The Future of Standard Assessment Procedure (SAP) Calculations

The Standard Assessment Procedure (SAP) is a method for evaluating and comparing the energy performance of dwellings in the UK. They provide a standardised method to underpin the UK’s environmental policies relating to energy performance in dwellings. Based on predefined comfort and occupancy conditions, SAPs look at both the energy consumed by a dwelling and […]

53 Alexandra Grove,London- Energy Statement

Syntegra Consulting Ltd have been appointed as energy consultants to produce an energy strategy for the scheme at 53 Alexandra Grove, London, N12 8HE– to support the scheme design process, demonstrate Building regulations Part L1A compliance, to demonstrate consideration to achieve a 20% CO2 emission reduction against the CIBSE standard case model via renewable technology, […]

Code for Sustainable Homes

The Code for Sustainable Homes was launched in December 2006.  It replaced EcoHomes in England since April 2007.  The aim is to make the Code for Sustainable Homes as a single standard to achieve sustainable building for new build homes in UK. The Code for Sustainable Homes set 6 levels of efficiency, with level 6 […]

The Code for Sustainable Homes: PV or Solar Thermal?

The rising targets and requirements of the Code for Sustainable Homes has led to somewhat conflicting information and views with regards to what is most practical and cost effective renewable energy solution techniques and methods. Since inception, Syntegra Consulting has actively approached influential and key decision makers within the building and construction industry with the […]

Achieving code level 5 for Sustainable Homes Assessment

Aiming to not only build a high quality, sustainable and energy efficient 21st centre housing, but also be flexible in meeting the potential requirement of tenants in the future, new council housing developments targeted to help regenerate certain area within the city and local communities. Sustainable technologies and specifications, such as solar panels and triple […]

‘Timber-first’ planning policy moot by Hackney council

In order to promote timber construction, Hackney council is planning new policy on it.  Because of the advantages considering embodied emissions, the tallest timber tower has already been boasted by the east London borough. While the importance of sustainable development has been emphasized by government’s National Planning Policy Framework (NPPF), the embodied energy is not […]

Syntegra Consulting Ltd and Mitsubishi Electric successfully co-hosted a free CPD seminar; ‘A Sustainable Approach on New and Existing Homes’ at The Building Centre in Central London on the 8th March 2012

Syntegra Consulting Ltd and Mitsubishi Electric successfully co-hosted a free CPD seminar; ‘New and Existing homes: A Sustainable Approach’ at The Building Centre in Central London on the 8th March 2012. ‘’Our CPD Accredited seminar ‘New and Existing Homes: A S ustainable Approach’ is an invaluable insight for Housing Professionals. The seminar focused on Part […]

Rain Water Harvesting

Save Mains Water. Save Money We should all make the most of the rainwater coming off our own roof. We each use an average of 160 litres of tap water every day. But you don’t need drinking quality water brought in from miles away to flush WC’s, wash clothes, water the garden,clean the car, wash […]

Code for Sustainable Homes – Hazeldene, Deptford Lane, Greywell, Hampshire

Syntegra Consulting appointed energy consultants for a Code level 3 target development of 1No. single detached 5 bedroom dwelling in Hampshire. Specialist consultancy also to be undertaken by Syntegra Consulting include, SWMP consultancy, Home User guide production, SAP calculations, Building Regs Part L  compliance checks, EPC, day-lighting calculations, LZC feasibility report, Hydrology consultancy, Ecology consultancy.

Renewable Energy Technology Developers & Manufactures seek Syntegra’s advice for the implementation in the building environment

The introduction of Feed-in- Tariffs, Code for Sustainable Homes and the EPBD,(Energy Performance of Building Directive) in conjunction with the transformation of Building Regulations towards a highly sustainable approach, and the  popularity  of BREEAM sustainability assessments, has lead many RET developers and Manufacturers to turn their eyes to the building environment. It is well known […]

Air tightness testing and Code for Sustainable Homes assessment

The Energy Saving Trust has recently stated that almost 1/3rd of new homes are still failing to meet energy efficiency guidelines as the Code for Sustainable Homes (CfSH) is not being adequately enforced, giving cause for real concern. The state that the UK building regulations are among some of the toughest in Europe, but they […]

Code for Sustainable Homes Assessment services

Due to increased demand from our client base and the fast moving energy legislation in the UK, Syntegra have invested further in their in-house expertise in the Code for Sustainable Homes Assessment services. This will now strengthen our team to two fully qualified members of staff qualified as Code for Sustainable Homes Assessors. We offer […]

The UK’s first code level 6 homes

A South Gloucestershire development by Barratt Developments alongside the Homes and Community Agency have the go ahead to build 195 dwellings to code for sustainable homes level 6 standard. This will be the first large-scale zero carbon housing development that has been given the go ahead in the UK. Syntegra Consulting are able to undertake […]

What does your Code for Sustainable Homes Assessment service involve?

Our Code for Sustainable Homes Assessments include the following: Pre-Assessment reports for planning applications Pre-Assessment reports, advice and guidance at early design stages Planning application support where Code for Sustainable homes is required Registration of your development Working with your design team to ensure knowledge develops along with the project Guidance on achieving specific ratings […]