-
Energy Efficient Light Bulbs
Hi, Have recently gone green and fitted energy saving bulbs throughout my house with 2 exceptions: Kitchen Downlighter GU10 50 watt 220 V and 40 watt 220 V cooker hood bulbs(screw fit). I need to keep same light output and unit dimensions. Anybody any ideas of suitable replacements and likely cost?
-
Tips needed for recycling/reusing items/food
Hi I know about Freecycle and Gumtree, but are there other online places where I can offer and request items for recycling/exchange? I'm based in NE Derbs/Notts. Also, does anyone know more about requesting food from supermarkets etc that would be thrown out and could still be used if I collected it? Trying to help source…
-
Cool recycled handbag made from fruit juice cartons - £6.99
Wasn't really sure where to post this. I've been looking for some nice Christmas presents for my mum who would like to get into recycling/reusing things more and found this handbag on Nigel's Eco Store - http://www.nigelsecostore.com/acatalog/Recycled_Curvy_Handbag.html It's made from used juice cartons and I thought it…
-
Live Q&A with Energy Saving Trust - how to save money & energy! 2pm-3pm today 25 Oct!
If you've ever wanted to know how much you could save by insulating your home, wondered how you can tell if an appliance is energy efficient or not - or been keen to know more about how you can get paid for generating your own energy, then now's your chance! Today is the start of Energy Saving Week, which is run…
-
The Moneyless Society
Hi , I've just joined the Freeconomy Community and I'd really recommend joining - it is exactly your kind of thing! It basically helps you save money, learn new skills, reduce your carbon footprint, meet like-minded friends and get free help with stuff by enabling you to share skills, tools and spaces with people in the…
-
Recycling building site wood
I posted on the Wales forum but I thought this forum too would be interested: https://forums.moneysavingexpert.com/discussion/2813540 I found a wood recycle place and thought it was really useful for a number of reasons.
-
Linking different heating systems
I have a Parkray solid fuel/multi fuel central heating/domestic water heating system with solar powered domestic water system. The Parkray is only 2-3 years old and I have just spent money re-lining the chimney. Whilst I like this heating system, I recognize that as I am getting older, the manual effort makes it less…
-
Epse wallets ethics?
Hello all I wondered if any of you have come across espe wallets? They are a Canadian company who make vegan wallets. The thing is I can't find anything on the internet that explains their production techniques- I only buy things that are ethical to people eg fairtrade etc. I wondered if anyone knew where there things are…
-
Which one uses less energy or is it the same amount?
Hi all, Got a question for you, I hope its not too dumb but if it is feel free to laugh. As it coming into winter I'm looking at ways of reducing the electric bill in our house. Its a bit hard as I live with my parents so whereas I'm happy to unplug the kettle etc when its not in use my dad doesnt. Anyway, I was wondering…
-
Wind powered washing machine
Hi, I am a golfer and hit 150 balls most days on a fairly muddy practice field returning home with 150 dirty balls. Currently I wash them individually in the sink. I have a broken washing machine, front loader, which is in excellent mechanical condition. I have stripped out all the electrical components and would like to…
-
Radflex or Equivalent
I'm interested in peoples opinions on Radflex or similar products. These are the foil type backings you put behind radiators to prevent heat loss into the wall. Does anyone have it or an equivalent and is it worth the investment?
-
Is there a resting place for tired clothes?
I have quite a few items of clothing which are no longer fit to wear. They are no good for the charity shop or selling on ebay. So am wondering if anyone knows of a "bag 'o rags" recycling facility? I don't just want these items to end life in a landfill if they don't have too :)
-
Preserve razors and replacement blades where to buy?
Hello I am trying to find a Preserve razor and the replacement blades but everywhere I have tried to get these from either have either just the razor and not the blades or both but a high postage cost. I have been using Superdurgs hair removing cream as its BUAV approved but I always get in a mess with this plus despite…
-
Cool tv. Is there one?
Is there one which uses a lot less energy than the standard flatscreen tvs. 36" screen if possible
-
Solar PV - Inverter help needed please
Hi I'm due to have my Solar PV system installed in about 10 days time, I've just been advised that the Fronius IG30 inverter I was quoted for isn't available and they will be installing a Diehl 2100S inverter instead. It is a 2.2Kwp system that I'm having installed. Fronius is a brand I've sen recommended, on here and…
-
PV - to buy or not to buy?
I'm sure this onfo is buried away in some of the many threads on this board so apologies for asking again but I have some specific questions regarding PV that I would like answered. 1. Would I be eligible for the 'free installation' option as my roof does not face due south (SSW). We live in South Devon if that makes any…
-
Whos the best option for cheap energy?
Hi, I've just the forum today and was wondering what companys offer the best prices for your energy? To be honest I've lost track on what companys are out there due to being so many around.
-
Solar PV Calculations
I have a house with approx 16-18 sqm of roof, unshaded and south facing. All the 'free' solar companies seem to want a roof about twice the size so I'm considering paying 2 having a system installed. I assume it'd be viable as I have seen a number of PV arrays installed on houses round this way that are smaller than the…
-
electric cooker & solar energy
does anyone with an 'everhot' electric cooker have solar panels installled and operating? Is it successful?
-
VPhase VX1 - Voltage Optimisation, Electricity Saver
So I have seen this new product on the market its from a small new company. It seems to be a white box that is fitted by an electrician next to your home consumer box. What it does from what I can figure is flatten your voltage which can vary from 220v to 240v down to a flat 220V. By doing this they claim it will save…
