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Nov 05, 2024

Floods in Valencia: A Warning for the UK

The devastating floods in Valencia last week serve as a sobering reminder of how extreme weather can reshape landscapes, disrupt lives, and claim lives.

Matthew Rolph

Oct 29, 2024

Government’s Water Sector Review: Preparing for a Water-Scarce Future

With the UK facing potential water shortages by 2050, the government has launched a comprehensive review of the water sector. This initiative, responding to growing concerns over water scarcity, aims to secure a sustainable water supply for future generations in light of increasing climate challenges, population growth, and ageing infrastructure.

Matthew Rolph

Oct 29, 2024

Flood Action Week: Protecting Your Home from the Rising Risks of Flooding

The UK Environment Agency has marked this year’s Flood Action Week (14-20th October 2024) with a strong call for public awareness and action.

Matthew Rolph

Oct 25, 2024

Water companies push for higher bills

Water companies in the UK, including Thames and Southern Water, are proposing significant bill increases, with Southern Water seeking an 84% rise by 2030 and Thames Water requesting a 53% hike.

Matthew Rolph

Oct 22, 2024

Why people buy water butts in dry weather

Here's an article from the archives. Take yourself back to the warmer, sunny days of Spring 2020 (I know, a year we'd all rather forget!) and find out why so many people were buying water butts, even though it wasn't raining!

Matthew Rolph

Oct 22, 2024

This dates back to the Neolithic Age

In this age of AI and technological change, everyone is interested in what’s new. They’re always looking out for the new idea. The next best thing. The bright shiny object, that’s going to positively change their life. Especially with changes in the field of Artificial Intelligence happening so quickly, it’s difficult to keep up and easy to get caught up in focusing on new, new, new!

Matthew Rolph

Oct 22, 2024

GRAF UK notches up a hat-trick at Saltway Farm Shop

Saltway Farm Shop, located on the outskirts of Banbury, underwent a major redevelopment to reduce overhead costs and enhance environmental sustainability.

Matthew Rolph

Oct 21, 2024

Rainwater harvesting works

You may have seen this image before, especially if you're a follower of GRAF UK content online. However, we offer no apology for sharing it again because this is so important and has to be seen by as many people as possible!...

Matthew Rolph

Oct 21, 2024

GRAF UK help to enable Ian's eco house dream

It took until he was retired for Ian Loader to be able to fully embrace his green ambitions. When he did, it was with the help and support of Graf UK.

Matthew Rolph