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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.
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UK EV Charging Infrastructure: Myths vs. Reality
“There’s nowhere to charge” is a common cry from the antiEV malcontents and, more sadly, those they seek to subvert. It’s one of the items of FUD on the playbook of misinformation. There’s an excellent article, Mapping, understanding and reducing belief in misinformation about electric vehicles, recently published in the peer reviewed journal Nature Energy…
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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…
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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.
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📆 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…
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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.
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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…
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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.
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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…
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