Why Wood Heat

There are a number of benefits to using wood for heating which is why HWE are determined to ensure the growth of the sector.

For the Customer

  • Reduced heating bills
  • Reduced CO2 emissions - biomass delivers the biggest CO2 savings
  • Reduced exposure to fluctuating fossil fuel prices
  • Increased satisfaction from using a natural resource
  • Increased security of energy supply
  • Renewable heat can be "guaranteed" - minimises risk

For the Country

  • Adds value to our timber resource
  • Allows us to meet 2020 and 2050 CO2 reduction targets
  • Increases our security of energy supply
  • Creates employment throughout the supply chain