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In this issue ■ Heating Technology
■ CPD Module: Energy Purchasing
■ Energy in Education ■ Lighting Technology
29 How battery innovation is enhancing
emergency lighting Richard Raeburn argues for expanding the use of lithium iron phosphate batteries
Solving the UK’s future gas network challenge High-performance ventilation in car showroom Improving the effi ciency of emergency lighting NEWS � FEATURES � INTERVIEWS � REVIEWS � PRODUCT PROFILES � CPD MODULE � DIRECTORY � JOBS EIBI_0225_001_(T)_(H)_(J)_(P).indd 1 06/02/2025 15:33 11 On The Cover
A newly constructed extension at Sciennes Primary School in Edinburgh has achieved Passivhaus certifi cation, making it the city's fi rst school built with cross-laminated timber. This £3.2 million project features four classrooms designed for energy effi ciency and a minimal carbon footprint. The extension has garnered three industry awards, recognising its innovative approach to sustainable learning environments. Completed in August 2023, it showcases the collaboration between architects Holmes Miller and sustainability consultants Sussed Sustainability.
Photo courtesy of Will Rudd SEE PAGE 25 for more details FEATURES HEATING TECHNOLOGY 11 Hybrid systems can bridge the gap in
the public sector Why a hybrid approach to cutting carbon emissions also cuts costs, by Chris Caton
12 How smart controls can boost heat
pump performance Will Heinzelmann explains how smart controls can eliminate guesswork
14 Solving our gas network challenge Can hybrid systems provide a managed transition for network operators? asks Darran Smith
16 Revolutionising heating solutions
- the new AquaSnap 61AQ Oliver Sanders takes a closer look at Carrier's high temperature heat pump
17 Product Highlights Equipment from Bosch Industrial, Ideal Heating Commercial, Vimar and Viessmann
18 Product highlights Dimplex, Baxi, Lochinvar and ESBE solutions
ENERGY IN EDUCATION 23 Is prefabrication the key to
decarbonisation? Stephen Hart makes the case for specifying prefabricated heating solutions
24 Transforming sustainability in higher
education The University of Wales Trinity Saint David is reaping the benefi ts of machine learning
25 Edinburgh Passivhaus project is a
class act How a primary school's new extension earned Passivhaus certifi cation and several awards
26 Big savings for student
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accommodation A centrally controlled energy management system drastically cuts energy use
27 Product highlights From ventilation to lighting, the products that are helping schools become more sustainable
REGULARS 06 News Update
09 The Warren Report Burning through America's energy effi ciency standards
28 Products in Action
Ventilation in a showroom, hot water in a gym, PV on a church and heat pumps in an HQ
19 Fundamentals CPD Series 22.07 – Energy Purchasing
Peter Leyland shows how businesses can mitigate risks and prepare for the year ahead
32 New Products
Online IAQ assessment tool, industrial fl uid cooler, building manager and ventilation
33 New Products
Water treatment for demineralised systems, integrated control platform and ventilation
34 Talking Heads
Jo Robinson explores how the language of net zero may be holding progress back
03 Produced in Association with
30 Product highlights Luminaires made from recycled plastic, online support for lighting designers and emergency lighting solutions
31 Sustainable lighting solution for
frozen food specialist A complete installation serving all parts of the business, from offi ces to warehousing
28 LIGHTING TECHNOLOGY
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