CIBSE has launched a free online tool to help designers incorporate weather and climate-related data into building designs. Design Compass provides a clear methodology and a frequently updated database of advice. It focuses on the design of systems most affected by the external environment — such as heating, cooling, ventilation and lighting.
More refrigerant bans possible, says government
The government could tighten up the rules that restrict the use of global warming refrigerant gases including speeding up phase-out programmes and introducing new bans, according to a spokesman from the Department for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs (DEFRA).
Baxi research suggests schools strongly support heat decarbonisation
A survey conducted by Baxi of 200 state school estates managers, consultant engineers and M&E contractors has found that while enthusiasm for Net Zero and support for low carbon heating systems in schools is thriving, persistent barriers remain.
