profiad ni booklet 2013

Profiad Ni guide 18-26 May 2013

A week of free events celebrating a strong and sustainable Snowdonia

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Galwch draw i weld technoleg gorau EryriAt home with Snowdonia’s smartest technology

2. Profiad Ni guide 18-26 May 2013

Cover image of Llyn Stwlan courtesy of our leading sponsor Gwynedd Werdd

Promoting sustainable communities and creating local economic benefits from our natural resources,

environment and outstanding landscape

Profiad Ni encourages you to travel sustainably to these events

Check out Traveline Cymru

0871 200 22 33 (calls cost 10p per minute plus any

charges your network provider makes)

www.travelinecymru.infoOr consider car sharing with friends or family

Profiad Ni does not operate an advisory service. We cannot take responsibility for any changes made as a result of your

participation in this project. Our aim is to facilitate contact between people with experience of sustainable development

and the general public, not to tell people what to do.

Please check our website for the latest information:

www.ProfiadNi.org

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Profiad Ni is a week of free events across 18-26 of May 2013 showcasing what is being done to make Snowdonia stronger.

Everyone is beginning to notice that it’s getting harder to pay for heating, electricity and transport and, as the prices of oil and gas go up, food is getting more expensive too because it costs more for supermarkets to get it here.

Families and organisations across Snowdonia are taking the initiative to become more efficient, switch to renewable forms of energy and use local products and services which demand less energy to transport and provide our communities with jobs.

Profiad Ni’s aim is to share this knowledge through free events so that everyone in Snowdonia has the chance to find out what is possible, from people in our own communities.

Our main event is the Open Doors drop-in trail (24th - 26th of May) - see how it works on page 6 & 7. The week leading up to Open Doors is jam packed with workshops, tours and talks - check out the timetable on pages 29-38.

Welcome


If you want to...· learn how to keep the fuel bills down and have a cosy home

· have a positive effect on the local economy & environment

· be a trailblazer in the world of home improvements

· learn about new investment opportunities

then Profiad Ni has something for you!


Quick Look TimetableDay Events (all during May 2013)

Sat 18 Green Shoots Sustainability FairNeuadd Goffa Penrhyndeudraeth 10:00 - 15:00

Sun 19 Wind, Hydro & Solar in UseDerwydd, Llanfihangel Glyn Myfyr 11:00 - 13:00

Permaculture in ActionTir Penrhos Isaf, Ganllwyd 13:00 - 16:00

Mon 20 Energy Conservation in Big BuildingsCanolfan Prenteg 10:30 - 12:00

Communicating SustainabilityFat Cat, Bangor 13:00 - 17:00

Tues 21 Energy Bills Drop in ClinicPontio Shop, 278 High Street, Bangor 10:30 - 15:30

Natural Building TechniquesCae Mabon, Fachwen 17:00 - 21:00

Weds 22 Compodular DemonstrationHendre Hall, Abergwyngregyn 10:30 - 13:00

Setting Up Hydro ProjectsPlas Tan-y-Bwlch, Maentwrog 10:00 - 16:00

Thurs 23 Home Energy Efficiency TourMoelyci, Tregarth 10:30 - 13:00

Sustainable Living TourMoelyci, Tregarth 14:00 - 16:30

Fri 24 Heating with WoodTrigonos, Nantlle 10:00 - 12:00

Open Day at Ty HyllBetws-y-Coed 10:00 - 16:00

24/25/26 Open Doors Trail

www.ProfiadNi.org


Open Doors TrailFriday 24 to Sunday 26 of MayLearn about smart energy use without the hard sell

Profiad Ni’s free Open Doors drop-in event gives visitors access to homes and other buildings where energy issues are being addressed so that you can talk directly to local people who live and work there without anyone trying to sell you anything.

See working examples of:

· Renewable electricity technology (e.g. solar and hydro power)· Ground and air sourced heat pumps· Biomass heating systems like wood pellet and log boilers· Solar hot water systems· Productive gardens· Local and recycled building materials put to use· Insulation on solid stone walls – external and internal· Low impact buildings

Have a one-to-one chat with the people that use these things about:

· How much did you pay?· Who installed it?· Has it made a difference?· Are there any grants to help with costs?· What would you do differently if you could start again?


Profiad Ni is very grateful to all our exhibitors and facilitators who are giving their time to make the project possible. Please participate with respect and be sure to check each property’s opening times before planning your route!

How it works:Pages 8-28 list all the buildings which you can see as part of the Trail. There’s information about what to see in each building, their opening times and how to get there. Using the map on pages 48-49, plan your route and off you go!

Fact sheets with further information about each property are available to download from www.ProfiadNi.org, or we’ll be happy to post you a copy if you let us know which ones you want by emailing [email protected] or phoning 07876 238 741.


Building Number 1:

Hen BandyPensarn, Llanbedr LL45 2NN

Key Features Log burning boiler / Insulation / Sheep’s wool insulation / Solar hot water

Open Hours Fri (24/05) 15:00 – 17:00Sat (25/05) 10:00 – 16:00Sun (26/05) 10:00 - 12:00

Directions A496 between Llanbedr and Llanfair, turning up to house is almost opposite entrance to Pensarn Harbour CMC centre. Follow signs from main road.

Accessibility & Parking

Limited parking near property, narrow road leading to house. Walking up from the main road is an option, about ½ mile walk, first part steep.

Public Transport Nearest bus stop: Pensarn (Llanbedr)Nearest train station: Pensarn (Llanbedr)

Use 2 bedroom house & ‘one up, one down’ self catering annexe.

Construction Stone built, around 1800, detached house – originally one floor, now two. Single storey extension added as an office and pantry area. The annexe is a converted barn backing into the hillside.

User says “The log burning boiler powers underfloor heating, which is a very effective, comfortable and efficient way of heating the space.”


Building Number 2:

GwynfydGwynfyd, Harlech LL46 2TU

Key Features Wood pellet boiler (uninstalled & for sale) / Air Source Heat Pump / Insulation / Local building materials / Grass grid drive

Open Hours Fri (24/05) 11:00 – 14:00Sat (25/05) 11:00 – 14:00

Directions On old Llanfair Road between Harlech and Llanfair. Direction signs from road into fairly recently built housing estate.


Please park on the estate road leading to the property rather than using the drive.The drive to the house is fairly steep.

Public Transport Nearest bus stop: LlanfairNearest train station: Harlech, but very steep road from station to house in top part of the town.

Use 3 bedroom private dwelling.

Construction Recently built, moved into in 2009. Block lower floor, oak framed first floor with large double glazed panels with high insulation values.

User says “We installed a number of green features including an Air Source Heat Pump and underfloor heating and found it an interesting challenge.”


Building Number 3:

IsgraigIsgraig, Grogan Terrace, Harlech LL46 2YF

Key Features Solar hot water / Wood pellet boiler (to be installed soon) / Solar PV panels on non South facing roof


Directions House is situated next to lower Bron Graig Car Park in Harlech.


Good access, but the road in front of the house is steep.Please park in the public car park adjacent to the house.

Public Transport Nearest bus stop: HarlechNearest train station: Harlech, but very steep road from station to house in the top part of the town.

Use 2 bedroom private dwelling.

Construction Stone built terraced house, built during 1800s, believed to have been former police station.

User says “We were able to combine a number of different features to create an efficient method of heating the house.”


Building Number 4:

Plas y GraigPlas y Graig, Penrhyndeudraeth, Gwynedd LL48 6LS

Key Features Solar PV panels on garage roof / Solar hot water panel on house roof / Wood fuel stoves / Garden

Open Hours Fri (24/05) 10:00 – 17:00Sun (26/05) 10:00 - 17:00

Directions Walk up the drive next to the Griffin pub and follow the signs.


Parking for people with limited mobility at the house, others requested to park down on the public road or car park.

Public Transport Nearest bus stop: Penrhyndeudraeth Sgwar Nearest train station: Penrhyndeudraeth

Use 5 bedroom residential property.

Construction Pre 1920’s stone built and cement rendered.

User says “The house is in an exposed position and difficult to heat. We still need to use the oil fired central heating at times, but the technology we have installed has reduced the bills.”


Building Number 5:

TraianTraian, Llanfrothen, Penrhyndeudraeth LL48 6SW

Key Features Solar PV panels / Wood fuelled heating & hot water / Organic gardens & Polytunnels / Well insulated outdoor studio

Open Hours Sat (25/05) 10:00 – 17:00Sun (26/05) 10:00 - 17:00

Directions Take the Croesor road from Llanfrothen and look out for a driveway on your left marked Profiad Ni.


Driveway is very steep. Park in the layby at the top if you prefer, or drive down to the house.

Public Transport Nearest bus stop: LlanfrothenNearest train station: Penrhyndeudraeth

Use Four bedroom house, office, art studio.

Construction Pre 1920, solid stone walls.

User says “It feels great to be able to use local, sustainable resources for much of our energy.”


Building Number 6:

Penffordd y CrynwyrPenffordd y Crynwyr, Llwyngwril LL37 2JP

Key Features Ground Source Heat Pump / Rain Water Collection / Solar PV / Heat Recovery Unit / Sheep Wool Insulation


Directions Turn off A493 in village of Llwyngwril, follow direction signs to house at end of recently built estate.


Sufficient parking space near house.Accessible.

Public Transport Nearest bus stop: Llwyngwril (number 28 service) Nearest train station: Llwyngwril (very close)

Use 4 bedroom home.

Construction Detached house of brick and block cavity wall construction, completed in 2008.

User says “We have installed a number of energy saving features into our house and have monitored their performance since 2009. The results show very favourable cost savings compared to heating the house using more conventional means.”


Building Number 7:

Coed GwydrCoed Gwydr, Nant Peris LL55 4UL

Key Features Wood Pellet Boiler / Auger feed in domestic property / Low impact studio


Directions On the outskirts of Nant Peris on the left hand side of the road heading up to Pen y Pass.


Parking for people with limited mobility at the house, others requested to park at the public car park in the village (approx 200 metres). House is not fully accessible due to stone steps up from road.

Public Transport Bus Route S1 from Llanberis.

Use 2 bedroom home and studio.

Construction Traditional Stone built detached cottage, and recently constructed wooden studio in garden, (constructed from locally sourced larch timber, requiring no preservatives).

User says “We replaced an oil fired range, with the wood pellet boiler, and it’s the best thing we ever did.”


Building Number 8: YstumgwadnaethYstumgwadnaeth, Llanfachreth, Dolgellau LL40 2DT

Key Features Ground source heat pump (‘cartwheel’ design)

Open Hours Sat (25/05) 11:00 – 15:00*Sun (26/05) 11:00 – 15:00**Due to remote location the owners will be meeting and giving short tours of the property on the hour, during opening times.

Directions Turn opposite Brithdir turn off towards Llanfachreth from the A496 Bala to Dolgellau Road. Follow Profiad Ni direction signs. Grid Reference SH775217.


Sufficient parking by house.Accessible.

Public Transport Not accessible by public transport, due to remote location.

Use 5 bedroom home.

Construction 1986 block construction, detached 2 storey house in countryside location.

User says “It’s good not to be dependent on oil.”


Building Number 9:

Beudy TalogBeudy Talog, Penrhyndeudraeth LL48 6NA

Key Features PVs without silver reflectors (more visually pleasing & work better in low light conditions) / Grass roofed sheds / High levels of insulation on walls and underfloor

Open Hours Sat (25/05) 12:00 – 17:00

Directions Drive is on the right about 1km outside Penrhyndeudraeth on the Maentwrog road, follow the signs to property.


Split levels and steps limit accessibility.Reasonable parking space at the house.

Public Transport Nearest bus stop: Penrhyndeudraeth about 1 mile away.Nearest train station: Penrhyndeudraeth about 1 mile away.

Use Home and art studio /workshop.

Construction Traditional stone farm house, with outbuildings. The solar panels are situated on roof of detached barn.

User says “We went for the non reflective PV panels as they were a lot less intrusive, more aesthetically pleasing and are actually more efficient in the local light conditions than the more conventional panels.”


Building Number 10:

GarthGarth, 22 West End Parade, Pwllheli LL53 5PN

Key Features Air Source Heat Pumps / Insulation on interior of North facing walls & ceiling / Solar PV Panels on roof / Daylight low energy bulbs / Wood fuelled stove

Open Hours Fri (24/05) 18:00 – 20:00Sat (25/05) 10:00 – 20:00

Directions Flat is at Western end of the Promenade in Pwllheli on Rhodfa Marian y Mor.


Sufficient parking on sea front outside property.There are a number of steps throughout the property.

Public Transport Nearest bus stop: PwllheliNearest train station: Pwllheli about 1 mile away.

Use Private dwelling and rented accommodation.

Construction The building is reinforced concrete with a flat roof and solid walls. 3 storey, terraced sea front house, converted to 4 flats. Built in 1910.

User says “We have long been as green as we can. This is part of our philosophy.”


Building Number 11:

8 Moelfre TerraceShell Island Road, Llanbedr LL45 2DQ

Key Features Air source heat pump / Dry lining insulation / Solar PV panels (to be fitted soon)


Directions Turn towards Shell Island from the village of Llanbedr, house is about 250m on right hand side.


Reasonable access but wheelchair users would have difficulty. Plenty of parking space outside property and in the village.

Public Transport Nearest bus stop: LlanbedrNearest train station: Llanbedr.

Use 2 bedroom dwelling, being renovated for use as rental holiday accommodation.

Construction Traditional stone built slate roofed semi detached cottage.

User says “We had to choose the siting of the Air Source Heat Pump carefully to comply with planning rules, and found we only just had enough space to fit it.”


Building Number 12:

Emily Kelly HutEmily Kelly Hut, Cwm Dyli, Nant Gwynant, Gwynedd

Key Features Reed bed sewage system

Open Hours Sat (25/05) 11:00 – 14:00

Directions Follow signs from A498 Beddgelert to Pen y Gwryd Road. GR SH653541.


Small car park 150m from hut.

Public Transport Nearest Bus Stop Pen y Gwryd

Use The building is the climbing hut of the Pinnacle Club, for women climbers.

Construction The building was just a shell when we first got it in 1932. It now has electricity for cooking and lighting, a fully equipped kitchen and bunks for 22 people.

User Says “The reed bed sewage system helps us to minimise our impact on the local environment.”


Building Number 13:

GwynfrynGwynfryn, Porthmadog LL49 9PP

Key Features Air source heat pump / Solar PV panels / Bee keeping


Directions Take exit off roundabout at junction of A487 and Porthmadog bypass, towards Bodawen Nursing Home, continue past nursing home on narrow straight road for approx ½ mile, house is first on Left.


Property is reasonably accessible.Sufficient parking near house, in front of chicken shed.

Public Transport Nearest bus stop: TremadogNearest train station: Porthmadog

Use 4 bedroom home.

Construction Detached brick and block house built in 1950s.

User says “As we were extending our kitchen and utility area it seemed sensible to attempt to use new, low carbon technologies as a contribution to making a better world. We would also benefit from a grant for the heat pump, feed-in tariff and hopefully the Renewable Heat Premium Payment.”


Building Number 14:

Tan y Berllan IsafTan y Berllan Isaf, Llechwedd, Conwy LL32 8DX

Key Features Ground Source Heat Pump / Solar hot water / Wood burners / Additional wooden building with sheep’s wool insulation and turf roof

Open Hours Fri (24/05) 08:30 – 13:00

Directions Follow signs for Henryd from B5106 Conwy to Llanrwst Road, then Profiad Ni direction signs. GR SH762755.


Reasonable accessibility, but with some steps around the house.Sufficient parking near house.

Public Transport Nearest bus stop: Tyn y GroesNearest train station: Conwy

Use 8 rooms, used as family living.

Construction Detached 18th century cottage with extension. Approx 128sqm. New build volume greater than original cottage, and the two areas have different levels of insulation. External office built 2006, using timber with a turf roof. Insulated with sheep’s wool and heated by small log burner.

User says “The project was focused on minimizing energy use, to be ‘future-proofed’ against rising energy prices.”


Building Number 15:

MoelyciMoelyci, Lon Felin Hen, Tregarth LL57 4BB

Key Features Solar hot water systems / Log boiler / Solar PV panels / External wall insulation / Productive gardens / Community projects

Open Hours Sat (25/05) 10:00 – 14:00**subject to confirmation and availability of volunteers.

Directions Take B4386 from roundabout at junction of A5 and A55 at services outside Bangor. After around 1 mile turn right towards Tregarth, site is signposted on right hand side of road.


Plenty of parking on site

Public Transport Nearest bus stop: Tregarth

Use Environmental Centre

Construction Agricultural small holding, part of Penrhyn estate. Purchased by local community, around 10 years ago to establish an environmental centre.

User says “Following 10 remarkable years of hard work we have quietly made our own history, establishing a centre for nature conservation and providing opportunities for land-based learning, training and employment”.


Building Number 16:

Coed y BreninCoed y Brenin Forest Centre, Ganllwyd, Dolgellau

Key Features Wood fuel heating system for cafe and visitor centre. New energy efficient visitor centre in construction using locally grown timber. The building employs many principles of Passivhaus, a rigorous German energy standard which achieves energy conservation via an “insulated envelope”, high levels of air tightness and mechanical ventilation with heat recovery as opposed to heating an energy inefficient building with large amounts of renewable fuels to achieve the same low carbon emission rating.


Open Hours Centre open during daylight hours. Information on the biofuel boiler and the new building will be available throughout from visitor centre. Presentations will be given by the Centre Manager at specific times over the weekend – provisionally 11:00 and 14:00 on Saturday and Sunday**Subject to confirmation.

Directions Signposted off A470 between Ganllwyd and Trawsfynydd.


Ample Parking.Accessible.

Public Transport Bus will stop near entrance to Coed y Brenin.

Use Purpose built visitor centre.

Construction The 400sqm extension will include a new bike shop and hire facility on the ground floor, with a multi-functional conference/meeting room and cafe overflow area on the first floor, along with WCs offering 24-hour public access.

User says “Most of the timber will come from sawmills in Wales and the borders, but the important thing is that we are introducing a technology that allows us to turn wood produced in Wales into structural grade timber components.’


Building Number 17:

VistacraftNantcol Works, Llanbedr, Gwynedd, LL45 2PL

Key Features Portable Eco Cabin – Caban. Also opportunity to see large scale hydro electric generation plant.

Open Hours Sat (25/05) 13:00 – 16:00Sun (26/05) 13:00 – 16:00Phone 01341 241587 to arrange to see the hydro electricity site

Directions From centre of Llanbedr village, take road past Victoria Hotel, signposted Cwm Bychan. Continue on this narrow road for approx 2 miles, turn right over bridge, signposted Cwm Nantcol, and then immediate left over cattle grid, brown sign for waterfall. Continue past Salem chapel, Nantcol works is next entrance on right, through metal gates.


Parking available on site.

Public Transport Nearest Bus Stop Llanbedr: 3 mile walk to venue.Nearest train station: Llanbedr (will require walk up to village from train station, then up to venue.

Use An innovative response to the potential for low impact, temporary accommodation in the landscape.

Construction Made from sustainable materials, birch/spruce plywood and douglas fir.

User says “We are using the most sustainable materials we can find and metal components have been minimally utilised”.


Building Number 18:

Bryn ElltydBryn Elltyd B&B, Tanygrisiau, Blaenau Ffestiniog LL41 3TW

Key Features Solar PV panels, Insulation to stone walls / Low impact buildings in garden / Wood pellet boiler / Electric car charging point

Open Hours Fri (24/05) 10:00 - 13:00Sun (26/05) 11:00 - 15:00

Directions Take the first left as you get in to Tanygrisiau from Maentwrog, then head left again towards Tanygrisiau reservoir. B&B is on your right just past the cafe.


Building is fairly accessible, some narrow pathways in garden.Sufficient parking at lakeside cafe.

Public Transport Nearest bus stop: Tan y GrisiauNearest train station: Blaenau Ffestiniog

Use Home and B&B

Construction 1883 granite building. Eco guesthouse. Imaginative 1990’s extension and two detached rooms with turf roofs.

User says “My wife took me to the Centre for Alternative Technology in 1982. Got inspired, fitted a solar panel on our semi in suburbia in 1983 and haven’t stopped since.”


Building Number 19:

Greenwood Forest ParkGreenwood Forest Park, Y Felinheli LL56 4QN

Key Features Human powered roller coaster / Rainwater harvesting / Composting / Recycling

Open Hours Fri (24/05) One tour beginning at 17:00

Directions From A55, leave at Junction 11. Follow Llanberis signs onto A4244. After 3 miles follow brown signs from roundabout. From Porthmadog, go to Caernarfon, follow town centre signs, follow Llanberis sign at first roundabout, then B4366 Bethel sign at second roundabout, go through Bethel and follow brown signs.


Very accessible site.Plenty of parking space .

Public Transport Greenwood is 20 minutes walk from the post office bus stop in Y Felinheli. You can take the 5A, 5/5C/X5, 10 or 88 from Bangor or Caernarfon.

Use Eco theme park

Construction N/A

User says “We are still passionate about being kind to nature and to this day all the rides and activities require your energy to make them work, including the world famous people powered roller coaster.”


Building Number 20: Gelli GochGelli Goch, Eden, Trawsfynydd LL41 4YD

Key Features Ground source heat pump under car park / Natural water supply / Rain water harvesting / Solar slates / Solar hot water / Insulation / Local labour and building materials

Open Hours Fri (24/05) 10:00 – 15:00Sat (25/05) 10:00 – 18:00*Sun (26/05) 10:00 – 18:00** May have to be reduced if significant number of bookings are taken before event date.

Directions On side of A470 between Coed y Brenin Forestry Centre and Capel Eden. Signs on gate near main road.


Accessible site.Plenty of parking space.

Public Transport Nearest bus stop: BronaberNearest train station: Penrhyndeudraeth

Use 5* self-catering cottages

Construction The cottages were originally redundant farm buildings- a cowshed, a stable and hayloft.

User says “We enjoy living in rural Wales, the traditions, community and language are important to us as is the wonderful environment in which we live. We realised that we could make a little bit of a difference, but we can’t change everyone’s attitudes.”


Free EventsNote: Booking instructions are provided below for events where it would be handy to have an idea of numbers in advance. However, if you have not booked and still want to come we will find space for you.

Green Shoots Sustainability Fair Saturday 18th of May 10:00 - 15:00Neuadd Goffa Penrhyndeudraeth Meet a range of businesses and not-for-profits contributing to a sustainable Snowdonia in EcoBro's Sustainability Fair. You can buy local crafts, swap seeds and plants for free and find out about volunteering opportunities and grants. There will also be a poster competition and other activities for children and the chance to win one of Ian Sturrock's Welsh fruit trees and a range of other prizes in the raffle.

Food and drink will be provided at a low cost.

Lord Dafydd Elis-Thomas will be opening the fair at 10:00 but you are free to drop in throughout the day.

Bilingual attractions.

www.ecobro.org


Hydro, Solar & Wind Energy in UseSunday 19th of May 11:00 - 13:00Derwydd, Llanfihangel Glyn Myfyr, Corwen LL21 9UP Llyr Jones is a farmer who is ahead of the game on making the most of renewable investment opportunities on his land. Join this guided tour and talk about how he has improved the financial and environmental sustainability of his business by harnessing the elements.

Bilingual tour.

This is a working farm and the tour will be outdoors on sometimes rough terrain.

Wear clothes and footwear suitable for outdoors.

Arrive at Derwydd at 10:45.

Please book your place with Bob on 07876 238 741 (leave a message if there is no answer and he will reserve you a place).


Permaculture in ActionSunday 19th of May 13:00 – 16:00Tir Penrhos Isaf, Hermon, Llanfachreth, Dolgellau LL40 2LLWhat is permaculture? Come and find out about the principles of permaculture and their application at this inspiring tour of a smallholding which has been thoughtfully developed since 1986.

Bilingual tour.

This is a working smallholding and the tour will be outdoors on sometimes rough terrain.

Wear clothes and footwear suitable for the outdoors.

Tea/coffee will be provided after the tour.

Drive up to Tir Penrhos Isaf yourself (download the map from www.ProfiadNi.org and park in the space marked ‘off-site’ parking) or join the mini-bus from the Dolgellau Marian at 12:15 (meet outside toilets).

Arrive at Tir Penrhos Isaf at 12:45.


www.konsk.co.uk


Energy Conservation in Big BuildingsMonday 20th of May 10:30 – 12:00Canolfan Prenteg, Prenteg, Porthmadog LL49 9SUFfion Jones from Cyngor Gwynedd will be giving a talk about how the Council has managed to reduce energy use in large buildings using technology like Combined Heat and Power Units. This will be of particular interest to those responsible for buildings like swimming pools and village halls.

Bilingual or translation service.

Tea/coffee will be provided.


www.gwynedd.gov.uk

Communicating SustainabilityMonday 20th May 13:00 - 17:00The Fat Cat Cafe Bar, 161 High St, Bangor, Gwynedd LL57 1NU George Marshall of the Climate Outreach & Information Network brings you this dynamic workshop on how to tailor communications about the environment so that people will listen. George is an advisor to governments and charities across the world and draws on knowledge specific to Wales from focus groups held across the country. The workshop will be especially useful for professionals but of interest to anyone who is passionate about sustainable communities.

Workshop held in English.

Tea/coffee will be provided.


www.climateoutreach.org.uk


Energy Bills Drop in ClinicTuesday 21st May 10:30 – 15:30Pontio Shop, 278 High Street, BangorDrop in any time during the day for one-to-one advice and guidance with representatives from Nyth (Welsh Government fuel poverty reduction scheme), the Energy Saving Trust, Cyngor Gwynedd and others. You will be able to find out about low-cost, practical solutions to high energy bills and grants available to help reduce costs. There will also be an opportunity to sign-up to be part of a local heating co-operative being developed to get discounts on oil and bottled gas.

Welsh & English representatives.

www.nestwales.org.uk


Natural Building TechniquesTuesday 21st of May 17:00 - 21:00Cae Mabon, Fachwen, Llanberis, Gwynedd LL55 3HBJoin Eric Maddern for a tour of Cae Mabon, described as 'the number one natural building project in the UK'. There is a big range of low impact building styles and techniques to witness, from cedar cabins and hobbit-like lodges to cob cottages and an impressive Celtic roundhouse. Eric will focus the tour on what the group would most like to learn about. After the tour there will be a meal followed by a screening of the short documentary film (Im)permanence and a chance for discussion.

Tour given in English.

Free light evening meal provided.


www.caemabon.co.uk

Compodular DemonstrationWednesday 22nd of May 10:30 - 13:00Hendre Hall, Lon Aber, Tal y bont, Bangor LL57 3YPMalcolm Innis will demonstrate a Biothermal Aerobic Heat Exchanger. This technology generates clean heat from compost and is suitable for use in large gardens, small-holdings and farms.

Bilingual talk.

Some time will be spent outside.

Refreshments are available from a cafe on site.



Setting Up Hydro ProjectsWednesday 22nd of May 10:00 - 16:00Plas Tan y Bwlch, Maentwrog, Blaenau Ffestiniog LL41 3YU This is an A-Z workshop aimed at individuals and communities interested in benefitting from hydro electricity. Snowdonia has abundant hydro resources which have been recognised by Gwynedd Werdd as a significant potential income stream and carbon saving for the area. The best way for Snowdonia to benefit from this and keep the income in the area, is by communities, small companies and individuals setting up hydro schemes. There is lots of support available to help every stage of the process and this is a chance to meet and hear from some of the organisations involved and from people who have developed their own hydro project. There will also be a tour of Plan Tan-y-Bwlch's brand new turbine house.

Presentations in Welsh & English, translation provided.

Some time will be spent outside.

Free tea/coffee and lunch will be provided.

Arrive at Plas-Tan-y-Bwlch at 09:45.



Home Energy Efficiency TourThursday 23rd of May 10:30 - 13:00Fferm Moelyci, Lon Felin Hen, Tregarth, Bangor LL57 4BBJohn Harold will give this home energy efficiency 'warts and all' tour. Get the lowdown on energy efficiency in an old stone farmhouse with off-grid hot water and heating. Hear about the pros and cons of internal versus external insulation and different cladding materials.




Arrive at Moeyci at 10:15.


www.moelyci.org


Sustainable Living TourThursday 23rd of May 14:00 - 15:30Fferm Moelyci, Lon Felin Hen, Tregarth, Bangor LL57 4BBGet inspired to provide for your self by Moelyci’s abundant gardens. John Harold's guided tour will feature allotments, market gardens, polytunnels, outdoor vegetable beds, a soft fruit field, composting, compost toilet and bee-keeping.




Arrive at Moelyci at 13:45.


www.moelyci.org

Ysgol y Berwyn WorkshopsThursday 23rd of May Ysgol y BerwynFfion Farnell will be running dynamic environmental workshops with pupils in Ysgol y Berwyn.

Note: This event is not open to the general public


Heating with WoodFriday 24th May 10:00 - 12:00Trigonos, Plas Baladeulyn, Nantlle, Caernarfon LL54 6BW Richard Gover will be running this talk about biofuel heating. There will be an opportunity to see a large wood chip boiler. There may also be chance to find out about the energy efficiency work being done under the Arbed scheme in the nearby village of Nantlle.

Talk given in English.

Arrive at Trigonos at 11:45.


www.trigonos.org


Open Day at Ty HyllBetws-y-Coed 10:00 - 16:00Come and see this original ‘Ty Unnos’ (one night house) and honey bee exhibition centre. Sessions through the day will include a talk about the work of the Snowdonia Society, guided tour of Ty Hyll, bird box checking, volunteering in the gardens/woodland, honey bee talk and tour and dormouse box checking and talk. You are welcome to come to all or some of the sessions. The timings for individual sessions will be advertised here:

www.snowdonia-society.org.uk and on the Profiad Ni website.

Day held primarily in English but with Welsh speaking representatives.

Many sessions will be held outdoors.



www.theuglyhouse.co.uk

To be on the safe side, check our website for the latest information on all events: www.ProfiadNi.org

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Profiad Ni would not be possible without the support of our funders and sponsors who all share our objectives for a strong and sustainable Snowdonia.

http://www.eryri-npa.gov.uk/park-authority/cae-introduc-tion

www.ccgwynedd.org

www.mantellgwynedd.com

gwynedd.gov.uk


Gwynedd Werdd - Leading SponsorGwynedd Council has a vision that Gwynedd will thrive in the future – with economically and socially enterprising and vibrant sustainable communities, where the Welsh language is central to its prosperity, and where people of all ages can take advantage of new opportunities and choose to stay in the area to live and work.

Gwynedd Werdd has been developed as part of a package of programmes to achieve this vision. Gwynedd Werdd’s aim as part of the wider vision is to promote “more self-sufficient sustainable communities, maximising the economic benefits from natural resources, local produce and services.”

This is a long term aim, with recent action focussing on renewable energy. Gwynedd Werdd has studied the potential for producing renewable energy by making the most of the natural resources throughout the county. This has allowed us to understand:

•what resources are available and where

•what the economic benefits are if we utilise this potential

•and the barriers that need to be overcome to make the most of the available resources.

The Gwynedd Werdd Scoping Study has highlighted the potential to deploy over 110 Megawatts by 2017. This could create up to 160 operational jobs and inject £16m into the local economy.


To make the most of these opportunities Gwynedd Werdd, in partnership with the Carbon Trust Wales, is now gathering further information about sites for hydropower production plus there is work being completed into the development of a sustainable local supply chain for wood fuel. We are working with Bangor University and the Llyn Peninsula community group YnNi Llyn to better understand the tidal resource at the end of the peninsula.

Gwynedd Werdd alongside Anglesey Energy Island is also working with local colleges to ensure that training needed to make the most of renewable energy is available.

Gwynedd Werdd is making the most of renewable energy production initiatives to the economy and people of Gwynedd.

Traveline CymruFinding greener (and cheaper!) ways to travel with Traveline Cymru

From an environmental perspective, choosing to travel by public transport, cycling, walking or cutting down on car use by joining a car sharing scheme will certainly help. However, switching to greener forms of transport also makes a lot of financial sense.

Traveline Cymru, is a one-stop travel shop providing useful travel information to anyone wishing to travel by public transport, bike, on foot or by car. Funded by the Welsh Government they provide information via a range of services:


· Online - www.travelinecymru.info

· On your mobile: via apps for iPhone and Android or Text to 84268

· On the phone: 0871 200 22 33

· Live Chat – get live online assistance for journey plans and timetable enquiries

· Journey Planner – plan journeys from start to finish by bus, coach, rail or bike!

· Timetable – enter a bus number in the search box to view the timetable for that service

· Departure Boards – get departure times (live if available) for your bus or train

· Bus Stop Finder – find your bus stop on a map and view times of the next services to call there

Apps for iPhone and Android

· Bus & Coach - find your bus stop on a map to see when your bus is due

· Favourite stops - save the stops you frequently use

· Journey planner - plan your journey from A to B by bus, coach or rail

· News and Notices - check travel alerts that may affect your journey

· Park & Ride and Community Transport information

Bus times by text

Find the unique code for your bus stop (e.g. VGLDJDG) from our website (using Bus Stop Finder) or on the bus stop itself. Text the code to 84268 (charged at your normal tariff) and receive a free reply with the details of the next four buses to depart from that stop.


On the phone

Call us on 0871 200 22 33 (calls cost 10p per minute plus any charges your network provider makes). We’re open for business from 7am until 10pm daily throughout the year (limited service only 24 -26 December and 31 December - 1 January).

The Energy Saving Trust, WalesThe Energy Saving Trust in Wales are delighted to support this project.

The challenge facing us all is how to reduce carbon emissions, develop sustainable sources of energy and make water use sustainable. The Energy Saving Trust is committed to helping Wales to meet this challenge.

We have one clear goal – to help people save energy, every day. To achieve this aim it’s vital that we offer an impartial perspective based on empirical evidence: one that’s respected by individuals, government and commercial organisations alike.

Our status allows us to protect consumer interests while raising standards in sustainability and energy efficiency. The energy we use every day, at home and when travelling, mostly comes from burning fossil fuels such as coal, oil and gas. This produces carbon dioxide, one of the most significant greenhouse gases that cause climate change.


We also work in partnership with government, local authorities, third sector organisations and businesses. Our activities across Wales include:

· Delivering or managing government programmes

· Testing low-carbon technology

· Certification and assurance for businesses and consumer goods

· Developing models and tools.

We can support you all in achieving a sustainable Snowdonia; by providing impartial, accurate and independent advice and support to communities and households across Wales on how to reduce their carbon emissions and use water more sustainably.

For more information please visit www.energytrust.org.uk/wales, or to receive free and impartial advice on saving energy please call 0800 512 012 (choose 3 for Wales).


GreenWood Forest Park - North Wales’ leading Family AttractionThe story began in 1993 when husband and wife Stephen and Andrea Bristow started “The GreenWood Centre”. At that time all that stood was the Great Hall, with the Park known as an education centre teaching people about nature and wildlife.

Fast forward 20 years and it has become what we know today as GreenWood Forest Park, a great place for family days out, welcoming thousands of visitors each year.

GreenWood Forest Park’s landscape may have changed but the ethos behind the company has not. The owners and team are still passionate about being kind to nature and to this day, all the rides and activities require your energy to make them work, including the world famous people powered roller-coaster.

Every year, consistent efforts are made to minimise the negative effects on the environment and maximise the positive.

A few facts about how GreenWood contributes to being sustainable;

•Many of its food and drink containers are biodegradable.

•Its used cooking oil is processed into biodiesel.


•Its cardboard goes to an Anglesey company for recycling.

•All of its office waste paper is recycled.

It has planted an average of over 500 trees each year since opening in 1993. The total number to date is over 10,000 trees, and it continues to plant more every year.

It harvests 130 cubic metres of rainwater each year and uses it for flushing toilets.

Co-owner Andrea Bristow commented “One of the favorite activities is the BareFoot Trail. I like the way it is a simple idea, can be copied at home in the garden and makes you feel invigorated. This attraction was our oldest son Daniel’s idea and has been much loved and used by the public - even in February”.

Gritten EcologyGritten Ecology specialises in environmental surveys for run-of-river hydro-electric schemes and other renewable energy projects. Both the Local Planning Authorities and Natural Resources Wales require detailed ecological surveys to accompany all Abstraction Licence and Planning Applications. Gritten Ecology is well placed to organise and carry out these surveys to a proven standard that is acceptable to these authorities.

Contact Gritten Ecology on [email protected] or on 01766 770 933 / 07768 319 560.


Building1: Hen Bandy Pensarn, Llanbedr LL45 2NN 2: Gwynfyd Harlech LL46 2TU 3: Isgraig Grogan Terrace, Harlech LL46 2YF 4: Plas y Graig Penrhyndeudraeth, Gwynedd LL48 6LS 5: Traian Llanfrothen, Penrhyndeudraeth LL48 6SW 6: Penffordd y Crynwyr Llwyngwril LL37 2JP 7: Coed Gwydr Nant Peris LL55 4UL 8: Ystumgwadnaeth Llanfachreth, Dolegellau LL40 2DT 9: Beudy Talog Penrhyndeudraeth LL48 6NA 10: Garth 22 West End Parade, Pwllheli LL53 5PN 11: 8 Moelfre Terrace Shell Island Road, Llanbedr LL45 2DQ 12: Emily Kelly Hut Cwm Dyli, Nant Gwynant, Gwynedd 13: Gwynfryn Porthmadog LL49 9PP 14: Tan y Berllan Isaf Llechwedd, Conwy LL32 8DX 15: Moelyci Lon Felin Hen, Tregarth LL57 4BB 16: Coed y Brenin Forest Centre, Ganllwyd, Dolgellau 17: Vistacraft Nantcol Works, Llanbedr, Gwynedd, LL45 2PL 18: Bryn Elltyd B&B Tanygrisiau, Blaenau Ffestiniog LL41 3TW 19: Greenwood Forest Park Y Felinheli LL56 4QN 20: Gelli Goch Eden, Trawsfynydd LL41 4YD

Event21: Neuadd Goffa Penrhyndeudraeth 22: Derwydd Llanfihangel Glyn Myfyr23: Tir Penrhos Isaf Ganllwyd 24: Canolfan Prenteg25: Fat Cat Bangor26: Pontio Shop Bangor27: Cae Mabon Fachwen 28: Hendre Hall Abergwyngregyn 29: Plas Tan-y-Bwlch Maentwrog30: Moelyci Tregarth 31: Ty Hyll Betws-y-Coed

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