Provision of micro Combined Heat and Power unit to provide all heating and hot water requirements on site which produces some electricity that is exported

Monitoring & feedback recommended: Yes

ADVANTAGES

allows local generation of electricity and use of waste heat

CONCERNS & ACTIONS

TECHNICAL (7)

Condensing Plume location
Relation to Building Thermal Performance
Sufficient ventilation?
Maintenance interval and complexity
Complex installation
Complex operation
Personal capacity/Right opportunity

HERITAGE (4)

Detail for Access to services
Detail retains character?
Listed building consent
Planning consent within conservation area

ENERGY (4)

Increased infiltration
User understanding
Installation quality
Commissioning quality

RELATED MEASURES

SERVICES (12)

Heating system Refurbishment
High efficiency gas-fired condensing boilers
Oil-fired condensing boilers
Biomass boilers
Communal heat generating system
Cylinder thermostats
Hot water cylinder insulation
New cylinder
Heating controls (for wet and warm air systems)
Heating Distribution Refurbishment
Pipe insulation
Wet Under-floor heating

BEHAVIOUR (4)

User interfaces for usability
Provision of simple and clear information
Improving User interest and involvement
Maintenance

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MEASURE: Micro combined heat and power