, and subtle, benefit is that it is invisible - no bulky radiator and pipes to site or design your room around!

Underfloor heating Radiation diagramTraditional Radiator Convection diagram

Your body is most comfortable when your feet are warmer than your head so underfloor heating provides the most comfortable heating solution.

Stoves

The pellets these stoves burn are made from 100% left over wood (i.e. sawdust) compressed so that they hold together by the natural moisture in the wood. They burn extremely cleanly so you can use them in 'smoke free' areas and combust so completely that virtually no ash is left.

A Cola pellet stove

If that wasn't good enough the burning of these pellets only releases the same amount of CO2 that they previously took in when in the tree so they are completely carbon neutral.

We also offer a range of Wood Burning room heaters and stoves.

Link to Anselmo ColaWe are proud to partner Italian firm Anselmo Cola and supply and install their complete range of Pellet and Wood burning stoves.

 

 

DIY Systems

We are putting together Solar Hot Water and Solar PV packages that can be installed by compitent DIYers.