Sustainable Ferriby

Category: Sustainability

  • 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.

  • 📆 Reflecting on Sustainable Ferriby 2025: A community event for change

    📆 Reflecting on Sustainable Ferriby 2025: A community event for change

    Yesterday’s Sustainable Ferriby 2025 event lived up to expectations, bringing together local residents, sustainability advocates, and even visitors from as far as Northumberland. The turnout was fantastic, and the discussions were insightful, reinforcing the importance of community-driven sustainability efforts. The core theme of the event was around optimism for sustainability, with celebration of how far…

  • Walk, cycle or drive – carbon emission choices

    Walk, cycle or drive – carbon emission choices

    It’s revealing to compare the carbon emissions of EVs, walking, cycling, and horse riding. The results are surprising, except when compared with fossil fuel vehicles.

  • Public transport vs EV. Which should you use?

    Public transport vs EV. Which should you use?

    We are told to use public transport rather than drive; it’s better for the environment and road congestion. But what if you drive an EV. We look at the data.

  • Choosing the right tariff

    Choosing the right tariff

    Shifting to sustainable energy solutions like heat pumps, battery storage, and solar panels can significantly reduce household emissions. Choosing the right energy tariff is essential for maximizing savings and sustainability. The article reviews effective tariffs for energy-efficient homes and offers insights on optimizing energy usage to combat climate change effectively. This article helps you make…

  • How Lifestyle Choices Shape Carbon Footprint: The Biggest Ways to Cut Emissions

    How Lifestyle Choices Shape Carbon Footprint: The Biggest Ways to Cut Emissions

    Reducing greenhouse gas emissions is one of the most effective ways individuals can combat climate change. While governments and industries play a massive role in shaping policies and technologies, personal choices matter too. From diet and transport to home heating and even family planning, our daily decisions have a direct impact on our carbon footprint.…

  • Funding your sustainability journey

    Funding your sustainability journey

    Investing in green home improvements can be financially rewarding, with quick payback periods and potential home value boosts of up to 14%. Solar PV installations can yield significant savings and income over time. Many mortgage lenders offer cashback incentives.

  • Sustainable Ferriby 2025

    Sustainable Ferriby 2025

    SUSTAINABLE FERRIBY 2025 is a community workshop on sustainable homes and how to lower your energy costs and carbon footprint. Presentations, Q&A discussions, and panel sessions on topics such as solar and batteries, electric vehicles, heat pumps, and energy reduction.

  • Better and better – Exploring the 2030’s EV

    Better and better – Exploring the 2030’s EV

    The UK is transitioning to electric vehicles (EVs). By 2030, new internal combustion engine cars will be banned. By then EVs will offer even longer ranges, lower price, and remarkable lifespans. Find out more…