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Monitoring & Metering CPD Module: Solar Thermal Humidifi cation/Dehumidifi cation Heat Networks


HEAT NETWORKS


29 How best to navigate regulatory changes


Jeff house explores a shifting landscape


30 Navigating the pathway to 5G heat networks


Extending automation beyond the factory fl oor Temperature stability and humidity control Delivering low carbon heating solutions at scale NEWS � FEATURES � INTERVIEWS � REVIEWS � PRODUCT PROFILES � CPD MODULE � DIRECTORY EIBI_0726_001_COVER_(T)_(H)_(J)_(P).indd 1 10/07/2026 11:00 16 On The Cover


Liberty Wines has reduced electricity costs by £86,480 in 10 months following the installation of a DC-optimised rooftop solar system at its Basingstoke warehouse. Designed and installed by renewable energy specialist Insight Energy using SolarEdge inverter technology, the system supplies power to the warehouse and supports charging for the company's electric vehicle (EV) fl eet.


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FEATURES MONITORING & METERING


11 Extending automation beyond the production line


Mark Richards explains how to address energy usage and address ineffi ciencies


12 What can the UK learn from Burkina Faso?


A research project that looks at the impact of air conditioning on grid stability


14 Connected platform targets damp and fuel poverty


A smart home monitoring platform making a diff erence in social housing


16 Technology highlights


Solutions from Pressac, ABB, Flir Systems and Compair


25 REGULARS 06 News Update


10 The Warren Report Why downplay energy demand?


19 Fundamentals CPD Series 24.02 – Solar Thermal Technology


Jamie Goth covers the use of solar thermal in the UK


27 Products in Action


HUMIDIFICATION & DEHUMIDIFICATION


23 Why moisture levels matter Ranald Stewart explains the link between humidity control and temperature management


24 How a system-based approach can tackle humidity levels & overheating


Michael Page explains how MVHR can help maintain balanced humidity levels


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25 Product solutions Equipment from Condair and Humideco


26 Why temperature control is the fi rst step to humidity control John Barker makes the connections


Case studies looking at ductwork, HVAC maintenance, ventilation and lighting


28 Products in Action


Pipework in a hotel, PV on a warehouse, lighting in an offi ce and AC in a hospice


32 New Products


The latest equipment from ABB, Passivent, Socomec and Trane


33 New Products


Discover what's new from Baxi, Johnson Controls, Novventos and IV Produkt


34 Talking Heads


Dan Owen explains how to cut the cost of clean power with energy flexibility


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Jarrad Bedford discusses the future of heat networks


31 Rethinking residential masterplanning for low-carbon comfort


David Patrick argues that heating, hot water and cooling should not be left until the design stage


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