Case study: Passivhaus Plus Hackbridge Primary School

Building on performance: CIBSE awards analysis

The quality of data in entries to the CIBSE Building Performance Awards is improving, says Julie Godefroy, who reveals new categories for the 2025 accolades, which are now open for submissions

Safe and practical applications: natural refrigerants

The higher flammability of low-GWP refrigerants in heat pumps and air conditioning systems has to be carefully considered by designers and installers. Alex Smith reports

The good, bad and illegal: rules and guidelines for IAQ

How can you tell whether the indoor air quality of buildings is safe for occupants? DustScanAQ’s Oliver Puddle gives a summary of current regulations and guidelines for monitoring air pollutants

Predicting heat pump performance: a simplified analysis

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

Case study: Passivhaus Plus Hackbridge Primary School

Hackbridge Primary is the first Passivhaus Plus-certified school, setting a new standard for sustainable design and operational efficiency. Andy Pearson talks to members of the project team about the award-winning scheme

Tories and Labour clash over energy policy ahead of election

Championing competence

CIBSE President Adrian Catchpole reflects on the highlights of his 12 months in office, which have had a particular focus on improving building services competence and attracting the next generation of talent through the launch of the STEM Ambassador scheme

Gratitude and growth

More than 1,000 CIBSE volunteers are being celebrated for their passion and drive this Volunteers Week, recognised for their key role in everything from skills development to industry support

Driving advanced digital solutions for building services engineering: help shape the future of AEC products

Autodesk provides various channels and communities for you to share your feedback and insights. Learn how you can contribute Autodesk Revit design enhancements.

Intelligent solutions for safer water systems

Continuous monitoring of water quality within HVAC systems plays a vital role in ensuring the long-term health and longevity of building networks, avoiding costly repairs, replacement or downtime.

Ideal Heating Launches ECOMOD Natural Refrigerant Commercial Heat Pumps

The model is the first of a series next generation ECOMOD heat pumps to be released this year

Module 234: Decarbonising commercial buildings through life-cycle asset management

This module explores the drivers that have expanded industry expertise around life-cycle asset management, and how a more holistic approach has helped boost efforts to decarbonise the built environment