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When we talk about carbon, carbon footprint or carbon emissions, we are referring to a range of greenhouse gases that trap heat close to the earth. It is this act of trapping the heat which explains why such gases, such as carbon dioxide and methane, are labelled a “greenhouse gas”. Carbon is in all living things. Fossil fuels contain carbon previously stored in living things, and when we burn fossil fuels, we release carbon dioxide (CO2) into the atmosphere.
Is this linked to global warming and climate change?
Yes. Greenhouse gases such CO2 hold in heat from the sun and even small increases in the atmosphere can cause the Earth to get warmer. Across the world climate change is already having an impact, with changes in rainfall patterns and sea levels rising, increasing the risk of flooding and droughts.
Why is it important for this project?
Understanding the carbon footprint of a scheme is an important consideration, as nationally and globally the world tries to reduce its carbon emissions to combat the negative effects of climate change. In order to reduce the carbon footprint of the scheme we are proposing using both solar and wind power.
We are planning on using a solar pod (as seen below) to power our satellite office which will be set up in Camber fields. The solar pod will be set up at a suitable location to capture the maximum amount of sunlight. This will negate the need to procure a mains connection and reducing our carbon contributions. With the working period being through the summer months the power generated by the solar pod should be sufficient to run the small office set up.
Example of a solar pod We would also like to use wind turbines to power some of the works being done. The main site compound is in sight of a commercial wind farm hence the conditions for wind power generation would appear to be ideal at this location. We are proposing to use a wind turbine at the main compound. They will be located at a suitable location to capture the maximum amount of wind. We have not yet determined if and when this option is possible as of yet but we hope it will contribute to the scheme using as little carbon as possible.
The wind farm in Rye Harbour
What is carbon?
When we talk about carbon, carbon footprint or carbon emissions, we are referring to a range of greenhouse gases that trap heat close to the earth. It is this act of trapping the heat which explains why such gases, such as carbon dioxide and methane, are labelled a “greenhouse gas”. Carbon is in all living things. Fossil fuels contain carbon previously stored in living things, and when we burn fossil fuels, we release carbon dioxide (CO2) into the atmosphere.
Is this linked to global warming and climate change?
Yes. Greenhouse gases such CO2 hold in heat from the sun and even small increases in the atmosphere can cause the Earth to get warmer. Across the world climate change is already having an impact, with changes in rainfall patterns and sea levels rising, increasing the risk of flooding and droughts.
Why is it important for this project?
Understanding the carbon footprint of a scheme is an important consideration, as nationally and globally the world tries to reduce its carbon emissions to combat the negative effects of climate change. In order to reduce the carbon footprint of the scheme we are proposing using both solar and wind power.
We are planning on using a solar pod (as seen below) to power our satellite office which will be set up in Camber fields. The solar pod will be set up at a suitable location to capture the maximum amount of sunlight. This will negate the need to procure a mains connection and reducing our carbon contributions. With the working period being through the summer months the power generated by the solar pod should be sufficient to run the small office set up.
Example of a solar pod We would also like to use wind turbines to power some of the works being done. The main site compound is in sight of a commercial wind farm hence the conditions for wind power generation would appear to be ideal at this location. We are proposing to use a wind turbine at the main compound. They will be located at a suitable location to capture the maximum amount of wind. We have not yet determined if and when this option is possible as of yet but we hope it will contribute to the scheme using as little carbon as possible.
Example of a solar pod We would also like to use wind turbines to power some of the works being done. The main site compound is in sight of a commercial wind farm hence the conditions for wind power generation would appear to be ideal at this location. We are proposing to use a wind turbine at the main compound. They will be located at a suitable location to capture the maximum amount of wind. We have not yet determined if and when this option is possible as of yet but we hope it will contribute to the scheme using as little carbon as possible.
The wind farm in Rye Harbour