Green Data Centre Market Set To Skyrocket In 2016
Last week’s news that digital giant Google plan to buy enough renewable energy to power two cities to provide for its data centres is a clear indication that the data centre market is going green in a major way in the next 12 months. In fact, according to a new survey, the global market for […]
IEA: Renewables will dominate new electricity capacity thanks to falling costs
Thanks to their falling costs and continued rapid expansion in emerging economies; Renewables are set to represent the largest source of growth in electricity generating capacity over the next five years, according to the International Energy Agency (IEA)’s Medium Term Renewable Energy Market Report 2015. This growth means that renewables could result in global electricity […]
Energy efficiency in the UK
According to the Department of Energy and Climate Change (DECC), the UK energy efficiency improves year on year. Energy efficiency is measured as energy consumption per unit of economic output. The GDP grew about 2.6% in 2014 while the energy ratio (a measure of energy efficiency) fell by around 5.6% between 2013 and 2014. But […]
The Five Key Pillars for ‘Energy Union’
Currently, the EU imports 53% of its energy and six EU Member States are totally reliant on Russia for gas imports, so President Juncker’s European Commission (EC) unveiled its Energy Union strategy in February. There are five pillars to be named: a solidarity clause, the free flow across energy borders, energy efficiency before supply, transition […]
FABRIC FIRST: Maximising Performance, Minimising Cost
Fabric First is a design approach to building which emphasises in-built energy efficiency through maximising the thermal performance of the building envelope and ensuring the building elements work together to be as energy efficient as possible. Energy efficiency is incorporated into the building fabric over its lifetime. Buildings designed with a fabric first approach don’t […]
Energy Efficiency in SME Office Buildings: practising what we preach!
Thames Valley Chamber of Commerce Group organises over 200 events per year, which vary from focused networking events to specialised speaker events; covering subjects such as property, transport and international trade. One of the sessions for Energy Forum was held on Thursday 17th July 2014 10:00 – 13:00 hrs. in SEGRO- slough. With the theme […]
Air Conditioning Systems to meet New Legislation
What is this new legislation? After January 1st 2015 “the use of recycled HCFC’s will be prohibited in the maintenance and servicing of refrigeration and air conditioning equipment existing at that date” (www.r22-legislation.co.uk, 2014). Why is this legislation being brought in? Because of the environmental damage that the use of R22s cause, specifically ozone depletion […]
G7 ENERGY SUMMIT
The G7 Energy summit which took place on the 5th-6th May 2014, had the main aim of setting a common energy policy in order to ensure a reliable, diversified and economically sustainable energy supply on a worldwide scale. The main statement considerations regarded the need to address energy security challenges of developments in Ukraine as […]
RENEWABLE ENERGY INVESTMENTS: A CASE STUDY
The Energy Efficiency Investments have benefits both in terms of cost and energy consumption reductions. The Energy Department have more than 120 manufacturers that have made smart investments to save on energy costs as well as cut greenhouse gas emissions improving their bottom lines. The Bernard Matthews’ turkey farms represent an example of investment in […]
£5,000 Energy efficiency grant available for business – Attained by Syntegra Consulting
The low carbon energy consultants, Syntegra Consulting, have demonstrated that they lead by example and practice what they preach by successfully undertaking a full energy audit and successfully attaining approval for and ERDF Low Carbon Workspaces grant for their HQ building in Reading, Berkshire. Syntegra House is a three-storey 4,000sqft freehold property built in the […]
Syntegra Consulting demonstrate significant client savings(Carbon/Energy/Money) in 2013
How does a client know who to appoint when considering their design team or trusted advisors? There is plentiful research to show that the human brain is not only inclined to be attracted to people who are like ourselves but who are trusted and credible in their own niche. So why consider Syntegra Consulting? For […]
Leinster Mews, London – ESR , SAP
Syntegra Consulting Ltd have been appointed as Energy Consultants, SAP and CSH Assessors for the proposed scheme in Leinster Mews, London. It consists of a four-story family house, located in an urban residential area in London. The design of the proposed development has incorporated building fabric enhancement (above current building regulations requirements) to increase the […]
10-27 Connaught House, Muswell Hill, London – ESR, SAP
Syntegra Consulting Ltd have been appointed as Energy Consultants, SAP and CSH Assessors for the proposed scheme in Muswell Hill, London. It is comprised of 8 new residential units contained within the extended roof of the redeveloped building located in an urban residential area in London. The study has incorporated building fabric enhancement (above current […]
Pros and cons of natural ventilation energy efficiency
Energy efficiency is the keystone of the revolution in new buildings; one concept that has been suggested is natural ventilation in order to reduce the energy consumption (as opposed to mechanical ventilation). The main idea is to use the difference of temperature in the building to generate the air flow (without any fan). Thereby, natural ventilation […]
Building’s Green For Growth – Display Energy Certificates
DECs standing for Display Energy Certificates were thought to assess the energy consumption of a building accompanied by a report which include advice on how to improve the efficiency of the dwelling . It must also be renewed each year by an accredited assessor who will use the software approved by the government. In 2011, the […]
Understanding commercial and industrial scale solar PV installation
Syntegra Consulting attended a workshop from Ikaros Solar in understanding how a well designed PV system can help to offset large utility bills and also be a very sound long term financial investment. This workshop was particularly relevant because after months of indecision and misinformation, the solar PV industry is starting to get back on […]
The Growth and Benefits of Underfloor Heating Systems within the UK
Underfloor heating has become increasingly prevalent within the UK in recent years; now being installed in approximately 50% of new commercial builds and an increasing number of domestic projects. This is due to the growing recognition of the benefits associated with underfloor heating. Underfloor heating is perhaps the most energy efficient heating method available. With […]
Wall insulation -Energy Efficiency in Building
In a building a well installed insulation ensures energy efficiency in every part of the building envelope and more specifically on walls. Insulation is a key component of the wall to achieve a low U-value and there are lots of innovative building systems for wall insulation. LOGIX Build Solutions launched their new LOGIX IFCs products […]
133-135 Kew Road, Richmond – BREEAM Domestic Refurbishment Pre-Assessment
Syntegra Consulting has been appointed to conduct a BREEAM domestic refurbishment pre-assessment and energy strategy report for 133-135 Kew Road; close to the busy heart of Richmond upon Thames. The property is within a three storey end-terrace building and is being converted from an office space to a two bedroom flat above a prestigious health […]
Reducing Artificial Light Pollution under BREEAM
The use of artificial lighting has become integral to many modern day uses; roads, streets, security, outdoor sports facilities and to improve the appearance of buildings at night. However, increased light levels at night can cause problems. With increasing complaints to local authorities, it is apparent that light pollution at night can become intrusive. Light […]
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 […]
Thermographic surveys: Syntegra Consulting Launches new Testing and Compliance service
Building envelope leaks, poor or inadequate insulation, moisture and substandard work are costly to commercial and residential building owners- a Thermographic survey can quickly help you identify where energy efficiency can be improved. Depending on our client’s requirements, surveys can range from an external overview of each elevation of the building under review, through to […]
Attention all Landlords: Landlord’s Energy Saving Allowance
If you are a landlord and make energy saving improvements to your property, you could reduce the tax you pay. You can do this by claiming the ‘Landlord’s Energy Saving Allowance’ (LESA). The following will detail the eligibility requirements, what the allowance covers and how to apply for it. This tax allowance allows private landlords […]
Green construction Market Trends in the UK
“Green construction is quite simply better construction”- Paul King (Green Building Council) In the UK, the Government has committed to a 26% to 32% by 2020 and a 60% reduction of CO₂ by 2050. The former Department of Trade and Industry (Now replaced by the Department for Business, Enterprise & Regulatory Reform) has stated that […]
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