Case study list

Newport City Council

01/01/2008

Measures include:

• a Sedum roof which has improved insulation characteristics and also includes a rainwater collection system.
• collected water is used for toilet flushing throughout the building;
• north facing glazing to take advantage of natural daylight but avoiding overheating during the summer;
• underfloor heating and natural ventilation system all controlled by a building management system;
• lighting which is sensor controlled to ensure that it switches off when rooms are empty and dims when natural daylight is sufficient;
• high efficiency condensing boilers;
• photovoltaic solar panels;
• hot water solar panels; and
• a high standard of insulation throughout the school.