Building regulations change – Part L
As we now know it the new Part L building regs requires a 25% reduction in carbon emissions compared with the 2006 version. Obviously this will have a dramatic effect on walls and on cavity walls in particular. For example, Celotex states that you will need 165mm of mineral wool insulation which is a 65% […]
Building Regulations change – Part J
We have heard that some eager housebuilders have rushed to beat the Part J (Combustion appliances) deadline. It allowed them to save millions by registering their intention to start before October 1st. That way they gained an extra year before they have to start work under the old rules regardless of project programme length. It […]
Green construction design & supply chain solution
The Energy Technologies Institute (ETI), a public private partnership is driving the development of green technologies in the UK to meet its 2050 carbon reduction targets. It has started a 2 year project to identify ways in which refurbishment and retrofitting of existing residential properties can be accelerated by industrialising the processes of design, supply […]
Extension building compliance report – Detached property extension, Wonersh, Surrey, GU5 0RY
Syntegra Consulting appointed as energy consultant to undertake the energy assessment and building regs compliance report for an extension to a 5 bedroom detached property in Wonersh, Surrey.
Reviving the housing sector
Grant Shapps has announced in August that action is required as housebuilding was at its lowest level since 1924! Furthermore, a New Homes Bonus scheme will be introduced early in the spending review period. – This is designed to reward local authorities who give consent and support for building new homes. Under the new homes […]
New build EPCs – 9 unit Greenacre, Shoreham-by-sea, BN43 5XL
Syntegra Consulting appointed SAP assessors to undertake On-construction-EPCs for a 9 unit residential development in Shoreham-by-sea, BN43 5XL
Will the FIT (Feed –In –Tariffs) boost UKs solar industry?
Since the introduction of the feed-in tariff (FIT) scheme the PV installations have risen from around 400 in April to over 4000 by the end of July, according to iSuppli. Especially the majority of these installations has been undertaken in the commercial sector. The residential sector installations will increase dramatically as well with the implementation […]
Hybrid Low Zero Carbon Systems
Nowadays it has become obvious that in order to meet our future commitments in C02 reductions, more than one LZC technologies will have to be incorporated. Hence, we should look for hybrid LZC solutions instead of utilizing just one of them separately. Many LZC manufacturers have identified the need for hybrid LZC systems and have […]
Is all CO2 created equal?
If biomass from wood is actually “carbon neutral” then perhaps biomass-produced CO2 emissions are better than those from coal and other fossil fuels. Wood will decay and release carbon into the atmosphere at some point, however not the same stands for coal and fossil fuels. Both biomass and fossil fuels produce CO2, although the emissions released […]
Will UK Offshore Wind farms lead the global market?
On a global scale only 1.25% of the installed wind power capacity, is from offshore wind farms. In recent years the UK government support for large wind capacity has driven wind farm development. Since 2010, all big wind turbine manufacturers such as Siemens, Clipper, Mitsubishi and GE established a UK presence. However, in order to […]
Energy Consultant London – Eden Plaza Hotel, Kensington, London, SW7
Syntegra Consulting appointed to undertake the commercial energy assessment survey for a renovated Hotel in Kensington London, SW7 in order to produce the necessary compliance Commercial Energy Performance Certificate (EPC).
Code for Sustainable Homes Consultants – Home User Guide, SWMP production
Syntegra Consulting have been tasked to undertake the production of the specialist Home User Guide and Site Waste Management Plan for the mixed use development in Sidworth Street, Hackney, London. The mixed use development site comprises of 30 flats, 18 of which are to be built to Code Level 3 for rented social housing purposes.
LED lighting feasibility report – Birmingham Womens NHS foundation Trust
Syntegra Consulting appointed to undertake an LED lighting survey of Birmingham Womens NHS foundation trust Hospital. Huge savings have been identified by the replacement of existing T5 with a more energy efficient LED lighting solution.
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Are MFCs (Microbial fuel cells) the way forward?
MFCs make use of wastewater treatment, although not commercially available yet, they could provide the solution for 100% Renewable Energy fuel cells. MFCs use electrochemically-active bacteria grown on an electrode which are able to directly produce electricity from biomass in residential and industrial wastewater streams. These special bacteria have evolved a way to force electrons from […]
What is the future of fuel cells?
Until a few years back, the excitement around fuel cells was obvious. Then investors got burned when performances and costs were not realized. That put a break on the fuel cell boom and made the industry face reality. In order for fuel cells to be a competitive LZC (Low Zero Carbon) technology, it needs to […]
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