Display Energy Certificates - DECs for all Public Buildings Clause 22 of The Energy Bill
The UK Green Building Council recommends the mandatory display of an A to G rating for the energy efficiency of all non-residential buildings - as early as 2012.
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Display Energy Certificates for all Public Buildings
Energetica Placemaking Guidance out for public consultation.
The public will have its say on special planning guidance for a unique energy energy destination to the north of Aberdeen as consultation into new draft documents is launched.
Planning guidance has now been published for all proposed development within Energetica – a new energy community stretching north from the Bridge of Don to Peterhead and west to the airport.
Energetica Placemaking Supplementary Guidance was unveiled in May by ACSEF (Aberdeen City and Shire Economic Future) and, after being reported to the Enterprise, Planning and Infrastructure Committee at Aberdeen City Council and at Aberdeenshire Council’s Area Committees, extensive consultation is now taking place.
Urgent need for boost in Goverment Renewables Subsidy
Green Energy Parks’ Managing Director, Chris Williams, says that the upcoming ROCs banding review must deliver vital clarity for the industry
“DECC’s anticipated consultation on the Renewables Obligation Certificates (ROCs) banding review will provide further opportunity to drive for system reform and stability for renewables. This will build upon the path laid out by the Government’s White Paper for Electricity Market Reform last month. It is vital that we achieve clarity to nurture market investment and push forward for a truly low-carbon economy.
Community Sustainable Energy Programme awards £2 million grant funding
The eleventh round of the Community Sustainable Energy Programme (CSEP) capital grants stream has taken place and BRE is pleased to announce that 101 projects have been offered funding for the installation of microgeneration and energy saving technologies. The Selection Panel reviewed 149 projects and awarded approx £2 million to the projects which it felt best demonstrated the aims of the programme. Successful applicants included approx 32 schools and colleges, as well as numerous charities, trusts, community and faith organisations. A third hydro turbine project was also successful for a wildlife trust centre in London.
Celebrity, Luxury and Eco Brands rally for Rainforest Foundation Chistmas Auction!
Event: 12 Days of Christmas gift auction
Dates: Tuesday 15th – Sunday 27th November, 2011. All items shipping by Wednesday 7th December, 2011.
Preview: www.rainforestfoundationuk.org
Auction: www.ebay.co.uk/12days
All proceeds go to the Rainforest Foundation UK.