15 September 2023
Carbon Offsetting
Since carbon offsetting was introduced into the 2016 London Plan as a means of securing at least a 35% reduction in carbon emissions from the Building Regulations it has always been a topic for debate.
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11 September 2023
‘Fabric First’ Building Regulations
The Building Regulations were updated in England in June 2022 (Part L 2021) and in Scotland in February 2023 (Section 2022). Whilst different, both sets of regulations employ a similar ethos of a ‘Fabric First’ approach when considering heating systems that are not refrigerant based, for example direct electric systems.
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29 August 2023
Sustainable Strategies for Reducing Energy Consumption in Life Science Laboratories
Life science laboratories play a pivotal role in advancing our understanding of biological processes, developing new medical treatments, and exploring ground breaking scientific discoveries. However, these facilities are often energy-intensive, with complex equipment, stringent environmental controls and round-the-clock operation
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24 August 2023
The Role of EPCs in Decarbonising our Commercial Building Stock
In the pursuit of a more sustainable and environmentally conscious future within the current commercial built landscape, the Energy Performance Certificate (EPC) has assumed a pivotal role in the transition away from gas-fired boilers and the decarbonisation of heating systems. This significance arises from the Minimum Energy Efficiency Standards (MEES), which stipulate that the minimum EPC rating for commercial lettings should be a 'B' by 2030.
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