Muncaster Castle, an 800-year-old estate in Cumbria, is pioneering efforts to become the UK's first carbon-zero castle. The Pennington family has initiated significant sustainability projects, including the installation of renewable energy systems such as solar panels and a heat pump. This shift is a response to the high costs of traditional heating methods, like using coal and numerous fireplaces. Their recent adaptations aim to serve as eco-friendly models for historic properties while preserving Muncaster's heritage and improving energy efficiency.
Ewan Frost-Pennington emphasized that sustainability is a family mission, expressing the need for a long-term solution to heating the historic but large Muncaster Castle.
The castle has transitioned to using ground source heat pumps that provide warmth for three-quarters of the castle, benefiting both the structure and its contents.
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