Elemental U-values should be improved.

Author(s) : ALLDER G.

Type of article: Article

Summary

Argues that if the government is to meet its target of a 20% cut in CO2 emissions by 2010, elemental U-values in the building regulations should be substantially reduced and stringent requirements for airtightness should apply. States a minimum U-value of 0.35 W/(m2.K) be set for walls.

Details

  • Original title: Elemental U-values should be improved.
  • Record ID : 2000-2051
  • Languages: English
  • Source: Build. Control - n. 100
  • Publication date: 1999/03

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