Glasgow Turns to Electric Wallpaper Heating to Address Energy Efficiency and Pollution Issues
Leaders in Glasgow are tackling the challenge of aging and poorly insulated homes in the city by installing a new electric wallpaper heating system in 12 tenement buildings built before 1919. These homes, like many in Scotland, require extra energy to stay warm and contribute to pollution due to the use of gas-powered heating systems.
The revolutionary electric wallpaper system, developed by NextGen Heating, uses copper strips and graphene or carbon to provide quick and efficient warmth while potentially improving air quality and reducing mold and mildew. The trial is a collaboration between the University of Glasgow, University of Strathclyde, West of Scotland Housing Association, and the Glasgow City Council.
The initiative aims to align with the Scottish New Build Heat Standard, which promotes eco-friendly heating in new buildings. With heating buildings contributing to over 36% of the UK’s air pollution, electric wallpaper technology could help reduce emissions significantly.
Positive feedback from tenants where the technology has been installed suggests a promising future for electric wallpaper heating in Scotland. With around 70,000 tenement apartments in Glasgow, there is substantial potential for further implementation of the system to address energy costs and emissions issues in the city.
Councillor Ruairi Kelly emphasized the importance of innovative pilot projects like this in finding solutions to energy efficiency and pollution challenges in Glasgow’s homes. As the technology proves its effectiveness, it could pave the way for a cleaner and more sustainable future in the city and beyond.
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