Low carbon refurbishment
Problem Definition
Buildings account for approximately 40% of the carbon emissions in the UK, and at least 60% of the buildings due to be standing in 2050 are already here. Nearly half of these buildings will have been built before 1985 when Part L was first introduced.
Increasingly stringent building regulations and aspirational government targets for new buildings can only address a small part of the problem. If we are to meet our environmental and climate change obligations the performance of our existing building stock must be significantly improved.
Solution
ECD Project Services is dedicated to delivering sustainable design solutions. Our robust approach and vast experience enables us to realise cost-effective projects with minimal energy demand and environmental impact, whilst providing comfortable and healthy indoor environments for productive working/living spaces.
ECD Project Services Capabilities
ECD Project Services offers expert consultancy services and has first hand experience in the development and management of refurbishment projects. Our services include:
- Feasibility studies
- Design optimisation and building simulation
- Technical and economic optimisation
- Training (building companies, planners, occupants etc.)
- Post occupancy evaluation
- Auditing and Certification services
In addition, ECD Project Services can develop refurbishment projects to the Passivhaus standard.
In terms of research and development ECD Project services can manage and undertake activities to evaluate project and building performance, in order to ensure an optimal outcome and a knowledge base for continued development.
