Combined heat and power (CHP) systems have the potential to reduce carbon emissions significantly, as well as being able to displace a proportion of Grid-supplied electricity with locally generated, lower carbon electricity. Paul Riding, head of innovation, Calor, discusses. With residential and commercial developers increasingly under...
Julie Dempster, marketing manager, Forbo Flooring Systems looks at the environmental benefits of linoleum. With an influx of manufacturers claiming to have strong environmental credentials, specifiers need to be able to identify the most sustainable products available. In order to select products, specifiers need to consider...
A review of insulation materials reveals that PIR provides a simple solution to constructing greener buildings, says Dale Kaszycki, marketing manager, EcoTherm Insulation (UK). While the construction industry continues to work towards the ultimate goal of zero carbon buildings, improving the energy-efficiency of existing housing stock...
Wool, if it were to be invented tomorrow, would be hailed as an environmental super material, says Mark Lynn, commercial and technical director, Second Nature. In Watford, just north of London, a remarkable building has recently been completed. The Natural House, a project undertaken by The Prince’s...
Denise Freeman, head of marketing, Sto discusses how wsing External Wall Insulation Systems can address the big issue of inefficient housing stock. We all know the figures: 80% reduction in carbon emissions by 2050; 30% of all carbon emissions come from housing; 80% of the houses...
New solutions must be found for those problem areas where, increasingly, the space available for insulation is at a premium, says Tony Millichap, technical manager, Kingspan Insulation. VIPS: the next generation insulationThere is increasing pressure on the construction industry to develop new approaches to the issue...
Plumb Center was recognised as Best Plumbing and Heating Merchant (Environmental Focus) at the recent Builders' Merchants Awards for Excellence. Having been short listed in the final three, the company's dedication to promoting sustainability and renewable technologies throughout its business helped to secure the coveted...
A project that helps people save on their energy bills and reduce their impact on the environment has picked up a ‘green’ award. Knowsley Housing Trust’s Save Energy, Save Money scheme received a Green Apple Environment Award at a prestigious ceremony at the House of Commons. Save...
Leading manufacturers, consultants, contractors and end users are being invited to compete for top honours in the forthcoming National Heat Pump Awards 2012. Entries are now invited for eleven categories in the expanded annual awards, which celebrate top technology, projects and personal contributions in this rapidly...
CarbonLight Homes offered as a potential benchmark Kettering Borough Council is encouraging the developers of the Kettering East Sustainable Urban Extension to consider the key principles of VELUX’s CarbonLight Homes in Rothwell. The 329 hectare site has outline planning permission for 5,500 new homes which will...
