The amendments to the energy standards due to come into force in October 2010 will encourage more building integration of low and zero carbon technology systems, including micro-renewables.
All installations of low carbon equipment and connections to district heating systems must comply with the building regulations. Whether the building is newly built or existing, the installation should be safe, should not damage the building, and should ensure the equipment works efficiently and can be operated effectively.
Each guide outlines the main features of each technology and identifies issues that need to be considered in the design and installation of low carbon equipment, for compliance with the building regulations, including good practice to optimise the energy efficiency of installations. More detailed guidance on the Scottish building regulations, including the functional standards, is given in the Technical Handbooks.