Sustainable Ferriby

Category: Sustainability

  • Understanding costs and benefits – turning things off

    Understanding costs and benefits – turning things off

    How much does it actually cost to leave lights etc. in all the time? The answer might surprise you.

  • Understanding costs and benefits – solar panels

    Understanding costs and benefits – solar panels

    Solar panels can quickly for themselves, depending on various factors like cost, electricity generation, usage, and electricity prices. A 4kW solar panel system can cover more than an average household’s needs, but usage patterns and energy export to the grid complicate matters; nevertheless, a 7 year payback and £2400 saving over 10 years isn’t unreasonable.

  • Should I take a loan to pay for a battery?

    Should I take a loan to pay for a battery?

    Investing in a solar battery for your home can lead to significant long-term savings. With an average annual saving of £700, the upfront cost of around £5,000 is quickly recouped. After repaying the loan, ongoing savings and potential VAT benefits make it a wise investment, offering a projected gain of £2,000 by year 10.

  • Reducing your home’s energy debt

    Reducing your home’s energy debt

    The cheapest energy is are the Watts you don’t buy. This article explores practical energy reduction and avoidance at home.

  • Understanding costs and benefits –Electric vehicles

    Understanding costs and benefits –Electric vehicles

    Currently, there aren’t many low cost EVs. It’s not that EVs are expensive, just that most are high-end vehicles. This blog explores whether the running cost savings of EVs can offset the extra cost of purchase.

  • Solar PV in the UK

    Solar PV in the UK

    In 2023, the UK saw a surge in rooftop solar photovoltaic (PV) installations, reaching a record 189,826 registered installations. The country is set to add 1.7 GWp-dc of new solar PV capacity, propelling it toward becoming a multi-gigawatt market in the coming years.