Low or zero carbon energy sources - report 4: final report
Building Research Technical Report 3/2005
Document Status
Current
Supplement
Core Supplement
Series
Building Research Technical Report
Abstract
Presents research into low or zero carbon (LZC) energy sources. Provides: A proposal for the way in which low and zero carbon energy sources could be referenced/included in Approved Document L; a confirmation of the LZC energy sources to be considered under the Building Regulations; a review of the potential for different LZC energy supplies to contribute towards carbon emissions reduction; a review of the cost effectiveness of different LZC energy sources; a proposal for ‘reasonable provision’ clauses for certain LZC energy sources and associated technologies; and a proposal for measures to prepare buildings for the future introduction of LZC technologies to make them ‘renewable ready’.
History
To be read with Low or zero carbon energy sources - Strategic guide (interim publication) (ODPM, 2005).
Subjects
- Special subject areas
- Energy efficiency/Energy Management
- Legal issues and management
- Space heating/central heating
- Building control
- Building services
- Building control, England and Wales
- Environmental issues/energy
- Thermal insulation
Publisher History
The Office of the Deputy Prime Minister is now known as the Department for Communities and Local Government (DCLG). Their publications included the Building Regulations Approved Documents, Planning Policy Guidance Notes, and technical reports and fact sheets covering a wide range of subjects within the built environment.
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