Building Law in Ireland

  Ireland’s Part L is a performance-based code that requires a mandatory energy frame calculation to establish the Energy Performance Coefficient (EPC) and Carbon Performance Coefficient (CPC) in comparison with a relevant reference building. The code is split into two sections, ‘dwellings’ (2011) and ‘buildings other than dwellings’ (2008) with specific requirements outlined for each type of building. The codes address most thermal envelope requirements and energy-using systems in the calculation, including, HVAC, hot water and lighting.

  Ireland has had prescriptive energy efficiency requirements for buildings since 1991. The first performance-based code was introduced following the release of the EPBD (Energy Performance of Buildings Directive) in 2002, with the latest code being further strengthened to reflect the requirements of the 2010 EPBD recast. Part L and the surrounding national policies encompass many progressive and dynamic aspects including mandatory computer modeling for new buildings, low u-value requirements, air-tightness testing requirements for all new dwellings, bioclimatic design considerations, mandatory renewable energy requirements, robust pre-occupancy commissioning and a national target to build nZEB (Net Zero Energy Building) by 2013.

  Here’s the list for coverage of Building Code:

  

  Residential buildings

• One family
• Multiple family buildings

 

  Commercial buildings

• Offices
• Retail and wholesale
• Hotels
• Hospitals
• Educational buildings

 

  Public buildings

• Offices
• Hospitals
• Educational buildings

 

  As we can see from above, the coverage is so broad, and also related to every single person. In this case, staying green becomes important day by day. The way we live reflects on our Earth, and we’ll receive everything in return, no matter it’s good or bad.

  With regard to the building laws, Genese has developed a backward curved type of centrifugal fan, which also encompasses a high efficiency BLDC motor. The fan is able to give ultra air volume with lower energy consumption, helping exhaust and enhance the indoor air quality. It’s suitable to be applied in HVAC system, especially in air purifiers. By complying with the latest codes, Genese provides a living space greener and more comfortable for every family.      

Let's use Genese energy-efficient Backward Curved Centrifugal Fan to become masters of green life! 

Reference: The Global Buildings Performance Network, 2013 http://www.gbpn.org/databases-tools/bc-detail-pages/ireland

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