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Low and Zero Carbon Energy Technologies

6.0 CPD Hours

Standard Rate
£430.00  +VAT
Member Rate
£340.00  +VAT
  • Energy Efficiency
  • Sustainability

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What are Low or Zero Carbon Technologies (LZCT), and how do these align with buildings? This course introduces technologies that people often classify as Low or Zero Carbon and introduces the various technologies. The course outlines design considerations, maintenance requirements, capital cost and technical principles of each.

The course also provides solid background information on standards, planning policies, and regulations associated with Low and Zero Carbon Technologies in buildings. It also outlines a feasibility template that assists with the appropriate technology selection.

Learning Outcomes

Understanding technologies that can positively contribute to reducing a building's energy footprint and the confidence to undertake feasibility studies to determine practical solutions.

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Agenda for event
Time Description
10:00

Background

  • Primary legislation and key drivers
  • UK targets
  • Building Regulations
    • Part L and Regulations 25A
    • Potential direction of building regulations
  • The London Plan
  • Financial drivers
  • Bench marking
    • Energy Performance Certificates
    • Display Energy Certificates
  • Consumer awareness
11:15

Coffee / comfort break (15 mins)

11:30

Low and Zero Carbon Technologies

  • Benefits of low carbon buildings
  • Passive design measures - fabric
  • Metering & Monitoring
  • Photovoltaics
  • Solar thermal
13:00

Lunch (60 mins)

14:00

Low and Zero Carbon Technologies - cont.

  • Biomass
    • Pellet
    • Woodchip
  • Heat pumps
  • CHP
  • District Heating
  • Battery storage
15:00

Coffee / comfort break  (15 mins)

15:15

Feasibility studies

  • The requirement
  • Outline structure
  • Stages & Gateways
  • Templates
15:45

Close - Q&A

The course is suitable for all those involved in improving the energy efficiency of buildings eg: energy managers, consultants, engineers, developers, facility / building managers, architects etc

Speakers

Christopher Ayres

Christopher Ayres

Pivotal Design and Consultancy Limited | Consulting Building Services Engineer

Passionate Low Carbon Consulting Engineer with over 20 years of experience in the field of Building Services Engineering ranging from new builds to renovation of existing buildings in various building arena types, from domestic “Grand design” new homes to BREEAM-rated award-winning buildings at hospitals, schools, and commercial offices.

Siegfried Kwame Yeboah

Siegfried Kwame Yeboah

Lecturer

Siegfried is currently a Senior Lecturer in Building Services Engineering at School of the Built Environment and Architecture, London South Bank University (LSBU). Prior to joining LSBU, he was an Assistant Professor in Building Services Engineering/Building Physics at the University of Nottingham’s overseas campus in China. Siegfried has over 15 years research and teaching experience in Building Services Engineering. He has a PhD in Engineering (Sustainable Energy Technologies) from the University of Nottingham. He is a Fellow of the Higher Education Academy (FHEA), qualified Advance HE External Examiner, a Chartered Engineer, and a Member of CIBSE (MCIBSE).

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International Bookings
For delegates booking from outside the UK, VAT will not be charged for ‘Remote’ and ‘On-Demand’ courses, as well as online exams. VAT will only apply if you attend a course in person within the UK. If you are booking from outside the UK for a ‘Remote’ course, please complete our ‘Public Course Booking Form’ and state your location in the 'Country of Residence' field to ensure VAT is removed from your booking.

If you encounter any difficulties, please don't hesitate to contact us at [email protected].

Group Bookings
For bookings of 6 or more employees, please visit the 'Corporate Bookings' tab on the left of this page for details on how to arrange group training.

Please contact us to talk about all your corporate training requirements:

Email: [email protected] or call +44 (0)20 8772 3660.

CIBSE recognises the value of team collaboration and offers specialised training solutions for companies looking to enhance their teams' expertise. Our Corporate training service provides a fully guided experience, designed to upskill your employees without the hassle of scheduling conflicts. 

Enjoy personalised learning journeys that boost productivity and innovation.

Further discounts are available for group bookings. 

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Remote - How to join: 

This course will be conducted live online via Microsoft Teams. You do not need a Microsoft Teams account. After finalising your booking, you will receive a confirmation email containing a link to join the session. 

You can join using your preferred web browser. Alternatively, if you have the Microsoft Teams desktop app installed, simply click 'join meeting' in the email to connect directly through the app. 

Face-to-Face: 

The course location will be listed below the corresponding date and included in your booking confirmation email, sent after your booking is finalised. Please arrive at the location 15 minutes before the start time. 

Note that face-to-face courses are not available online, so your in-person attendance is required.  

Catering will be provided during the course. If you have any food allergies or intolerances, please inform us in advance by emailing [email protected] so we can make suitable arrangements. 

Please be aware that parking is not available at the venue. 

Course Materials: 

The course presentation and any additional materials will be provided to delegates on the day of the course, once attendance has been confirmed. You will receive links via email to download these materials via email. For those attending a remote course, the materials will also be shared through the Microsoft Teams chat. 

In our efforts to be more sustainable, we encourage you not to print the materials. 

What is included? 

  • Full-day training led by an industry expert  
  • CPD certificate upon completion 
  • PDF course materials 
  • Lunch and refreshments (For face-to-face courses only) 

 

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