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Balancing energy and water conservation in HVAC

Steve Dawson, product manager – closed systems, from Guardian Water Treatment, looks at the most water and energy intensive processes in HVAC and how to improve their sustainability...

16 Jan 2025

Can hybrid systems solve our future gas network challenge?

Darran Smith, technical manager at Alpha considers what happens to the UK’s extensive gas network in our low-carbon heat future. A managed transition is critical for network operators and households, so should we do more to support the hybrid option ...

16 Jan 2025

It’s a New Dawn, a New Day, a New USA President – What Impact on Global Energy?

Rinnai’s Chris Goggin looks at the potential impact of the new American President, Donald Trump, may have on international energy issues. This objective analysis on the global energy transition will cover carbon emissions, energy options and all climate issues relating to Net Zero. There is no conclusion but many questions.

8 Jan 2025

Natasha King, product manager at Vent-Axia

Preparing for Awaab’s Law

The Government has announced it is launching a consultation on a new Decent Homes Standard for the rented sectors as soon as possible, as well as bringing forward Awaab’s Law in the social rented sector this autumn. Many social housing providers ...

17 Dec 2024

The evolution of efficiency standards: what it means for the heating sector

Energy efficiency in heating systems has become a central focus of UK policy as the government targets a more sustainable, low-carbon future by 2027. In line with broader climate goals, the UK has introduced stricter regulations to improve building ...

17 Dec 2024

The UK heat pump market is warming up

Chloe Davis, policy and communications executive at the Heat Pump Association, explores the latest data to provide insight into the UK heat pump market and reflects on the Labour Government’s role in accelerating heat pump deployment...

1 Nov 2024

Darren Townend, commercial product manager, Hamworthy Heating

The benefits of modern modular boilers in plant room design

Up until recent years, large traditional floor-standing boilers have been the go-to solution for buildings requiring high heat output. However, as floor space becomes a valuable commodity, manufacturers have responded by providing a range of boilers ...

1 Nov 2024

Ryan Kirkwood, engineering solutions manager at Baxi

Building solutions in decarbonisation drive

Heat in buildings accounts for nearly a quarter of total UK carbon emissions, so working with building owners and managers now to identify the achievable options is crucial if we are to achieve 2050 Net Zero. Ryan Kirkwood, engineering solutions ...

1 Nov 2024

Unveiling the true meaning of value engineering in commercial hot water

Rinnai has released a whitepaper – “Optimising Domestic Hot Water Systems for Archetype Care Homes: A Value Engineering Approach” which, within the main body of the analysis, is a case study demonstrating the optimal solution for DHW provision in an archetype care home with specific requirements including a 20% reduction in carbon footprint, OPEX considerations and available space for only 2 heat pumps.

24 Oct 2024

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Latest Features

Balancing energy and water conservation in HVAC

Can hybrid systems solve our future gas network challenge?

It’s a New Dawn, a New Day, a New USA President – What Impact on Global Energy?

Preparing for Awaab’s Law

The evolution of efficiency standards: what it means for the heating sector

The UK heat pump market is warming up

The benefits of modern modular boilers in plant room design

Building solutions in decarbonisation drive

Unveiling the true meaning of value engineering in commercial hot water

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