Preconstruction Articles
UK Water Efficiency Awards 2012
The Water Efficiency Awards is a bi-annual competition that celebrates the achievements of public, private and third sector organisations in making the UK more water efficient. Posted by Waterwise
PV Panel Installations for Free Electricity - How it Works
As part of any PV installation, an inverter, which is often referred to as the brains of a PV system converts the direct current (DC) power supply generated by the solar panels into a useable AC (alternating current) supply. Posted by Waldon Energy
CoolZone Ceiling Tiles Reduce the Need for Air Conditioning
Innovative CoolZone ceiling tiles, feature Phase Change Material (PCM) that absorbs heat to delay the requirement for air conditioning. Posted by Armstrong World Industries Ltd
Feed in Tariff for Commercial Buildings
Installing a PV system on a commercial or public building means you can use the Feed in Tariff to generate an additional revenue stream. There are two elements to the feed in tariff: The generation tariff and The export tariff. Posted by Waldon Energy
Planning Requirements for Micro Renewables on Non Domestic Buildings
The permitted development rights for the installation of micro-renewables do not exist for non-domestic premises. Installation of a PV system requires planning permission. Posted by Waldon Energy
Installing Solar PV Panels
Common questions regarding the installation of Solar PV Panels include 'Can you install a PV system on a flat roof?' and 'What does solar panel installation involve?' Posted by InstaGen
Benefits of Installing Solar PV Systems
The benefits of installing Solar PV Systems from a MCS certified installer include being able to cut your electricity bills and cut your carbon footprint. Posted by InstaGen
Generate Your Own Electricity
Generate your own electricity through the installation of solar panels - a sound investment that will reduce your energy bills and earn you a tax free income. Posted by InstaGen
The Community Infrastructure Levy
The Community Infrastructure Levy (CIL), made Regulation in April 2010, has filtered through to enforcement by the first wave of Local Authorities. Posted by The National Self Build & Renovation Centre
Requirements of PPS7 to Achieve Planning Permission
The standards set out by PPS7 for planning permission are high indeed. PPS7 states: "Very occasionally the exceptional quality and innovative nature of the design of a proposed, isolated new house may provide this special justification for granting planning permission." Posted by The Landscape Institute
