A simplified energy analysis model for residential heat pump retrofits aims to show if a system is performing as expected. Tony Day FCIBSE describes the method and how to use it to predict coefficient of performance against daily degree-days
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Lessons in heat pump optimisation
Decarbonising heat in existing schools is vital to UK net zero targets, but optimal heat pump efficiency is not always straightforward. Baxi’s Andy Green discusses lessons learned from decarbonising three swimming pool buildings for a multi-academy trust
Fitness fanatics: the CIBSE Technical Symposium 2024
Making buildings fit for the future was the theme of the CIBSE Technical Symposium, which took place at Cardiff University last month. Alex Smith and Molly Tooher-Rudd report on the sold-out event, at which 86 peer-revewed building services papers were presented
The vital role of flow and energy measurement in hospital HVAC systems
Discover how this global shift towards precision and efficiency has resulted in another successful project using digital flow solutions from Badger Meter.
Nurturing talent: behind the scenes at SoPHE’s Plumbing Centre of Excellence
The Society of Public Health Engineers looks to advance careers in plumbing and heating by fostering a proactive approach to education. Sanjay Modasia, who helps coordinate the society’s events, answers questions about the Plumbing Centre of Excellence
Building climate resilience in China and Britain
A China-UK forum shared knowledge on building climate resilience. Dr Anastasia Mylona reports
Critical juncture: insights from the government’s heat pump research seminar
The government’s heat pump research seminar revealed opportunities to roll out heat pumps for all building types, but studies suggest there is still work to do to ensure optimised performance. Alex Smith and Molly Tooher-Rudd report
Futureproofing buildings with ambient loop technology
Achieving net-zero by 2050 requires a crucial focus on decarbonising the built environment. Here, Daikin’s Matteo Dall’Ombra, explains the pivotal role of ambient loop technology advancements, specifically within collective buildings
Futureproofing buildings with ambient loop technology
Achieving net-zero by 2050 requires a crucial focus on decarbonising the built environment. Here, Daikin’s Matteo Dall’Ombra, explains the pivotal role of ambient loop technology advancements, specifically within collective buildings
Hanging with the cool set: servicing the Frieze art fair
Controlling the internal environment of the Frieze Los Angeles art fair is essential to ensure Hollywood’s celebrity set are not distracted from the serious business of buying art. Molly Tooher-Rudd talks to mstep’s Sasha Krstanovic about the comfort strategy at the five-day art event