A Welsh solar farm has recently been exceeding expectations in powering a Swansea hospital. Brynwhilach is owned by the local health board and has generated enough over a 50-hour period to fulfil all of the energy needs of Morriston hospital. But how? About Brynwhilach This installation is the first solar farm owned by a health […]
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Every day the activities we engage in release harmful emissions into the atmosphere. Although we might not clearly see the consequences, doing so has a negative impact on our health and reduces our quality of life. By saving energy, we can lower our emissions and create a healthier environment for us and for future generations.
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The UK arable sector is a key component of the UK economy. Whether it is producing the grain needed for creating the wonderful spectrum of British food and drink products, painting the countryside in a patchwork of different crops, or even just contributing to the stunning iconic British countryside – the UK arable sector is
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There are not many jobs as difficult as farming. The long hours completing back breaking work will have to be completed in sun, rain, or hail. There are very, very few days off for UK farmers. The long days of hard work take their toll, according to a new Farmers Weekly study. UK farmers are
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Across the UK, farm businesses are feeling pressure to become more energy efficient. Dairy farmers are no exception to this rule – milk cooling, water heating, and vacuum pumps amount to some serious energy use. However, it is these areas that offer scope for the largest savings. Each of these areas will usually account for
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For most poultry farms across the globe, energy is the second biggest expense. Behind only the mortgage on the property, of course… So, if you’re serious about maximizing profits then you’ll have to look at where your costs are hitting your business the hardest. This means looking at your energy usage and what you can
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Costs are rising sharply for all in the industry, skilled employees are difficult to find, new competitors keep rising, and cash-strapped consumers have ever dwindling amounts of income to spend on your products. It is, in short, not a fantastic time to be a food manufacturer. The industry standard for margins is currently at about
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In a world where renewable energy is the gold standard for many, it is surprising that so few know the ins and outs of biopower. Biomass has been successfully used for decades as an energy source, and is certainly a proven technology. While there are a number of different types of biomass boilers, the key
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