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| Energy Performance of Buildings Directive Energy Performance of Buildings Directives (EPBDs) aim to reduce energy consumption in both the residential and non-domestic sectors by raising awareness of energy use and mandating minimum standards. It seems likely that the directives will lead to substantial increases in investment in energy efficiency measures for relevant buildings.
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| Carbon Implications of Rainwater Harvesting A study into rainwater harvesting (RWH) and greywater recycling (GWR) systems reveals that these systems in fact add to the energy use and CO2 emissions of homes. |
| Pull the chain, fill the drain Research carried out by WRc, supported by the NHBC Foundation, British Plastics Federation, Defra and Severn Trent Water to establish the effect of lower flows (due to lower WC flush volumes) on the performance of drainage systems.
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| Understanding consumer attitudes to sustainable community infrastructure NHBC Foundation-funded research for the UK Green Building Council and Zero Carbon Hub exploring consumer reactions to sustainable community infrastructure’, i.e. community heat, water, waste and ICT.
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| Improving sound insulation measurements in homes and other buildings Research carried out by the NHBC Foundation, the BRE Trust, Robust Details Limited and the Association of Consultant Approved Inspectors (ACAI) reviewing current testing methods for acoustic performance.
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| How long should houses last? Summary article detailing NHBC Foundation-funded research, carried out by BRE, which looks at the way in which the construction industry designs houses for longevity.
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