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Zero food waste
Not matter how much I try we always seem to put food in the bin at the end of the week. Only plus is any rotten veg goes to compose Has managed to not waste food for a whole week if so what's your secret
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The Great British Spring Clean
This came through on one of my feeds this morning, I'm not sure if it should be here or on the charity board, I'll leave that for a bg to decide. "The Great British Spring Clean is a campaign with a simple aim: to bring people across the country together to clear up the litter that blights our towns, villages, countryside…
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Mastercard has launched a new 'sustainable' loyalty scheme
Hi all, in case you haven't seen this I thought I'd post it here. It would be interesting to see what you all think about it from an environmentally aware perspective... I've linked to the discussion on the credit cards board so you can click to the story and read other comments. New 'sustainable' loyalty scheme launched…
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Returning packaging to supermarkets.
I have tried searching this on here to no avail. Some people are saying that supermarkets have to take back plastic packaging to be recycled. My council (Bolton) cannot recycle most plastic packaging. Any thoughts?
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Waste disposals
Hi all, not sure if this is the right place to post this but thought I'd try. I am currently considering getting a waste disposal in my flat as 95% of my waste is food waste, which stinks up the kitchen bin if I don't empty it every few days, and wastes bin bags etc. The only food which goes in are peelings (minimal),…
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Starbucks to trial paper cup charge in central London stores
Hi folks Thought you might want to see this... https://forums.moneysavingexpert.com/discussion/comment/73666177#Comment_73666177
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Reusable Christmas wrap
Like the 5p on carriers is it time to do the same with Christmas wrapping paper Even in our house with just two adults can fill a bin bag with the stuff on Christmas Day Would it not be better to have reusable gift bags so next year send your gifts out in the bags you received this year or am I just a Grinch
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Old inverter broken; new quote any good?
Hello We had a solar pv system fitted six years ago and the inverter has just failed - a month after the ECIC warranty expired! Anyway, we've just been quoted £4900 to have a solar edge system retrofitted and was wondering if this was any good. We have a 3.76kWp system with 16 Solar BP3235N panels and a not working Aurora…
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Morrison data services want to check FIT meter
Hi guys Got a letter from Morissons to day who are asking to check my meter. They say it is a requirement and I am sure it is legit but wanted to check if anyone had them round Thank you
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PV installation advice in Essex
hi, I've made the decision to install solar panels as a long term investment and attempt to be a little greener and am looking for some advice. I have looked at the FAQ pages and a few other threads looking to tips and have learnt a few things but am looking to learn more! first things first the house details: roof…
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DIY powerwall
See a few stories about people building there own powerwall using reclaimed 18650 batteries Just wondering if anyone on here is doing it I've done some research pretty sure I have the required skills just need a cheap supply of old laptop batteries
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Technical question regarding inverters
I have 14 Enphase microinverters on the roof. If I isolate the solar system by turning the big switch where the solar cable entering the house connects to the distribution board, does that immediately switch off the microinverters? I am trying to identify possible causes of radio interference and want to eliminate the…
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well done the one show!
I'm all for renewables, recycling and reducing waste. Excellent article on the one show about keeping plastic out of the sea and reducing it's 'side effects'. . . . . HOW many plastic Christmas trees in the studio???????:eek::mad::(
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Electricity (grid) meter incorrect
Hi folks, I really seem to be having an issue with my grid meter. I ran some calculations on usage figures after 9 days of solar. I have my own loop energy monitor which I can compare figures against. My old (2011 installed) ace 1000 meter shows my usage has actually increased - despite me not being home most week and my…
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Halogen Candle Bulbs
The last of my pack of 4 bayonets has just gone. Meanwhile my "old" bulbs are still going strong. IMHO even though they use 28W as opposed to 40W, they are a very expensive replacement. Any suggestions for dimmable LED standard bayonets? Does the dimmer switch need replacing?
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Capping inverter to 3.68kw
Hi folks, I had a 5kw inverter installed last week. I don't have the approvals to feed in more than the 3.68 limit. My question is - how is the 'cap' put in place? I saw the guys installing the system - they took the inverter out the manufacturer's sealed box, mounted it, plugged in - and that's it. I didn't see anything…
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No disposable cup week
Like millions of people I'm a sucker for coffee on the go Last week I kept my cups in a separate bag was shocked at how much waste it was I've dug my reusable cup from Christmas out of the cupboard and plan to try and use it each time and will be taking a jar of favourite coffee to the office My preferred caffeine hit is…
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Solar Panel Quote
Thinking of Solar Panels, but need to hurry it along as we have scaffolding in place by builders and they're just finishing the job. Also tariff goes down end of December. Considering SP to offset electric usage, underfloor heating and such. How does this look? Total fit and supply charge (minus scaffolding) - £4,620.42 11…
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All solar, no wind?
We see really big wind turbines, and solar panels on roof tops, but not many small wind turbines for domestic use. Why is that? What are the output differences? I would love one fastened to the end of my outhouse.
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E.on - Changes to FIT T&C
Hi Has anyone else had the email from E.on about changes to the FIT T&C? I've tried to read them, I honestly have, but it's 8 pages of 'small print' type text, two columns per page. I've been fighting a streaming head cold and chest infection and, despite several attempts, just don't have the energy, concentration span or…
