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The Code for Sustainable Homes
The Code for Sustainable Homes measures the sustainability of a new home against categories of sustainable design, rating the 'whole home' as a complete package rather than on a single characteristic.
The CSH uses a one to six star rating system to communicate the overall sustainability performance of a new home. The CSH sets minimum standards for energy and water use, set at incremental levels.
Implications – the countdown to 2016
The Government has detailed a timeline for the adoption of the CSH which concludes with net-zero carbon Level 6 homes by 2016.
Currently the average water use is 150 litres per person per day. To achieve ratings at the higher end of the Code the developer will have to install more water-friendly fittings and appliances to dramatically reduce this water consumption figure.
These devices invariably compromise user comfort for the sake of water efficiency. An integrated rainwater harvesting system reduces the need for compromises and reliance on such water-efficient devices.
Installing a KingspanWater rainwater harvesting system will help Levels 3, 4 and upwards to be achieved.
To reach Code Level 6 (80 litres per day) a form of rainwater harvesting will have to be adopted.
SUR 1 + WAT 1 & 2
The CSH contains two clauses which specifically refer to water - both the consumption of water and the management of surface water.
WAT 1 and WAT 2
SUR 1
For more information on SUR 1 click here
For a detailed guide to both SUR 1 and WAT 1 & 2 click here
The Building Research Establishment features The Kingspan Lighthouse within its showcase of sustainable design. The Lighthouse uses a KingspanWater rainwater harvesting system to achieve high water efficiency, helping the building to meet Level 6 of the Code for Sustainable Homes.
For more information click here
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Case Studies
Severnside Housing, Shropshire
When Severnside Housing needed to provide quality, affordable homes it embarked on a building project that would not only meet their local communities’ needs but also provide sustainable housing for the area.
