According to statistics, 40% of the energy consumption in Europe comes from the building sector. This led the European Commission to create energy efficiency directives to improve the energy efficiency of buildings, introducing the concept of NZEB or Nearly Zero-Energy Buildings.
In this article, you will find out how much PV energy a building needs to become NZEB with a real example, and how to measure it.
The quality of the air we breathe is a fundamental aspect of living a proper life, and to be able to feel well and healthy.
However, while the quality of the air outside is something that we always notice, and any sign of bad outdoor air quality usually raises concerns as soon as these signs are perceived; this is not often the case when it comes to indoor air quality, which is not always taken into account for overall wellness.
Building automation systems (BAS) are becoming increasingly prevalent in commercial and industrial facilities, allowing for more efficient and effective management of building systems such as HVAC, lighting, and security. One of the key benefits of BAS is their potential to reduce energy consumption and costs, making them an important tool in the effort to promote sustainability and combat climate change.
In this article, we will explore the ways in which building automation systems impact energy consumption and how they can be optimised for maximum efficiency.
The United Kingdom has long been known for its robust and diverse industry sector, which has played a pivotal role in driving economic growth and creating employment opportunities.
However, like any dynamic sector, the UK industry landscape is subject to constant evolution. In this article, we will explore the current state of the industry sector in the UK, including recent laws and data that are shaping its trajectory.
Effective energy management is a crucial aspect of facility management that holds the key to unlocking significant cost savings, enhancing sustainability, and minimising environmental impact. By implementing strategic energy management practices, facilities can optimise their energy consumption, improve operational efficiency, and contribute to a greener future.
In this week’s article, we will explore the potential of energy management in facilities, highlighting its benefits and discussing key strategies that facility managers can implement to unleash its full potential. If you’re interested, keep on reading!
What are the critical aspects of energy in the industry that we need to address? This question looms as we navigate through a landscape marked by diverse challenges, including the distribution or attribution of production costs, the drive towards decarbonisation, and the ever-increasing demand for energy.
Our latest white paper delves deep into these pressing issues, offering insights and solutions to help industrial companies thrive in this dynamic environment. By understanding the nuances of production cost allocation, businesses can gain a competitive edge and improve their profitability.
The path to decarbonisation has become imperative for industries worldwide, as we collectively strive to mitigate the environmental impact of energy consumption. Our white paper explores the intricate relationship between energy management, clean energy sources, and innovative carbon capture and storage technologies. We highlight the importance of aligning decarbonisation efforts with sustainability agendas and government initiatives to create a greener and more sustainable future.
As businesses and organisations worldwide shift their focus to sustainable operations, energy efficiency has become a top priority. However, managing and optimising energy usage can be a complex and time-consuming task, requiring significant resources and expertise. That’s where Spacewell Energy (Dexma) Dashboards come in. Our powerful tool helps you easily monitor and analyse your energy usage, identify inefficiencies, and make data-driven decisions to improve your energy performance. In this article, we will explore the transformative potential of our energy dashboards. We will delve into their key features, benefits, and applications across various sectors.
The pandemic and what followed have further highlighted the importance of smart buildings and the need for remote management capabilities. In this context, building managers and owners need to stay updated with the latest smart technologies and innovations to remain relevant in the competitive facilities industry.
This article will explore how smart technologies, IoT, and efficiency evolution are shaping the future of building management and how facilities managers can leverage these tools to optimise their operations and enhance their ESG performance.
It is no surprise…retail businesses use technology and equipment that run off a lot of energy, causing high electricity bills and impacting the environment negatively. Therefore, retail stores must look at their current practices and make changes to become more energy efficient. In this article, we give three tips to retailers to improve their energy efficiency with the equipment they utilise.
Decarbonisation is a crucial stake for all companies, given that the industrial sector is responsible for 19% of greenhouse gas emissions in the UK. In 2021 it was directly responsible for emitting 9.4 Gt of CO2, accounting for a quarter of global emissions. While progress has been made in this sector since the 1990s, the manufacturing industry (part of the industrial sector) alone produced 78.4 million metric tons of carbon dioxide emissions in 2020 just in the UK. Nonetheless, there has been a reduction of over 40% in manufacturing industry emissions compared to 1990 levels, as demonstrated in the chart below. The industrial sector has the potential to significantly reduce GHG emissions and play a vital role in achieving the environmental objectives set by the government. Therefore, it is crucial for these companies to take proactive measures towards decarbonisation.
Although sustainability is often presented as a regulatory obligation, it also represents a significant competitive advantage. In this article, we explore the importance of decarbonisation for industrial companies, both from an environmental and economic perspective and present some key solutions to achieve it, with a focus on the EU and the UK.
We are pleased to announce that the recording of our webinar is available. In this session, our experts discuss consumption and savings in the industrial sector to help you identify areas of improvement and opportunities, using real-life examples.
As you know, the industrial sector plays a vital role in the economy of any country, but it is also one of the largest consumers of energy worldwide. As per the IEA, the industrial sector accounted for 38% (169 EJ) of total global final energy use in 2021. Thus, this makes it imperative for industries to be aware of their energy consumption and take measures to reduce their energy costs.
This webinar will provide you with insights on how to identify areas of improvement and opportunities in your industrial site. Indeed, with the rising cost of energy, we understand that you are looking for ways to reduce your energy consumption and save costs. But, at Dexma we also know this can be a daunting task as industrial processes are often energy-intensive, making it challenging to identify energy-saving opportunities.
