Sustainable energy sources

Theme energy

Do we even need to explain why sustainable energy matters? The future of fossil fuels is unsustainable because of CO2 emissions and their impact on the climate. And let’s not forget the importance of being independent from the major gas suppliers outside of Europe.

That’s why we focus on sustainable sources that can be renewed within a single generation. This covers energy from the sun, water, and wind—basically, green energy. 

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Do it yourself

Featured success story

Switching from gas at Kloesewier

Akkeliene Postma from Kloesewier in De Veenhoop worked hard to make the old school gas-free. It was a long process: insulating the windows, cavity walls and floors. Also the roof was covered with solar panels. This generates a high return thanks to the installed heat pumps. This energy is stored in large boiler tanks, providing hot water for showers and low-temperature heating throughout the school.

More about Kloesewier (in Dutch)

Initiatives

Broodje Boppe

Broodje Boppe represents short, sustainable supply chains and the authentic taste of Friesland. Together with Frisian suppliers, bakers, chefs, and Dutch Cuisine, a delicious, locally made, gourmet sandwich has been created.

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Sorting waste on the water

Binnen deze pilot worden watersporters uitgedaagd om GFT afval te scheiden. Dit gebeurt op twee watersporteilanden van Recreatieschap Marrekrite.

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Sustainable energy in Fryslân

A lot is happening in Friesland in the field of energy. For example, the Freonen fan Fossylvrij Fryslân , they are active in the network to accelerate the transition to sustainable mobility. Do you remember the Elfwegentocht in 2018? Back then, it was unique to visit the Eleven Cities with a long convoy of electric cars. Nowadays, electric driving has become increasingly common.

An other example is the Friese Energie Alliantie. It consists of 11 engaged social organizations, including Circulair Friesland, which actively contribute to the development of the Regional Energy Strategy. Within the Frisian Energy Table, they share knowledge and work closely together to address the various energy challenges in Friesland.

Facts

Did you know....

  • that a freezer with a thin layer of ice about 1 cm thick uses roughly 20% more energy?
  • you can cook for up to 20 minutes on a single banana peel converted into biogas?
  • that the energy consumption of an LED screen is only 1/10 that of a plasma screen?

Tips for energysaving

 

  • Reduce energy demand
  • Use local renewable energy sources
  • Make use of renewable energy from elsewhere

Ready to take concrete steps?

Get in touch with Ynbusiness without obligation. Ynbusiness helps entrepreneurs in Friesland move forward. The easiest way is to email info@ynbusiness.nl.

Circulair Gastvrij Fryslân is een initiatief van meerdere organisaties. Afhankelijk van je vraag brengen we je in contact met de juister partij.

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