Government blocks green energy policy for Display Energy Certificates (DECs) for the commercial property sector

As published in ‘Building(16.09.11)’ the government has been accused of a U-turn over applying key energy efficiency measure to commercial buildings, with huge repercussions to the construction and property industry. In March 2011 the coalition government committed to the roll out of Display Energy Certificates (DEC), which are used to rate the ‘actual’ energy performance […]

M&E desgin & Energy consulants – Mixed use development, 54-56 Old Street, London

The Old Street development is a 4-Storey urban development consisting of 4No. apartments and commercial unit(s). The development will incorporate solar PV panels and Air Source Heat Pump technology as part of the M&E services strategy in order to assist in achieving code level 3 and the planning requirement of 20% emission reduction via renewable […]

Air Conditioning energy inspection (ACI) in London

Syntegra Consulting has successfully undertaken the Air Conditioning Inspection of Wavelengths and Bridge Leisure centres in south east London.  Syntegra undertook the ACI inspection of the two leisure centres which have air conditioned facilities such as swimming pool, gym, dancing studios,  library and café bar. The undertaking of an ACI (Air Conditioning Inspection) is a […]

Air Conditioning Inspections for Bath Spa University

Syntegra Consulting has successfully undertaken the Air Conditioning Inspection of Bath University campus buildings.  Syntegra undertook the ACI inspection for a number of buildings around the campus that were provided with Air Conditioning. The inspected buildings include the Library, Student Union and Auditorium & Exhibition centre. The undertaking of an ACI (Air Conditioning Inspection) is […]

A guide to Solar Photovoltaic (PV) electrical testing

For those involved in the growing solar panel sector, awareness of installation and safety standards is crucial for system performance. The recent solar microgeneration boom reflects the impact of feed in tariffs (FITs) that came and the associated arrival of free installation schemes that enable the property owner to benefit from solar electricity while the […]

Renewable energy continued to grow in 2011-09-14

Despite the continuing economic recession, incentive cuts and low natural gas prices,  the renewable energy sector continues to grow, says the REN21 Renewables 2011 Global status report. The report states that in 2010, renewable energy supplied an estimated 16% of global final energy consumption and delivered around 20% of global electricity production. Including all hydropower […]

SAP assessment & Building Regs compliance report in Reading – Melan, Peppard Road, Sonning Common, RG4 9NJ

Syntegra Consulting appointed energy consultants to undertake a site survey and building regulations compliance check report for Part L compliance for a  major property refurbishment and extension in Sonning Common, Reading. The following recommendations were as follows: 1    Glazing U-value to install as 1.6w/m2k 2    Roof insulated 300mm insulation 3    210 litre MEGAFLOW HE cylinder installed […]

Only 31 homes reach code level 6

Only 31 homes have been built to level 6 of the Code for Sustainable Homes since it was introduced four years ago, according to communities department research, writes Thomas Lane. The figures are revealed in a report published last week that shows how many homes have received the government’s “zero carbon” certification since the introduction […]

Air conditioning inspections- 16No. buildings, BP-Castrol, Pangbourne Reading

Syntegra Consulting has successfully undertaken the Air Conditioning Inspection of BP Castrol Technology centre in Pangbourne. The BP Castrol Technology Centre consists of sixteen buildings. The No16 buildings of the BP Technology Centre mainly comprise office, laboratory and storage areas. These are mainly single, two and three storey buildings. The undertaking of an ACI (Air […]

Energy Statement London – 2No. units, 1 Melrose Road, Wandsworth, London, SW18 1ND

Syntegra Consulting instructed to undertake an energy statement to support a planning application for a new build development in Wandsworth borough council consisting of 2No. 4 storey townhouses. The report demonstrated compliance to current building regulations along with the core strategy for the council , its sustainability checklist requirements and the recent London Plan July […]

Energy strategy report – 57 Rydal Gardens, Hounslow, Middlesex, TW3 2JJ

Syntegra Consulting instructed to undertake an energy strategy report to support a planning application to convert  a house (located in Hounslow) into 2No. self-contained flats. To meet the planning policy of 20% CO2 emision reduction via renewables the report recommended a combi boiler  + 3.4kW Photovoltaic (PV) to be integrated into the conversion project.

Energy Consultants – 4No. units Tile Kiln Lane, Highgate, London, N6

Syntegra Consulting instructed as energy consultants to undertake SAP calculations/BRUKL compliance check reports/Predictive Energy Assessments(PEAs) and Energy Performance Certificates (EPCs) along with U-value design consultancy for a new build development in Highgate, London, N6.

Energy Statement – Mixed use development – 11-13 Fortress Road, London, NW5 1AD

Syntegra Consulting instructed to undertake an energy strategy statement and scheme design for a mixed use development in NW5 consisting of 15No. residential flats and commercial units at ground level. The report was undertaken to support planning application submission and demonstrated numerous M&E sustainable design options to achieve Part-L compliance and the required 20% CO2 […]