The team that designed and built two low carbon buildings which generate their own energy at Swansea University, is publishing a toolkit of the design principles that they used. The aim is to encourage others to construct similar “Active Buildings” as it would drastically cut the UK’s carbon
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Cooling: hidden threat for climate change and sustainable goals
A new study, led by the University of Oxford and published recently in Nature Sustainability, sets out a framework for delivering sustainable cooling. It also examines cooling needs in the context of sustainable development, and finds that this is a global blind spot. ‘Cooling is essential to human well-being and health,
‘ClearSkies’ certification mark launched for solid fuel stoves
A new objective and independent emissions and energy performance certification mark for solid fuel stoves and fireplaces that clearly demonstrates appliance manufacturers’ commitment to improving air quality has been welcomed by government. Commenting on the new clearSkies scheme a spokesperson for Defra said: “We welcome this launch of the
New Green Home Grant Scheme Launches
Homeowners and landlords can now see for themselves how the government’s new Green Homes Grant scheme can help make their homes warmer and more energy efficient. Business and Energy Secretary Alok Sharma recently unveiled a new opportunity for consumers to get tips for making their homes more energy efficient, and details
New partnership to deliver zero-carbon affordable homes
Developer Hill Group has formed a joint venture partnership with Bioregional Homes to build zero-carbon, affordable homes that are for sale to local people. The partnership will embrace Bioregional Homes’ One Planet Living® principles – building homes that are zero carbon, from sustainable materials using modern methods of construction