Landlords face significant bills to implement energy efficiencies
Landlords face the prospect of paying for measures to improve their properties’ energy efficiency under a new government proposal. Minimum standards meaning properties can only be let if they reach a band E or above in the EPC ratings will come into effect in April. Previously landlords had been expected to rely on finance from […]
Business As Usual For Building Services
The building services industry should assume that European regulations that currently affect the UK will still be in force immediately after Britain leaves the European Union (EU) in 2019, says CIBSE technical director Hywel Davies. ‘Leaving the EU will change nothing immediately – at least in terms of legislation that affects our industry,’ said Davies, […]
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 […]
SBEM Calculations
SBEM (or Simplify Building Energy Model) is a software tool developed by BRE for the Department for Communities and Local Government and provides an analysis of a building’s energy consumption. SBEM is used for non domestic buildings in support of the National Calculation Methodology (NCM), the Energy Performance of Buildings Directive (EPBD) and the Green […]
Energy Consultants and BREEAM Assessors – 43 Hammy Lane, Shoreham – by – sea, West Sussex, BN45
Syntegra Consulting Ltd have been successfully appointed as Energy Consultants and BREEAM Assessors to produce an Energy Strategy Report for the development of a warehouse with ancillary offices at 43 Hammy Lane, Shoreham – by – sea, West Sussex, BN45. The design stage included; – BREEAM Hyrdology and flood risk assessment report – BREEAM Ecology […]
DECC release figures for first quarter on Green Deal for energy efficiency improvements
The DECC (Department of Energy and Climate Change) has released first quarter figures on the Green Deal for energy efficiency improvements. The statistics reveal that around 40,000 Green Deal Assessments have been undertaken since the scheme started. 47% of households who had received a Green Deal Advice Report following an assessment said that they were […]
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 […]
73 Guilford Street – New Build Residential Flats
Syntegra Consulting Ltd has been appointed as energy consultants to provide SAP assessments based on proposed scheme U – values and Energy Performance Certificates for the development at 73 Guilford Street, London, WC1N 1DF. The development is a 7No. Flats building located in residential area. Syntegra will offer consultancy advice in relation to Building […]
Syntegra Consulting at the Big Green Home Show
On Saturday 27th October, Syntegra Consulting shall be presenting an exclusive seminar at Swindon’s Big Green Home Show; the UK’s largest exhibition for anyone wishing to make their home more eco-friendly. The Big Green Home Show, held at the National Self-Build & Renovation Centre, provides a hub of knowledge on all aspects of green building […]
2 Ada Street, London – Syntegra appointed MEP design consultants
Syntegra were appointed MEP design consultants to provide outline design, SAP assessments, EPCs and building Regs Part L compliance reports for a mixed use development consisting of 6 residential flats and 2 commercial units in Hackney, London. Syntegra Consulting have seen this project 2 Ada Street, London E8 shortlisted for the Hackney Design Award 2012. […]
Commercial Energy Performance Certificate – Jamia Ahmaddiyya, 2 South Gardens, London, SW19 2NT
Syntegra Consulting were appointed to undertake an Energy Performance Certificate (EPC) assessment for a commercial property of 2327 m2. The building emission rate for property acheived 40.21 kgCO2/m2. Its Energy Performance Asset Rating achieved B, which is well above the grade D rating for a typical building of its type.
BCO report helps office sector facing new environmental challenges
With an aim to help understand the measurement of energy efficiency for buildings from a whole-life carbon viewpoint, the BCO has published the Whole-Life Carbon Footprint Measurement And Office report to prepare for tighter environmental legislation on office design. Under the pressure of new legislation shifting the balance from operational emission management to embodied emission […]
Energy Procurement Contract EPC
Energy Performance Contracting (EPC) is a performance-based procurement method and financial mechanism whereby the savings made on utility bills by installing more sustainable and energy efficient building systems pay for the cost of the project. There are many benefits to Energy Performance Contracting including; Energy Security – EPC on a national level can make a […]
Green Energy Consultants
Green energy also referred to as renewable or sustainable energy are energy provisions that have no long term impact on the environment and are replenished by nature. They meet the energy requirements of the present without compromising the ability of future generations to meet their needs. Unlike the use of fossil fuels which cannot be […]
3No. flats 235 Upper Richmond, London, SW15 6TQ
Syntegra Consulting appointed to undertake SAP calculations and On-Construction-EPCs for 3No. flats in Putney.
Energy assessor – Staines
Syntegra Consulting strengthen their team and coverage to undertake domestic EPCs and commercial EPCs in Staines (TW Postal code). We are able to turnaround a professional energy assessment service to clients in the Staines and surrounding areas.
Energy assessor – Reading
Syntegra Consulting strengthen their team and coverage to undertake domestic EPCs and commercial EPCs in Reading (RG postal code). We are able to turnaround a professional energy assessment service to clients in the Reading and surrounding areas.
Energy assessor – Swindon
Syntegra Consulting strengthen their team and coverage to undertake residential EPCs and commercial EPCs in Swindon (SN postal code). We are able to turnaround a professional energy assessment service to clients in the Swindon and surrounding areas.
Energy assessor – Oxford
Syntegra Consulting stregthen their team and coverage to undertake domestic EPCs and commercial EPCs in Oxford (OX Postal code). We are able to turnaround a professional energy assessment service to clients in the Oxford and surrounding areas.
Commercial (EPC)-Offices, Warminster, Wiltshire, BA12
Syntegra Consulting have been instructed to undertake Commercial EPC assessments for a 3 storey office in Warminster, Wiltshire, BA12 circa 3,000 sqft. The building is a self-build that the owner/occupier (DG Signal Ltd) undertook 5 years ago. The client occupies two floors and leases out the 1st floor. For more information on our Commercial EPC […]
What is a Home Energy Report?
A domestic Energy Performance Certificate (EPC) is sometimes referred to as a Home Energy Report. Via our Green Surveyor ® brand we can undertake an EPC / Home Energy report across the UK. This is a legal requirement for all domestic properties to have when marketed for sale or let. For an accurate definition refer […]
There is a marked trend in relation to EPC rating and a tenants decision making
It is becoming apparent that EPC’s are becoming a vital part of the decision-making process for landlords and tenants. The Energy Efficiency Partnership (EEPH) highlighted that almost 1/3rd or tenants who moved afer October 2008 stated that the EPC was used when selecting a property to rent. Circa 23% of tenants requested the Landlord to […]
Will properties with a low scoring EPC rating be fined?
A recent discussion by an environmental group around energy performance certificates has urged that homes with an EPC rating below D should be banned from being marketed for sale/let unless they have been improved. In response to the latter a senior executive at the Energy Saving Trust has backed this up by stating ‘the move […]
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