There are many benefits to installing a Kensa heat pump for both the Architect and the client. These Include:-
When you have read the below benefits, be sure to read our Key Issues page which covers issues such as the Merton Rule, Building Regulations, Integrating your heat pump system and UK Legislation.
1. CERT Funding and the Renewable Heating Incentive:
Kensa are now able to offer clients £1,200.00 CERT funding on domestic installations which are completed by the end of 2010. Be sure to read more about this funding stream and to read more about the proposed Renewable Heating Incentive Scheme, which is another attractive funding stream currently out for consultation by the Government.
Kensa is a manufacturer with an objective to remove any ‘mystery’ linked to heat pump technology and their integration into modern buildings. Kensa’s application department will help you answer questions on how to maximise your client’s savings and integrate systems into buildings.
2. Help gain compliance with Part L of the Building Regulations.
Installing a ground source heat pump will increase a building’s SAP rating and help the building meet current Building Regulations. Indeed, such is the (carbon dioxide) CO2 reduction, there might be an opportunity, in some cases, to downgrade the insulation specification and still achieve an acceptable CO2 emission rate. However, this tactic is not recommended, simply because any increase in the property’s heat load will result in a higher flow temperature, a less efficient heat pump and higher running costs.
3. Can help meet the mandatory reductions set out within the Code for Sustainable Homes for energy reduction.
Due to the lower CO2 emissions from a heat pump it can help meet the minimum percentage reduction in Dwelling Emission Rate Over Target Emission Rate (as per SAP 2005) set out within the Code.
The Code will provide valuable information to home buyers, and offer builders and Architects a tool with which to differentiate themselves in sustainability terms.
4. Can assist in planning issues.
Many local authorities have adopted the use of the 'Merton Rule' within their planning requirements. Pioneered by the London Borough of Merton, the Merton Rule requires the use of renewable energy onsite to reduce annual CO2 emissions in the built environment. Typical reductions are 10%, however a number of authorities have increased above this level and are planning to introduce more stringent targets.
Installing a ground source heat pump can reduce the onsite CO2 emissions helping to meet planning requirements. The use of renewable technology is also generally favoured in any planning decision now made by local authorities. Download our document titled "Ground Source Heat Pumps for Social Housing" to find out more about using GSHP for new build or retrofit social housing schemes and the benefits this can provide to tenants and landlords.
5. Property Value: - Future proofs your client’s buildings and increases their resale value.
Energy performance certificates are now a requirement for domestic properties placed on the market, a ground source heat pump will improve a property’s energy efficiency rating allowing a premium to be charged when a property is sold.
6. Lower running costs
With a coefficient of performance of up to 4, your client’s heating bills can be reduced by up to 70% against oil.
7. UK manufacture
Specifically designed to match the UK climate with full application support based in the UK. Also, Kensa are the only ground source heat pump manufacturer, capable of manufacturing a single phase 24kW unit.
8. Modern technology
By using modern renewable technology, such as a Kensa heat pump, will demonstrate exemplar and sustainable building design. A socially sustainable building, if successful, can help people to see the benefit of living sustainably.
9. Comfort
Ideally combined with underfloor heating to provide enhanced comfort and a more useable and flexible living space for your clients.
7. Durable and Reliable
Design life of 25 years and no annual service requirements reducing lifetime ownership costs.
8. Client peace of mind
No risk of combustion, noxious gases or smells.
Now you understand the wide range of benefits that a ground source heat pump can offer you and your client, be sure to check out the Key Issues that must be considered.
