We clearly need to become less dependent on fossil fuels. Renewable energy systems are widely available for commercial and domestic situations. There is, though, little impartial advice on what’s best for any given circumstance, or on what the related issues are. Reducing our energy needs should always be the starting point, but there isn’t enough emphasis on this. Yet the amount of energy you use and the way you use a building are critical issues in working out which renewable energy systems are financially viable.

Woodrow Sustainable Solutions often works with its sister company Elemental on these issues. Together, we offer a number of services relating to energy, including:

• Advice on achieving a high level of energy efficiency in building projects. Including early design approach and technical specifications, and likely eventual energy ratings for different options.
  

• Feasibility studies on different renewable energy options.Including economics, security of supply, carbon emissions and other environmental factors.
• Building Energy Ratings - qualified BER assessors.