Briefing: Energy efficiency in buildings Available to Purchase

Energy use in buildings accounts for over 40% of carbon emissions in Europe. To put this into context, that amount is more than the total emissions from all forms of transport. In response, the EU has committed itself to reducing carbon dioxide emissions by 20% by 2020. Tougher targets have also been put in place in the UK; the 2006 amendment to part L: conservation of fuel and power of the building regulations1 requires higher thermal standards in buildings, which will contribute to the reduction of greenhouse gases in line with the government's long-term target of an 80% decrease...