Refurbishment for improved energy efficiency: an overview

Knowledge Series KS12

Chartered Institution of Building Services Engineers, 2007
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Current

Supplement

Mechanical & Electrical Supplement

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Knowledge Series

Abstract

Intended to provide a concise overview of refurbishing building services with a focus on improving energy efficiency. Discusses the benefits of and challenges in refurbishment. Formulates assessment procedures. Also considers pre-refurbishment energy checks, lower and higher cost refurbishment options, and low or zero carbon technologies to meet requirements. Covers commissioning, recommissioning and handover.

History

Produced in conjunction with BSRIA.

ISBN

9781903287880

Subjects

  • Legal issues and management
  • Special subject areas
  • Building services
  • Building maintenance
  • Environmental issues/energy
  • Refurbishment
  • Energy efficiency/Energy Management

Publisher History

The Chartered Institution of Building Services Engineers received its Royal Charter in 1976. They promote careers of building services engineers by accrediting courses of study in further and higher education, and by approving work based training programmes. Their publications include technical guidance and codes which set the criteria for best practice in the profession.

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NBS has produced specification systems and information products for construction industry professionals for more than 40 years. The National Building Specification is the recognised UK national standard and is used by over 5,000 organisations. NBS is part of RIBA Enterprises Ltd.

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