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Welcome to our comprehensive glossary of terms, designed to provide you with a clear understanding of the key concepts and terminology related to our range of services. Whether you’re new to the industry or simply looking to brush up on your knowledge, this glossary is a valuable resource to help you navigate the world of building performance and energy efficiency.
Infiltration rate measures the rate at which outside air enters a building. Learn about factors affecting infiltration, its impact on indoor air quality and energy efficiency, and strategies to manage and reduce infiltration in homes and commercial structures.
Hot water demand represents the need for heated water in residential and commercial settings. Learn about factors affecting hot water demand, energy-efficient water heating solutions, and how reducing hot water demand contributes to energy savings and sustainability.
Heating system efficiency is critical for maintaining comfort and reducing energy consumption. Learn about factors influencing efficiency, types of heating systems, and how optimising efficiency results in lower heating costs and reduced environmental impact.
Heating demand represents the energy required to maintain comfortable indoor temperatures during colder periods. Learn about factors influencing heating demand, energy-efficient solutions, and how optimising heating demand reduces energy consumption and environmental impact.
The Heat Transfer Coefficient, known as U-Value, measures a material’s ability to conduct heat. Learn how it’s calculated, its significance in building insulation, and how lower U-Values contribute to energy-efficient and sustainable construction.
A heat recovery system captures and reuses waste heat from various processes. Learn about its applications, benefits, and how it helps improve energy efficiency, reduce costs, and lower environmental impact in residential and industrial settings.
The Heat Loss Parameter (HLP) is a crucial metric in assessing a building’s energy efficiency. Learn about its calculation, significance, and how it helps in optimising insulation and reducing energy consumption in homes and commercial structures.
The Gas Safe Register is the UK’s official register of qualified gas engineers and businesses. Learn about its role in maintaining gas safety standards, how to check if a gas engineer is registered, and the importance of gas safety in homes and businesses.
Fuel poverty is a pressing issue affecting households unable to afford adequate heating and energy. Learn about its causes, consequences, and strategies to combat it, ensuring that everyone has access to affordable and sustainable energy.
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