Amendments to Part G of the Building Regulations (which covers water efficiency, hot-water safety and sanitation) have been delayed. They were due to come into effect on 1 October, but a notice from the Department for Communities & Local Government reports a postponent of six months to 6 April 2010.
The delay also affects the ‘Water efficiency calculator for new dwellings’, published in September. Its use is postponed to 6 April 2010.
Lighting the way
Halesowen College has set a sustainability example for higher education institutions by installing smart lighting as part of its latest environmental initiative, making up to 85% energy savings compared to the previous system.
BESA updates HIU Test Standard
The Building Engineering Services Association (BESA) has announced an important update to its UK Heat Interface Unit (HIU) Test Standard, further strengthening performance benchmarks and supporting the sector’s readiness for incoming heat network regulation.
