Consumer Information
The SIA offers a wealth of information for consumers that own or are looking to buy a stove. From understanding the benefits of choosing a modern stove to the importance of using dry wood. You’ll also find a guide to how best to light your stove and information on how to locate a trusted SIA Retail Group member.
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SIA response to Daily Telegraph article: Clean air needs better burning, not blanket bans
The Stove Industry Association responds to reports that the Mayor of London is seeking additional powers to restrict domestic solid fuel burning, calling for proportionate, evidence-based policy that recognises the difference between modern Ecodesign stoves and older, more polluting technologies.
Rising energy price cap highlights the value of household energy resilience
The October energy price cap increase highlights the continuing impact of volatile global energy markets on household bills. The SIA explains how modern wood burning stoves can help households manage heating costs while providing valuable energy resilience and flexibility.
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Modern wood burning stoves have a clear role to play in our low carbon future and can help reduce our reliance on fossil fuels
The UK government “sees biomass as a low-carbon fuel provided that it is produced from sustainable sources” (Source: National Audit Office) and the Scottish Government defines biomass combustion as producing “net zero carbon emissions at the point of use” (Source:New Build Heat Standard (amended) 2024: business and regulatory impact assessment (see Section 10 and 11).
A modern stove will use less than a third of the amount of wood fuel compared to an open fire to give the same amount of heat. Wood fuel is renewable and sustainable, and can be locally sourced, helping to further reduce the carbon intensity of home heating.
Choosing a modern Ecodesign stove, such as a clearSkies certified model, is a highly efficient, cost effective, low carbon and low particulate matter emission way to heat your home when used correctly.
The independent emissions and energy performance certification mark for solid fuel stoves and fireplaces.




