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Amid conversations and debates over the environmental credentials of woodburning stoves , our conversation with Andrew and Clair inevitably turns to sustainability . “ We ’ re very proactive in terms of technological advancements especially in regards to environmental legislation and policy ,” Clair states . “ We were already achieving and far exceeding the strict emission limits set out in the Environment Act 2021 , for example . While we design and develop most of our products in-house , our test laboratory facility allows us to put the product through a rigorous testing schedule , thus allowing us to make the necessary improvements to its efficiency before our products are sent to the notifying body for compliance testing in order for it to be placed on the market .”
Andrew agrees : “ This industry comes under a lot of scrutiny , particularly in the face of the heavily debated discussions revolving around the energy transition to hydrogen and other sustainable renewable fuels and the ever-increasing demand for environmentally friendly practices . Although all our products meet or in most cases exceed the set standards , we do not stand still . Instead , we are constantly working towards the next initiative , and when it comes to woodburning stoves , we are always striving to find new innovative ways in which we can actively reduce the emissions they produce as we continually improve on our existing commitment to reducing the effects of climate change .
However , Clair has a simple solution that could have a real positive impact on the environmental aspect of the woodburning stove market . “ It ’ s all about educating people ,” she states . “ Ensuring our products are ahead of our competitors is only one aspect , and
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