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Balancing energy and water conservation in HVAC

Steve Dawson, product manager – closed systems, from Guardian Water Treatment, looks at the most water and energy intensive processes in HVAC and how to improve their sustainability...

16 Jan 2025

Can hybrid systems solve our future gas network challenge?

Darran Smith, technical manager at Alpha considers what happens to the UK’s extensive gas network in our low-carbon heat future. A managed transition is critical for network operators and households, so should we do more to support the hybrid option ...

16 Jan 2025

It’s a New Dawn, a New Day, a New USA President – What Impact on Global Energy?

Rinnai’s Chris Goggin looks at the potential impact of the new American President, Donald Trump, may have on international energy issues. This objective analysis on the global energy transition will cover carbon emissions, energy options and all climate issues relating to Net Zero. There is no conclusion but many questions.

8 Jan 2025

Natasha King, product manager at Vent-Axia

Preparing for Awaab’s Law

The Government has announced it is launching a consultation on a new Decent Homes Standard for the rented sectors as soon as possible, as well as bringing forward Awaab’s Law in the social rented sector this autumn. Many social housing providers ...

17 Dec 2024

The evolution of efficiency standards: what it means for the heating sector

Energy efficiency in heating systems has become a central focus of UK policy as the government targets a more sustainable, low-carbon future by 2027. In line with broader climate goals, the UK has introduced stricter regulations to improve building ...

17 Dec 2024

The UK heat pump market is warming up

Chloe Davis, policy and communications executive at the Heat Pump Association, explores the latest data to provide insight into the UK heat pump market and reflects on the Labour Government’s role in accelerating heat pump deployment...

1 Nov 2024

Darren Townend, commercial product manager, Hamworthy Heating

The benefits of modern modular boilers in plant room design

Up until recent years, large traditional floor-standing boilers have been the go-to solution for buildings requiring high heat output. However, as floor space becomes a valuable commodity, manufacturers have responded by providing a range of boilers ...

1 Nov 2024

Ryan Kirkwood, engineering solutions manager at Baxi

Building solutions in decarbonisation drive

Heat in buildings accounts for nearly a quarter of total UK carbon emissions, so working with building owners and managers now to identify the achievable options is crucial if we are to achieve 2050 Net Zero. Ryan Kirkwood, engineering solutions ...

1 Nov 2024

Unveiling the true meaning of value engineering in commercial hot water

Rinnai has released a whitepaper – “Optimising Domestic Hot Water Systems for Archetype Care Homes: A Value Engineering Approach” which, within the main body of the analysis, is a case study demonstrating the optimal solution for DHW provision in an archetype care home with specific requirements including a 20% reduction in carbon footprint, OPEX considerations and available space for only 2 heat pumps.

24 Oct 2024

UK commercial & domestic air cooling: a policy blind spot?

Rinnai’s Tony Gittings looks at the future demand and effects of air cooling on domestic and commercial properties across the UK and Europe. As global temperatures increase, air conditioning units will likely become a requirement for UK and European domiciles and the built environment. What will the effect of air cooling be upon the national electrical grid and UK/ European NetZero ambitions?

26 Sep 2024

New government prioritises clean & cost-effective power

Rinnai's Chris Goggin observes and comments on the priorities of the new Energy Secretary Ed Miliband. Enhancing renewable energy production is a key objective of the current government, as is the creation of a publicly owned Energy company that safeguards UK customers from external cost elevations. Additional insights into large solar and wind projects as well as information on further home heating plans will also be shared.

21 Aug 2024

Will a new Government impact building automation policy?

July was a very decisive month for the UK, with a Labour landslide seeing a new political party in power for the first time in 14 years. With Sir Keir Starmer keen to bring in plenty of his own policies and initiatives, it raises the question ‘how ...

8 Aug 2024

Misinformation on new direction of UK energy policy – more of the same but different….

North Sea exploration licenses have been the subject of much media attention of what is and is not the new Government’s policy. Chris Goggin of Rinnai tries to unravel the thread from the needle……....

6 Aug 2024

Mark Hall, head of mechanical engineering & devices at Ferno

Finding the right filter for the job

In line with the requirements of Part L and BS 7593:2019, heating systems should always be protected using an in-line system filter in addition to an effective inhibitor. Here, Mark Hall, head of mechanical engineering & devices at Fernox ...

1 Aug 2024

Don’t take the heat pump road alone

Chris Easton, training manager for NIBE, discusses the important role manufacturers must play in supporting installers in their delivery of heat pumps...

1 Aug 2024

The latest industry standards for building professionals

Alan Young, compliance manager at HETAS, reviews some of the progress on recent regulatory industry updates. HETAS is an independent not-for-profit organisation promoting cleaner and safer choices for the use of biomass and other solid fuels, ...

1 Aug 2024

High standards in chimneys and flues

Dennis Milligan, president of the British Flue and Chimney Manufacturers Association (BCFMA), provides an update on chimney and flue design and industry standards....

21 Dec 2023

European & global market for heat pumps looks for wide expansion

Chris Goggin looks at the expansion of the global heat pump market as they will play a pivotal part in UK, European and international decarbonisation plans. Rinnai observes the market conditions that will likely see heat pump technology become standard household appliances on an international scale.

31 Oct 2023

European & Global Market for Heat Pumps Looks for Wide Expansion

Chris Goggin looks at the expansion of the global heat pump market as they will play a pivotal part in UK, European and international decarbonisation plans. Rinnai observes the market conditions that will likely see heat pump technology become standard household appliances on an international scale.

12 Oct 2023

Rinnai support for installers on consumer confusion concerns

Chris Goggin of Rinnai looks at Government policy on low carbon heating and hot water provision which is defined by international pricing, supply chains and political polarisation leading to a rare level of market confusion. This has led to UK customer confusion over which appliance and what fuel should be sourced for heating and hot water needs. Installers & contractors suffer when advising and specifying on behalf of customer due to constant shifts in policy and regular mainstream media misinformation. Here are some reactions to this.

7 Sep 2023

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Balancing energy and water conservation in HVAC

Can hybrid systems solve our future gas network challenge?

It’s a New Dawn, a New Day, a New USA President – What Impact on Global Energy?

Preparing for Awaab’s Law

The evolution of efficiency standards: what it means for the heating sector

The UK heat pump market is warming up

The benefits of modern modular boilers in plant room design

Building solutions in decarbonisation drive

Unveiling the true meaning of value engineering in commercial hot water

UK commercial & domestic air cooling: a policy blind spot?

New government prioritises clean & cost-effective power

Will a new Government impact building automation policy?

Misinformation on new direction of UK energy policy – more of the same but different….

Finding the right filter for the job

Don’t take the heat pump road alone

The latest industry standards for building professionals

High standards in chimneys and flues

European & global market for heat pumps looks for wide expansion

European & Global Market for Heat Pumps Looks for Wide Expansion

Rinnai support for installers on consumer confusion concerns

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