Solar Together – Lower cost PV & Batteries
A new group-buying scheme lets Cambridgeshire homeowners get lower cost solar panels, with optional batteries.
Housing crisis and Open Eco Homes
Article by Allan Shepherd Britain has an ongoing housing crisis that is preventing its population enjoying full and healthy lives. Collectively, because of the way our homes were built in the past, and to a lesser extent the way they … Continued
Christmas is coming
Article by Tom Bragg As so many others, I’m busy preparing for Christmas. It’s nice to have a time of year where we particularly focus on being kind to our family and friends, but it can also be stressful: How … Continued
Where’s our right to low-energy affordable homes?
Article by Allan Shepherd Government policy on low energy housing is not always easy to understand or predict. Especially when the colour of our government changes. But Governments of all colours have seemed reluctant to ensure that Building Regulations require … Continued
Homes Fit for the Future
Article by Tom Bragg We all deserve a good home and Cambridge’s acute need for affordable housing has been well covered in this paper. ‘Good’ homes are also energy-efficient, comfortable and affordable to heat. Well insulated, draught-free homes cost little … Continued
Keeping Cool in Heatwave
Article by Tom Bragg With climate change we have to expect more extreme weather and this year we’ve already had a very wet spring followed by the heatwave and drought. Here’s a few of ways to stay comfortable in a … Continued
Econyl Carpet tiles on the stairs
After about 20 years, our stair carpet had become very worn, and we needed to replace it. Carpets have a surprisingly high environmental impact. Problems include toxic emissions, water use, the carbon footprint of the materials used and landfill. We … Continued
DIY Fanned Radiator
A radiator with a fan heats the room quicker and improves efficiency 2020 update: Our kitchen/living area was often the coldest room. With our pattern of use, it’s good to be able to warm it up quickly. The fanned radiator described … Continued
What is an eco home?
We’re currently looking for new eco homes to open on October 8th and 14th, 2017. You might be wondering does my house qualify? Or what, exactly is an eco home? There isn’t a strict definition but for us an eco … Continued
HALF PRICE HEMPCRETE WORKSHOP THIS WEEKEND
NO LONGER AVAILABLE. HALF PRICE DIY Hempcrete wall insulation workshop this weekend Hempcrete is a low cost DIY natural insulation material for affordable cosy homes. Anyone can learn how to make and apply it at our weekend workshop at Thoday … Continued