Retrofitting to PassivHaus standard The secret in obtaining the best possible air test rating is paying attention to detail as early as possible in the project. That is the key to retrofitting to PassivHaus standards. By the time one comes to air testing, a good way through the project, it is already too late…
Emerging technology in energy saving products Trade Shows These are the best way to find out about new technology and new products that are continually emerging into the market place. As I travel around to the various energy saving shows and read up on technology advancement I see a lot of new products so…
Are you in control of your homes sustainability? CLPM’s Sustainability Guru Tony Duffin gives us his views. Get in control of your own homes energy usage and tariffs. Do you trust the quality of vegetables from your own back garden over those bought from a supermarket? Do you support fair trade products because you…
I’ve just finished a sustainability and running costs review for an extension to an existing house.
It was to be built to building regulations but the client also wanted advice on making it more sustainable. So, a few calculation and models later, plus some simple suggestions, and we have halved (read more)