Energy and co2 Emmisions

1. Energy and co2 Emmisions

Engineers/Architects should agree realistic and measurable targets for energy and CO2 at the concept stage of a Project.
The energy strategy for these targets should be clearly defined.
Energy strategy reports are already required to support the planning application of major projects in Greater London Authority area and other authorities are considering adopting a similar approach.
Energy strategy reports should demonstrate that design team has given due consideration to all zero and low CO2 technologies that could be employed to meet a proportion of the buildings energy demand.

The following can help with guidance;

• Sustainability CIBSE Guide L Section 5.1
• http://www.london.gov.uk
• http://www.decc.gov.uk/

Each of the links below will direct you to a page with information regarding the chosen topic.

• 1.1 Reducing demand
• 1.2 Meeting end use demands
• 1.3 Supply from low carbon sources
• 1.4 Supply from renewable sources
• 1.5 Energy management

The following DBP case studies may also be useful in this area.

DBP00018 - Intelligent Motor Control Centres
DBP00050 - Modular Lighting System
DBP00106 - Lighting Energy Conservation
DBP00121 - Kingspan Koolduct Ducting System
DBP00157 - Reduce Co2 with Higher Grade Steel
DBP00160 - Reducing Heat Build up in Ceiling Voids
DBP00183 - LED Lighting
DBP00223 - LED Street Lights
DBP00228 - Natural Light Tubes
DBP00288 - Zero Carbon Satellite Welfare Cabins
DBP00309 - Low Carbon Concrete