Finding a renewable solution to heating in winter

Steep and alarming increase in winter deaths last year Figures released this week have shown a steep and alarming increase in winter deaths during winter of last year. A 29% increase on the previous winter statistics for England and Wales brings sharply into light the...

Passive House Institute launches 3D design tool

designPH software takes Passive House planning to a whole new level Passive House planning has never been more convenient. The new designPH, a 3D model interface developed by the Passive House Institute, allows for graphic input of energy related design data. Details...

Energy costs still under the spotlight

Renewable energy is a viable solution Data from energy regulator Ofgem shows that energy companies continue to see increased profits as a result of energy price rises with the average profit from dual fuel customers reaching £53 in 2012 – as of November this...

ECO software approved for all measures

Stroma Certification’s bespoke ECO software now BRE approved for all measures Stroma Certification’s ECO Engine is now the only software on the market to be approved for undertaking Ofgem-compliant ECO scoring calculations for all measures. Approval has been...

Armstrong Ceilings fit for purpose at new-look leisure centre

Mineral tiles and canopies score hat-trick in £2 million redevelopment of a leisure centre Armstrong Ceilings’ products were specified by architects Arkon Associates for Woking Leisure Centre, operated by freedom leisure in partnership with Woking Borough...