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Review of co-heating test methodologies

https://www.nhbc.co.uk/insights-and-media/foundation/publications/review-of-co-heating-test-methodologies

Developed to assess the amount of heat that leaks through the thermal envelope of a building.

Foundation report

Operational and embodied carbon in new build housing: a reappraisal

https://www.nhbc.co.uk/insights-and-media/foundation/publications/operational-and-embodied-carbon-in-new-build-housing-a-reappraisal

Until now, focus has been almost entirely on the carbon emissions resulting from the operation of homes.

Foundation report

Watts in store? Introduction to energy storage batteries for homes

https://www.nhbc.co.uk/insights-and-media/foundation/publications/watts-in-store-introduction-to-energy-storage-batteries-for-homes

A guide for house builders considering the installation of a battery system.

Foundation report

Zero carbon compendium 2011: who’s doing what in housing worldwide

https://www.nhbc.co.uk/insights-and-media/foundation/publications/zero-carbon-compendium-2011-who-s-doing-what-in-housing-worldwide

An update of the popular Zero Carbon Compendium (NF17).

Foundation report

Air movement and thermal performance report: an investigation into the effect of air movement on the thermal performance of domestic pitched roof constructions

https://www.nhbc.co.uk/insights-and-media/foundation/publications/air-movement-and-thermal-performance-report-an-investigation-into-the-effect-of-air-movement-on-the-thermal-performance-of-domestic-pitched-roof-constructions

This work, supported by the NHBC Foundation, was part of a programme of work (led by the Zero Carbon Hub) to understand the factors contributing to the gap between design and actual energy performance of homes.

Foundation report

Modern methods of construction: building on experience

https://www.nhbc.co.uk/insights-and-media/foundation/publications/modern-methods-of-construction-building-on-experience

Transforming the productivity and quality of house building.

Foundation report

Modern housing: households’ views of their new homes

https://www.nhbc.co.uk/insights-and-media/foundation/publications/modern-housing-households-views-of-their-new-homes

The review provides a snapshot of households’ views on their homes and neighbourhoods.

Foundation report

Part L 2014 – where to start: an introduction for house builders and designers – timber frame construction (for Wales)

https://www.nhbc.co.uk/insights-and-media/foundation/publications/part-l-2014-where-to-start-an-introduction-for-house-builders-and-designers-timber-frame-construction-for-wales

This guide provides a starting point for designing new homes to comply with the 2014 edition Approved Document L1A

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Plugging in to the future: electric vehicle charging and new homes

https://www.nhbc.co.uk/insights-and-media/foundation/publications/plugging-in-to-the-future-electric-vehicle-charging-and-new-homes

Considering the safety aspects of installation and providing a comprehensive list of standards to be consulted.

Foundation report

The Merton Rule: a review of the practical, environmental and economic effects

https://www.nhbc.co.uk/insights-and-media/foundation/publications/the-merton-rule-a-review-of-the-practical-environmental-and-economic-effects

The Merton Rule is the name given to a policy first implemented by the South London Borough Council in 2003.

Foundation report