BSEE - Building Services and Environmental Engineer

Concerns over drop in assessments

Mon, 02 Nov 2009 05:00:00 GMT

Concerns have been raised over an apparent fall in the number of air conditioning systems assessments taking place. Up to date figures from leading energy services companies show a distinct fall in the quantity of new inspection contracts placed during the last few months, despite the fact that tens of thousands of the inspections which were required by 4 January 2009 are still to be carried out.

NICEIC launches hire service

Mon, 02 Nov 2009 05:00:00 GMT

In a step designed to add value to registration with the organisation, NICEIC has launched an Equipment Hire service in association with Hire Station.

Equipment for any electrical or construction job can be hired by registered installers at extremely competitive rates and delivered directly to site, or collected from a local Hire Station store.�

The hidden gem of cable management

Thu, 29 Oct 2009 04:00:00 GMT

Developers and refurbishment specialists working within the commercial building sector have their work cut out when it comes to delivering projects to tight deadlines and even tighter budgets.

Getting the most from your system

Mon, 02 Nov 2009 05:00:00 GMT

Many building managers are given the responsibility for reducing energy use in their businesses and often the most difficult part of the process is knowing where to start.�

Measuring the effectiveness of any energy reduction campaigns in the business is very important. For example, it is crucial to show return on investment for any investments in energy saving equipment. It can also help to encourage staff to save money by switching off lights or making sure PCs are not left on standby. Evidence that such steps are working is a good motivator.

The future is solar

Mon, 02 Nov 2009 05:00:00 GMT

The majority of renewable energy technologies are powered by the sun. The earth-atmosphere system is in such a balance that heat radiation into space is equal to incoming solar radiation; the resulting level of energy within the earths atmosphere can roughly be described as the earth's climate. The hydrosphere (water) absorbs a major fraction of the incoming radiation. Most radiation is absorbed at low latitudes around the equator, but this energy is dissipated around the globe in the form of winds and ocean currents. Wave motion may play a role in the process of transferring mechanical energy between the atmosphere and the ocean through wind stress. Solar energy is also responsible for the distribution of precipitation which is tapped by hydroelectric projects, and for the growth of plants used to create biofuels.

Future proof your boiler room

Mon, 02 Nov 2009 05:00:00 GMT

The Climate Change Act has made it a legal requirement for the UK to reduce carbon emissions by 80% from the 1990 baseline by 2050. This could rise to 90% if the aviation industry fails to curb its own emissions. It's a tall order, and the most logical place to start is with the biggest consumer - buildings.

Power dressing

Mon, 02 Nov 2009 05:00:00 GMT

In an increasingly uncertain world, the security of a country's power supply starts with energy efficiency and one of the most promising pieces of technology in terms of saving energy and protecting precious environmental resources is microCHP (micro Combined Heat and Power).

The power to reduce energy consumption

Mon, 02 Nov 2009 05:00:00 GMT

Electric heating has for many years been favoured by landlords and developers of multiple-occupancy and rental properties to ensure safe, comfortable heating without the installation difficulties, expense, maintenance costs and risks/regulations associated with gas-fired central heating systems.

Saving energy in the city

Mon, 02 Nov 2009 05:00:00 GMT

Philips, in partnership with electrical contractors, Cofely, has installed an integrated lighting management system at the headquarters of Freshfields Bruckhaus Deringer in central London.