2024 February

The key role of the passive protectors
Paul Downing, a member of the DW 145 drafting panel, explains the requirements and information considered beneficial for building facility managers and those responsible for maintenance.

Airmec Essential Services Managing Director Andrew Steel details the planning of a practical response to the fire damper installation warning.

What is the real fire risk from solar panels?
Founder and Managing Director of Aztec Solar Energy Ltd, Richard Williams, shares his views on safety issues and the need for greater statutory regulation, as more installations are made on commercial buildings.

The challenge of over-exposure
Tim Tanner, Product Technical Manager – Ventilation Technology at TROX UK, discusses how air management challenges with exposed ceilings can be overcome.

Nicola Rivers, Indoor Climate Specialist at Zehnder Group UK, discusses the importance of understanding the impact of condensation in commercial buildings.

Case Study: Government recognition for Smart Optimisation project
A high-tech energy-saving project at a prominent Dublin office building has helped bring about a 76% reduction in energy demand and been officially recognised by the Irish Government.

The evolution of commissioning
CSA Vice Chair, Keith Barker, takes a look at the sector’s evolution and progression over the past 30 years.

Case Study: The largest Voltage Optimisation rollout in UK history
A voltage optimisation programme, which is one of the largest of its kind in the UK to date, has enabled one of the largest operators of restaurants, pubs and bars in the UK to significantly cut its costs and improve its carbon footprint nationwide.

Commercial landlords face MEES compliance crunch
Two-thirds of UK commercial real estate (CRE) owners admit they are “not fully compliant” with energy efficiency regulations, according to new research from smart buildings specialist LMG.
Recognising outstanding achievements at CIBSE Building Performance Awards 2025
The Park Plaza Westminster Bridge in London came alive on 27th February 2025 for the prestigious CIBSE Building Performance Awards.