On this page, you'll find comprehensive guides to each of the seven energy saving measures included in this framework.
Each section will cover key information to help you understand which would be most suitable for your building, including:
- What it is
- How it works
- How much it's likely to cost
- What the disruption of installation is likely to be
- Whether it's something you can do yourself or not
- Examples of where it's been installed before for energy efficiency
You can also download each guide in PDF format for sharing with colleagues (although for obvious reasons we don't recommend printing these documents!)
A solar PV panel consists of many cells made from layers of semi-conducting material, most commonly silicon. When light shines on this material, a flow of electricity is created.
An energy storage system allows you to capture heat or electricity when it is readily available, such as from a renewable energy system, storing it for you to use later.
The most common energy storage systems include electric batteries, hot water cylinders and electric storage heaters.
Solar water heating systems, or solar thermal systems, use energy from the sun to warm water for storage in a hot water cylinder or thermal store. Because the amount of available solar energy varies throughout the year, a solar water heating system won’t provide 100% of the hot water required...
In this section, we will talk about condensing boilers, electric heating and how to improve your central heating systems.
Most buildings require artificial lighting to some extent, and it's crucial to ensure that the lighting provided is of good quality and tailored to the specific tasks and occupancy of the building.
If you’re looking to reduce the carbon emissions associated with heating or cooling your building, then a heat pump could be a good option. However, it’s important to understand the different types of heat pumps, their applications, financial aspects, and ongoing operational and maintenance...
If you occupy premises that need to be heated, then improving the insulation levels can help to reduce the heating demand, which in turn will cut your energy bills and emissions.