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EPC: EPC Conventions

CIBSE Low Carbon Energy Assessors who produce Energy Performance Certificates must be aware of the ‘conventions’, writes Andrew…

May 2011

Module 28: Variations in thermal transmittance

The ‘U value’ of building elements are at the heart of all building models. But is the humble…

May 2011

Module 27: Indoor air quality

Air quality is set to become even more significant in the work of the building professional, and this…

April 2011

Module 26: Heat interface units

Requirements for low carbon energy solutions for homes have prompted a rethink on how heating and hot water…

March 2011

Module 25: Applying micro-hydro power generation

Sunlight and wind are seen as key providers of renewable energy, but what potential does naturally flowing water…

February 2011

Module 24: Part L 2010 – new buildings

The aim of achieving ‘zero carbon’ buildings in Britain is at the heart of the revisions to the…

January 2011