Sustainability

Sustainable Building Design

At DARe-me, we integrate sustainable practices into our work and can help you incorporate sustainable measures into your project.

OUR SPECIALIST CAPABILITIES INCLUDE:

Combined Heat & Power (CHP)

Heat Pump Technology Design

Tri-Generation Plant

PSALI Lighting

Day-lighting Optimisation

Natural, Hybrid Ventilation & Displacement Ventilation

Passive Solar Design

Solar Hot Water Systems

Photovoltaics (PV)

Building Integrated Wind Turbines

Greywater / Rainwater Recovery Systems

Drone Surveys and Inspections of Wind Turbines & Solar Farms


We have the ability to model design proposals at any stage of a building's design and encourage early engagement to allow us to fully model and design an optimal low energy solution as early in the building design as possible. This allows us to fully assess energy savings and building running costs long before construction work begins.


We have in-house expertise in building simulation for low energy projects. 


Get in touch to discuss options for your building simulation including: dynamic thermal simulation, day-light modelling, air-flow modelling, solar shading modelling, and indoor comfort assessment.


NUDGE THEORY

'Nudge theory is a concept in behavioural science, political theory and economics which proposes positive reinforcement and indirect suggestions to try to achieve non-forced compliance to influence the motives, incentives and decision making of groups and individuals.'


At DARe-me, we recognise that it's the small changes in this world that count and lead to real, positive environmental change.


It is often said a little nudge can lead to bigger and better things, and in a world where climate change needs to be tackled, know that by employing our services you will be making a little nudge in the right direction.   

OUR HOLISTIC APPROACH TO SUSTAINABLE DESIGN

From the outset, we will work with the design team to generate the most effective solution. We fully understand the environmental design issues, architectural priorities, and engineering requirements of a project and can advise on how to utilise this fully through the construction process.


At DARe-me Consulting Engineers we truly understand that architecture and engineering are an integral part of any design team, and we will work alongside other design team members throughout a project's lifecycle in every aspect of mechanical, electrical, public health and environmental engineering, including:


Design Brief

Design Development

Contract Documentation

Detailed Works Specifications

Rapid Analysis Techniques used to Assess Design Performance

Track Design Performance and Progress Against Targets to Prioritise Resources and Enable us to Continually Audit the Design In-line with the Client Brief and Project Budget

SAP CALCULATIONS / EPC's

Building Regulations / Standards require SAP Calculations before commencing work on new houses / flats (new build dwellings), extensions and conversions.


DARe-me Consulting Engineers use SAP to measure the energy efficiency rating of new buildings, including the CO2 emissions and predicted fuel costs.


SBEM CALCULATIONS

Simplified Building Energy Modelling (SBEM) is the approved national calculation methodology used by energy assessors to calculate the energy efficiency / consumption of commercial properties (non-dwellings). 


SBEM can calculate the monthly energy use and carbon emissions of a building based on its size, orientation, geometry, construction and systems.

ENERGY MANAGEMENT CONSULTANCY

We can provide Energy Management Consultancy services in order to help organisations save money and conserve resources through effectively managing their energy usage. 


DARe-me Consulting Engineers offer a wealth of experience in energy management consultancy. Our familiarity with key government regulations, supported by our extensive knowledge of residential and commercial buildings, ensure we're able to provide the very best solution for your particular project.

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