Including the closely related terms insulation, and insulation.
… such as insulation, more efficient lighting and controls, and more efficient boilers. ClearLead conducted a high-level energy assessment of key buildings within DDDC’s estate. We identified measures which we estimate could reduce the Council’s overall current electricity use by around 15% by 2023, and its gas use by around 5% by 2021. These estimates are based on ClearLead’s observations made during…
…. Consider replacing gas-fired convector heater with air source heat pump. Replace gas-fired heating in offices, mess room, locker rooms with air source and/or electric radiator panels. Potential for PV on roof (~380 m2 SE-facing) Matlock Town Hall Check roof above Council Chamber and 1900s building for insulation and apply to latest standards if not present. Consider replacing single-gazed…
… opportunities to reduce emissions through design features such as super-insulation to reduce heating and cooling loads, passive ventilation, high efficiency HVAC (heating, ventilation and air conditioning) systems, LED lighting and improved building controls/automation. Any major refurbishments – such as the mooted Bakewell recreation ground WC being converted to a café, or the possible redevelopment…
… GHG emissions including a high proportion of its gas use (see next section). Note that this would not preclude the biomass boiler replacement mentioned below, as the boiler would most likely be a containerised packaged unit and could be moved to the new building if required. Similarly, significant insulation improvements and installing double-glazing in the 1970s and 80s sections of the Town…
… the next 12 months. The project has high carbon saving potential (the site is by far the Council’s largest consumer of gas), but we strongly recommend exploring other options that may see a reduction in heating requirement – such as improved insulation and double-glazing – before committing to a like-for-like boiler replacement, to avoid wasting money on a boiler that may turn out to be oversized…