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Climate Change Minister encourages skills for the Green Deal and launches The Green Deal Skills Alliance
Climate Change Minister Greg Barker recently launched a partnership to ensure the UK has the right skills to implement the Green Deal, the government’s flagship policy to improve the energy efficiency of buildings. The Green Deal aims to enable private firms to offer consumers energy improvements to their homes, communities and businesses at no upfront cost and to recoup payments as a charge in instalments on the energy bill. The Green Deal... [more]
More free information on Part L changes from Chiltern Dynamics
With more housebuilders and developers feeling the impact of the 2010 revisions to Approved Document L (ADL), Chiltern Dynamics has introduced an easy to use comparison table highlighting the key differences between the 2010 and 2006 regulations for air tightness testing. Head of Energy Services Tom Gregory said, ‘We are starting to see an increase in the volume of testing. The 2010 requirements mean not only more tests per development, but al... [more]
Planitherm Glass helps householders to find solutions to solar panel subsidy cuts
Financial incentives for householders to produce their own electricity are due to be cut by the government from 43p for each kilowatt-hour to 21p - this is for anyone who had solar panels installed after 12 December 2011 I. An innovative new glass that can help shave 28% off energy bills is giving fresh hope to those households affected by the government's decision to slash the subsidy available for solar power. In addition to halving fina... [more]
DECC addresses key issues at NIA conference about Green Deal and Energy Company Obligation
The National Insulation Association (NIA) has held its annual conference with over 300 industry delegates and external guests attending Harrogate Conference Centre keen to hear more about preparations for the Government’s Green Deal and Energy Company Obligation (ECO). The annual event saw its largest ever attendance and was the first opportunity for open discussion amongst industry peers, and associated agencies about the current Green Deal C... [more]
Cut heat loss with UK’s energy-efficient ‘A’ rated door
After loft and cavity wall insulation, replacing an old entrance door with a modern insulated door appears to be the third most cost-effective way of cutting home heat loss, according to a recent Government Green Deal paper. Door-Stop International, based in Nottingham, launches the first, most energy-efficient door in the UK, under a new scheme which helps homeowners see instantly which door will help them cut spiraling household energy bill... [more]
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Research and Markets: Global Building Insulation Market By Materials and Applications (2011 - 2016)
Research and Markets has announced the addition of the "Global Building Insulation Market By Materials & A
Global Building Insulation Market by Type, Applications & Forecasts (2011 - 2016)
NEW YORK, Feb. 7, 2012 /PRNewswire/ -- Reportlinker.com announces that a new market research report is available in its catalogue: Global Building Insulation Market by Type, Applications & Forecasts (2011 ...
World Building Insulation Market Analyzed in New Research Report Published at MarketPublishers.com
New research report “Global Building Insulation Market by Materials & Applications (2011 - 2016)” worked out by MarketsandMarkets has been recently published by Market Publishers Ltd. According to the report, the global building insulation market was worth USD 17.7 billion in 2010 and is estimated to reach USD 23.9 billion by 2016, growing at a CAGR of 5.2% from 2011 to 2016.London, UK (PRWEB ...
MarketsandMarkets: Global Building Insulation Market worth $23.9 Billion by 2016
DALLAS, February 1, 2012 /PRNewswire/ --The "Global Building Insulation Market by Type, Applications & Forecasts (2011 - 2016)" analyzes building insulation market with respect to market drivers, ...
USA Insulation Says Homes With Icicles, Snow Melting on Roof and Around Perimeter of Home Are Not Energy Efficient
Now that winter's here, there are plenty of other signs besides high heating bills and cold, drafty rooms that a home is lacking adequate insulation. One sign is when snow melts off your roof and not your ...
Homeowner diaries: cellulose insulation of exterior walls
The insulation done at my house was blown-in cellulose. It is made of old newspapers which have been treated so...
Industrial Nanotech, Inc. Announces Successful Energy Saving Project with Textile Manufacturer Intem Triko
Industrial Nanotech, Inc. , an emerging global leader in nanoscience energy saving solutions, announced today that their Turkish distributor, Kolorgen Ltd, has completed a successful installation of the Company’s patented Nansulate® thermal insulation and protective coatings at the Istanbul textile manufacturing facility of Intem Triko Sanayl ve Ticaret Ltd.
UK's First Free Insulation Service Launched
The UK's first completely free loft and cavity wall insulation service has been launched by freeinsulation.me in association with Carillion plc. It offers all householders in the UK access to free insulation.(PRWEB UK) 1 February 2012 The UK’s first free loft and cavity wall insulation service has been announced today.FreeInsulation.me, in association with Carillion Energy Services, are offering ...
DIY insulation projects make for a more comfortable home year round
(ARA) - Do-it-yourself home improvement projects are more popular than ever, as homeowners are looking for simple, low cost ways to update their household and increase overall home efficiency.
British Gas pays Thames Water to promote free insulation
British Gas is to pay Thames Water to promote free insulation to its customers, ahead of the December deadline for energy companies to meet government carbon emissions reductions targets (CERT).
