News archive for September, 2022
Computational Fluid Dynamic Analysis Helps Improve Indoor Air Quality
Posted on September 29th 2022
Computational fluid dynamics (CFD) analysis can diagnose risks of inadequate air distribution which can impacts both occupants and the building. Poor indoor air quality increases the risks of spreading illnesses between occupants (WHO), leads to uncomfortable occupants and reductions in productivity. Computational Fluid Dynamics (CFD) analysis is a powerful tool to be used when developing the ventilation strategy. It can …
How Circular Economy Principles Can Impact Carbon and Value
Posted on September 29th 2022
With the help of our technical input, the UK Green Building Council has recently launched a report that focuses on how circularity can support reductions in whole life carbon. We were a key contributor to the report, specifically focusing on maximising reuse to reduce upfront carbon emissions. The aim of the report was to increase understanding on how circularity can …
Heat Network Strategies for West London Electricity Shortages
Posted on September 29th 2022
West London Boroughs are currently experiencing significant electrical capacity constraints, with large areas, particularly in Ealing and Hounslow, at 100% capacity (Greater London Authority). This comes at a time when heating strategies are increasingly electrified with heat pumps, thus exacerbating the issue and increasing the electrical requirements of each site. Experience to date indicates that planning authorities are not pulling …
Future Homes and Buildings Standard: Clarity for Existing Heat Networks
Posted on September 29th 2022
Existing heat networks will not have to be fully decarbonised in order to provide Future Homes and Buildings Standards compliant heat supplies in 2025. The government have issued a clear statement of intent outlining how new buildings subject to challenging CO2 targets under future building regulations will be able to connect to existing heat networks without requiring the removal and …