Renewable Energy

Free cooling can assist in cooling water which is subsequently used in industrial processes or air-conditioning systems. It is an economical system which can help reduce costs and energy uses. Free cooling uses low outside temperatures to chill the water and can replace mechanical refrigeration...

Micro-hydro (or hydropower installation) is a good example of small-scale renewable energy that can help to save energy. It exploits water flows through a turbine to drive a generator and produce electricity. Installed on a small river or stream, it can produce enough electricity for an industrial...

The solar thermal identity… or should that be supremacy? Solar thermal (also called solar heating collector) is a mature renewable energy technology. Solar collectors have recently been used not only for the preparation of hot water and pool water, but also for heating objects and devices. It can...

Wind energy is a good example of how small-scale renewables can work. The electricity generated can cover part of the electricity needs of building(s). This potential varies depending on several factors, which specialists can help to identify. A good place to start is to check the long-term annual...

Photovoltaic (PV) cells are a good example of small-scale renewables. PV modules are panels that convert sunlight into DC electricity, and then into AC electricity. PV modules are reliable and require low maintenance. This technology works well, ideally free from shade, covering electricity needs...

On the farm 10 000 litre rainwater tanks capture fresh water Wastewater measures, UV water treatment and filtration systems in place Total cost savings up up to 50 % ​Broughgammon is family-owned goat farm in Northern Ireland and winner of the 2014 UK Water Efficiency Award. Measures introduced on...

Biomass heating is a proven technology which most commonly uses virgin wood, certain energy crops, industrial wood residues and certain agricultural residues to produce heat. Biomass is considered a low-carbon technology if the feed material is derived from sustainable sources. Significant carbon...

Biomass as a source of renewable energy is used for a variety of applications including combined heat and power (CHP) or biofuels production. Many companies have already switched from fossil fuels to biomass, but there is more potential for growth. Among conditions to introducing biomass for heat...

Renewable resources for heat generation are cheaper, more secure and better for the environment. The costs associated with the technology depend on the size and type of the installation. Harvesting geothermal energy for heating needs means increased autonomy (geothermal is effectively inexhaustible)...

Most industry-grade process heating systems are based on steam or hot water from boilers that today mainly burn fossil fuels like oil, gas and coal, or electricity generated by different sources. Solar process heating systems can supply up to 20-30 % of the heating demands of an average plant. This...

The beauty of solar power is... All kinds of businesses, large and small, can make the transition to renewable energy Financing schemes, such as EEF, can help with sustainability projects like this solar installation The British luxury hair and beauty business, Jo and Cass, has four salons. Due to...

Using renewable resources for heat generation is good for your organisation’s balance sheet and for the environment. Tapping into renewable sources to heat your buildings means a lifetime of lower energy costs and typically a fairly fast return on the initial investment. It also means an independent...