Passing the net zero school test in Wisconsin, USA
A focus on commissioning, controls and performance outcomes is essential to making schools net zero ready, says Tim Dwyer
August 2026
Case Studies
Outstanding projects highlighting services design and operation
Direct route to decarbonisation: Addenbrooke’s DC systems
Three innovative HVAC projects at Addenbrooke’s Hospital are demonstrating the benefits of integrating heat pump chillers, renewables and advanced controls using embedded DC microgrid principles.…
May 2026
Deep impact: decarbonising homes with mine-water
A pilot scheme connecting 16 homes to Gateshead’s mine-water heat network, using external heat interface units, proved that homes can be taken off gas with…
May 2026
Heritage first: net zero audit of Hamilton House
The office retrofit of Hamilton House shows how thoughtful refurbishment, strong operational performance and targeted optimisation can position historic buildings for ‘net zero carbon aligned’…
April 2026
New Hall Locomotion museum: On track for carbon savings
The award-winning Locomotion New Hall proves that protecting the world’s most significant railway heritage doesn’t require high-energy HVAC. Andy Pearson reports
April 2026
A new chapter at Dulwich College
Designed by alma-nac, with engineering by Max Fordham, a striking three-storey junior library combines aesthetic elegance with a proven net zero carbon strategy. Alex Smith…
March 2026
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