30 October 2008
Simon Napper explains the difference between an energy audit, survey and review.
30 October 2008
There are many different types of green roof and buyers should choose carefully on the basis of their functional and climatic requirements says a new study at the University of Texas.
30 September 2008
A new study from the European Commission’s Joint Research Centre (JRC) concludes that 7% of the EU’s total annual carbon emissions could be saved through the use of three simple measures.
30 September 2008
SB examines the dynamic in this low energy Victorian house refurbishment in Camden.
30 September 2008
Thousands of old terraces are slated for demolition, but a new report says they could be the sustainable homes of the future says Jon Reeds.
30 September 2008
High levels of insulation can minimise the need for central heating in new housing. Ben Kochan reports on York’s Passivhaus approach to reducing energy consumption.
30 September 2008
New build supermarkets now include renewable energy sources, rainwater collection and systems to reduce energy consumption and lower emissions, reports Ben Kochan
28 August 2008
Ben Kochan examines the efforts of cement and concrete industries to improve their enviromental performance
28 August 2008
Zed Homes overcame rejection with high environmental standards. Ben Kochan reports
31 July 2008
Positioning obviates the need for mechanical ventilation in this environmentally efficient housing development. Ben Kochan reports