Apr 13
Just a quick one.
In answer to the big problem of acieving decent u-values AND airtightness whilst still using a products with ‘green’ credentials. I believe that this is definately worth a look. Airtight, breathable, 50% soy based foam. This stuff fills up all the little gaps, that would be impossible to do convensionally, and does [...] [...more]
Posted: under Building Energy Ratings
Just a quick one.
In answer to the big problem of acieving decent u-values AND airtightness whilst still using a products with ‘green’ credentials. I believe that this is definately worth a look. Airtight, breathable, 50% soy based foam. This stuff fills up all the little gaps, that would be impossible to do convensionally, and does away with the need to use a membrane.
Clink on the new link to Biobased insulation
Dave harkness
Feb 10
Minister for Communications, Energy and Natural Resources Eamon Ryan and Minister for the Environment, Heritage and Local Government John Gormley have launched a national energy saving programme designed to stimulate economic recovery. The three-strand insulation programme will cut heating bills for householders, reduce carbon emissions and create thousands of jobs both [...] [...more]
Posted: under Building Energy Ratings

Minister for Communications, Energy and Natural Resources Eamon Ryan and Minister for the Environment, Heritage and Local Government John Gormley have launched a national energy saving programme designed to stimulate economic recovery. The three-strand insulation programme will cut heating bills for householders, reduce carbon emissions and create thousands of jobs both directly and indirectly over the course of 2009. [...more]
Jan 31
Money savings are just as important as the actual BER rating. [...more]
Posted: under Building Energy Ratings
After having now done assessments on several houses in the 5 years plus old bracket; it is clear to see that significant improvements can be made to this age band through a few simple upgrades. This can of course lead to an improved rating, but what everyone should also consider is that this also represents saving on the annual heating and hot water bill. [...more]
Dec 04
Rather than embarking on expensive improvements such as solar energy installations, often simple inexpensive measures can make significant savings and Building Energy Rating improvements.
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Rather than embarking on expensive improvements such as solar energy installations, often simple inexpensive measures can make significant savings and Building Energy Rating improvements.

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