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BREEAM NC 2018 – Engagement, Timeline and Cost Implications

29th December 2019|Comments Off on BREEAM NC 2018 – Engagement, Timeline and Cost Implications

Engagement Early engagement with the BREEAM UK New Construction (NC) scheme and appointment of a licensed Assessor is important to achieve optimal integration of the methodology into the new-build procurement process. At this early [...]

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Main Changes proposed to the Future Homes Standard

7th October 2019|Comments Off on Main Changes proposed to the Future Homes Standard

The UK government has published plans to update building regulations in the Future Home Standard Consultation. There is a consultation on the actual size of uplifting part L (conservation of power and energy) with a requirement [...]

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Government Consultation: Part L and Part F – Changes to the Building Regulations

2nd October 2019|Comments Off on Government Consultation: Part L and Part F – Changes to the Building Regulations

We have prepared a summary of the Main Changes Proposed to the Future Homes Standard (click here). The expected changes to the Building Regulations are starting with Part L for new homes, including changes [...]

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Your Essential Guide To SBEM Calculations

16th September 2019|Comments Off on Your Essential Guide To SBEM Calculations

A high priority within the building industry is to find waysto create greener, more sustainable developments. As a result, energyefficiency is a high priority in the UK. Energy assessments are [...]

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How To Pass An SBEM Assessment

3rd September 2019|Comments Off on How To Pass An SBEM Assessment

When we complete an SBEM calculation we provide an EnergyPerformance Certificate (EPC) to demonstrate compliance. There are several criterions for Part L2A of the UK’sCommercial Building Regulations in order to [...]

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How Many People Are killed by Noise Abuse Every Year?

2nd September 2019|Comments Off on How Many People Are killed by Noise Abuse Every Year?

Research shows that loud sound can have a significant impact on human health, as well as doing devastating damage to ecosystems. […]