Energy Unwrapped with Mick Wall

Mick Wall
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Independent views and explanations on energy and renewables. Most episodes are conversations with guests from across the sector, alongside occasional solo deep dives into heat pumps, tariffs, data and real-world performance. Hosted by Energy Stats UK creator Mick Wall, focused on getting energy right without hype or commercial agendas. Website: https://energy-stats.uk Video: https://www.youtube.com/@MickWall

Episodes

  1. 11H AGO

    Octopus Agile & Heat Pump Costs | Phil Steele (Octopus Energy)

    In Episode 3 of the Energy Unwrapped Podcast, Mick Wall visits Octopus Energy to speak with Phil Steele about Octopus Agile, Intelligent Octopus Go, the Octopus API, and what really happens when you electrify your home. They cover the origins of Energy Stats UK, smart tariffs, solar, batteries, EV charging with Zappi, installing a Vaillant aroTHERM heat pump, accurate COP monitoring with OpenEnergyMonitor, and why time-of-use tariffs can matter more than chasing small efficiency gains. Visit my Energy Stats UK website for a range of offers and different ways to support: https://energy-stats.uk/support-the-site/ If you're thinking of switching energy supplier to Octopus Energy, use my referral code here and we'll both get a £50 credit to our accounts! https://mickwall.octopus.energy/ Feel free to buy me a coffee :-) http://buymeacoffee.com/SVHgIbUYM

    31 min

  2. FEB 12

    Is Solar Worth it in the UK? with Gary Does Solar

    In this episode of Energy Unwrapped, Mick Wall interviews Gary Does Solar, who shares his unexpected journey into the world of solar energy. They discuss the challenges and considerations of installing solar panels, the evolution of solar technology, and the impact of rising energy prices on consumer decisions. Gary emphasizes the importance of thorough research and choosing the right installer, while also addressing the financial aspects of solar energy in the UK. The conversation highlights the potential for solar energy to save money and contribute to environmental sustainability, as well as the future innovations in the solar industry. Gary's YouTube Channel:  @GaryDoesSolar  Gary's Installer Directory: https://getreadyfor.solar/ Energy Stats website: https://energy-stats.uk

    1h 5m

  3. FEB 9

    Welcome to the show

    Episode 1 is a short introduction to the Energy Unwrapped Podcast and the person behind it, Mick Wall from Energy Stats UK (http://energy-stats.uk). Mick shares how his renewable journey started with solar in 2018 and gradually grew to include batteries, an EV, smart hot water, and a Vaillant aroTHERM heat pump, leading to a fully electric 1930s semi in Sheffield. He explains how the Energy Stats UK website began as a way to track Octopus Energy tariff pricing through the API, before growing into a mix of real world data, guides, and deep dives into heat pumps and home energy. The episode also sets the direction for the podcast itself. After appearing on many shows as a guest, Mick wants to turn things around and start asking the questions, speaking with others about their own setups, experiences, and views on low carbon tech. This first recording is a simple introduction, a bit rough around the edges by his own admission, and an open invitation for listeners to suggest future guests and topics as the podcast finds its rhythm.

    5 min
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Independent views and explanations on energy and renewables. Most episodes are conversations with guests from across the sector, alongside occasional solo deep dives into heat pumps, tariffs, data and real-world performance. Hosted by Energy Stats UK creator Mick Wall, focused on getting energy right without hype or commercial agendas. Website: https://energy-stats.uk Video: https://www.youtube.com/@MickWall

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