Sustainable Ferriby

Category: NetZero

  • Sustainable Ferriby 2026 — Back to School!

    Sustainable Ferriby 2026 — Back to School!

    This year’s Sustainable energy and home improvement event is scheduled for 2nd May 2026 at North Ferriby Primary School. Details and sign up here.

  • Modern Wind Turbines; a carbon story

    Modern Wind Turbines; a carbon story

    Wind turbines play a pivotal role in clean energy transition. However there are those that suggest they create more carbon and consume more energy than they release. The numbers tell a different story

  • The Psychology of Denial

    The Psychology of Denial

    Opposing a bad idea is reasonable, denying readily provable facts is something else entirely. What makes a small proportion of people stridently deny climate change? We look at the psychology that drives them.

  • Land Use: Golf Courses vs Renewable Energy Sources

    Land Use: Golf Courses vs Renewable Energy Sources

    This short article contrasts the environmental impacts of golf courses and renewable energy farms. You might be surprised which have higher land use and greater ongoing environmental footprint.

  • CO₂ and Climate Change

    CO₂ and Climate Change

    The evidence confirms that human-emitted carbon dioxide (CO₂) is the primary cause of recent climate change, leading to a significant rise in global temperatures. This article summarises the evidence and debunks the naysayers’ misinformation

  • Dunkelflaute: Overcoming Renewable Energy Challenges

    Dunkelflaute: Overcoming Renewable Energy Challenges

    The transition to renewable energy in the UK necessitates understanding periods of low generation, known as Dunkelflaute. While relying on renewables reduces costs and emissions, adequate backup through a mix of gas, nuclear, storage, and Demand-Side Management (DSM) remains essential. Innovations in storage technology and capacity management will support a reliable, low-carbon grid.

  • Top Climate Change Myths and the Facts That Debunk Them

    Top Climate Change Myths and the Facts That Debunk Them

    Climate change misinformation is everywhere. What we need is a quick, easy to understand, truth based response to the lies. here it is.

  • Reduce Your Carbon Footprint with These Easy Home Hacks

    Reduce Your Carbon Footprint with These Easy Home Hacks

    No-Regret Actions for UK Homeowners to Reduce Carbon Footprint and Save Money In today’s world, reducing our carbon footprint is more important than ever. With climate change impacting our planet, it’s crucial that we all take steps to minimise our environmental impact. On the other hand… Making major lifestyle changes and substantial sustainable technology investments…

  • Aesthetic Alternatives: Solar Tiles vs In-Roof Panels

    Aesthetic Alternatives: Solar Tiles vs In-Roof Panels

    Modern solar panels appeal due to their aesthetics and efficiency, but concerns arise regarding their appearance on heritage buildings. In-roof and solar tiles provide alternatives, yet they often come with higher costs and limited options compared to traditional on-roof systems.