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A warm roof is a construction where insulation is fitted above (or below) and in between the rafters. This can either be done from the outside, if the roof is being refurbished, or from the inside if the room is being refurbished. We prefer this type of roof construction as opposed to a cold roof […]
Click the link to read more: https://passivehouseplus.ie/magazine/upgrade/wicklow-step-by-step-retrofit-reveals-new-way-to-go-passive
Lime plaster is breathable as it is vapour permeable, meaning it allows moisture to pass through it. We use lime plaster in conjunction with breathable wood fibre insulation materials. Using lime plaster reduces the risk of moisture becoming trapped and damaging the fabric of the building. Lime plaster will give you a more comfortable home […]
Insulating your home is a great investment. Not only will you feel benefits in terms of comfort and warmth, but you will also see reductions in the costs of heating your home. A lot of heat can be lost through the walls of your house, but it is important to consider the building with […]
At Urbane Eco, we quote for 3 different external wall insulation systems: Graphite expanded polystyrene (EPS), mineral/rock wool and wood fibre. There is quite a price difference between the systems, so we hope the following information will help you to decide on the system that’s right for you. (We will always let you know if […]
Keith Barnham, Emeritus Professor of Physics, Imperial College London, made this video about renewable energy for a workshop we recently facilitated. Read more at burninganswers.com
Please click on the below link to view our presentation on clean energy: Clean Energy Workshop
The Burning Answer I recently attended a talk by Keith Barnham, Emeritus Professor of Physics at Imperial College, London, put on by The Green Register as a ‘bite-sized session’. I didn’t know what to expect, and was delighted to hear the presentation. At Urbane Eco we concentrate on the ‘fabric first’ approach on saving carbon […]
http://www.natural-building.co.uk/news/fabric-and-human-health
87% of human carbon production is from fossil fuel combustion, of which 41% is used for heating and power generation… interesting read. http://whatsyourimpact.org/greenhouse-gases/carbon-dioxide-sources