Once you have worked out your energy needs, boiler
size, storage and wood fuel availability, and are aware of any
legal constraints, you can choose the most suitable type of
equipment to meet your needs.
Always take expert advice when choosing your wood fuel heating
system. You may want to talk to an energy services company
(ESCo) who will design, install and maintain your wood
fuel boiler system, as well as supplying heat.
We have produced a number of case studies which
will show you examples of heating systems for a range of
situations.
Equipment for wood fuel heating systems
We have also produced an outline of available technologies to
give you an idea of what equipment is needed, ranging from domestic
to large scale commercial applications:
You may also need a back-up system (e.g. the existing oil/gas
boiler) and a top-up system for peak load times (e.g. the existing
oil/gas boiler, or a renewable source such as solar water
heater).
Further information
Here are some guidance documents and articles to help you choose
your system: