April 14, 2023
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Energy Management in the NHS
The Energy Trilemma – affordable, secure and sustainable energy – impacts significantly on the healthcare sector, especially during the current economic downturn....
Tag Archives: Energy Efficient
March 8, 2023
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New Energy Education Programme Launched to Help Schools Save on Sky-high Utility Costs
‘Energy in Schools’ provides energy management and educational tools that could help schools save thousands of pounds per year on energy costs and reduce carbon emissions. The programme will provide...
March 8, 2023
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Passivent Strengthens its Technical Expertise with Senior Appointment
Passivent, one of the UK’s leading manufacturers of natural ventilation solutions, has appointed Huw Poppy to the role of business operations manager....
March 3, 2023
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Building for the Future with Passivhaus Principles
Given the right level of knowledge and experience, Steven Simpson, Managing Director of the Cruden Group, demonstrates that Passivhaus standards can be achieved on sizeable developments, using its recent project...
February 1, 2023
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Passivent’s Soundscoop – The Sound Choice for Natural Ventilation
Balancing effective natural ventilation with reduced noise pollution poses specifiers with a challenge, but leading product manufacturer Passivent has the perfect solution in the form of its patented SoundScoop® acoustic...
December 5, 2022
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Securing the Future of New Builds with Green Plumbing Technologies
In this feature, Martin Nicholson, Divisional Director of Specification at RWC, outlines how green plumbing technologies can lay the foundations to create the green new builds of the future....
December 5, 2022
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Upgrading the Public Sector’s Built Environment Goals from Sustainability to Circularity
Allen Coldrake from Carlisle Construction Materials discusses the need for the public sector to lead by example with a circular approach to sustainability, highlighting a best-practice approach in The Netherlands...
December 5, 2022
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Building Care Homes for a Changing World
With more than 1.9 million requests for support and 841,000 people receiving state-funded long-term care showing in the most recent statistics, social care is in significant demand. Combine that with...
November 7, 2022
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Why Choosing The Right Insulation Matters
There are numerous insulation solutions available and making the right choice for a specific project can be difficult when specifiers must consider all the options. In this article, Paul Barrett,...
November 7, 2022
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A Holistic Approach to Leisure Provision
HLM Architects was commissioned to design the new Wokingham Leisure Centre by Wokingham Borough Council’s Property & Estates Department, with Pellikaan Construction appointed to undertake the build....
October 4, 2022
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Why Natural Ventilation is the Smart Choice for Schools
Ed Richmond, Business Development Manager from natural ventilation specialist Passivent, explains how close collaboration with manufacturers and the consideration of natural ventilation strategies as early as possible can help create...
September 16, 2022
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Bringing Daylighting and Natural Ventilation Together
As specifiers look to improve the energy-efficiency of their projects through the greater use of natural light and effective ventilation strategies, leading product manufacturer Passivent can help streamline the process...
July 27, 2022
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Omnie Whole-house Solution for Devon Barn Conversions
The conversion of three stone-built agricultural buildings near the beautiful Devon town of Totnes is employing a full selection of renewable and low-energy technologies from the range of Exeter based...
June 7, 2022
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Building Future Flexibility into Public Sector Roofs
Philip Moors, UK & Ireland Managing Director of Firestone Building Products, discusses the need to consider future modifications or improvements during the service life of a flat roof when specifying...
May 27, 2022
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Supporting Your Specification – Ventilation Expert Passivent Launches New Website
Natural and hybrid ventilation solutions manufacturer Passivent has launched a brand-new website. With almost 40 years’ experience, Passivent provides a comprehensive range of sustainable and energy efficient ventilation systems to...
March 29, 2022
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The Education Retrofit Revolution
In the face of the on-going energy crisis and rising energy bills, schools, colleges, and universities are under increasing pressure to reduce operational costs. Colin Lawson, Head of Market Intelligence...
March 23, 2022
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New Low Surface Temperature Radiators For The Education Sector
Midlands-based safe heating product provider, Contour Heating, has launched a brand-new low surface temperature radiator that is set to provide the education sector with a cost-effective alternative to their current...
February 17, 2022
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Contour Heating Launches Brand-New Low Surface Temperature Radiator
Midlands-based safe heating product provider, Contour Heating, has launched a brand-new low surface temperature radiator that is set to provide the education sector with a cost-effective alternative to their current...
January 21, 2022
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Contour Set to Launch All New Safe Heating Product Brochure
Midland’s based supplier of safe heating products, Contour Heating, is set to launch a brand-new brochure that will provide customers with a range of new options in 2022....
January 18, 2022
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Incorrect U-Value Calculations Jeopardise Our Future
U-values are vital. Not only do they determine the anticipated thermal efficiency of a building’s fabric, they are a must for new-build and refurbishment projects. ...