Organisation profile
Unilin Insulation is an Irish manufacturer committed to supporting the construction industry in the delivery of Low and Zero Carbon buildings.
From design stage to the delivery of ‘A’ rated buildings, the construction professional can rely on the expertise and support of the Unilin Insulation team. It is through the interaction between manufacturers, designers, engineers, builders and energy assessors that together we can formulate strategies to ‘Close the Gap’ between design and actual performance on site.
Training aim
The presentation aims to provide a brief overview of the new Part L and NZEB. There is also an introduction to the RIAI 2030 Climate Challenge and an outline of the target criteria including embodied carbon. Also contained in the presentation are details on worked examples of embodied carbon for 4 dwelling types which were independently assessed by XCO2 which Xtratherm commissioned using Unilin's products and associated EPDs. The presentation aims to inform attendees about the process and conventions involved in a Life Cycle Assessment (LCA).
Learning objectives
Following this CPD Attendees will be familiar with:
- TGD Part L 2021 - Dwellings fabric targets and what is NZEB
- RIAI 2030 Climate Challenge – introducing embodied measurement
- Challenge Targets
- Operational Energy
- Embodied Carbon
- Potable Water
- LCA Calculation conventions – RICs Guidance
- LETI – Who are they and what are the targets
- EPD’s – What are they, Why do you need them, Where can you get them?
- XCO2 report - Assessment of Embodied Carbon in 4 Typical Dwellings
- Insulation specification to meet target U values
Course outline
The presentation provides a brief overview of the new Part L and NZEB. There is also an introduction to the RIAI 2030 Climate Challenge and an outline of the target criteria including embodied carbon. Within the presentation there are details on worked examples of embodied carbon for 4 dwelling types which were independently assessed by XCO2 which Xtratherm commissioned using Unilin Insulation's products and associated EPDs. The outcome of the presentation is to inform attendees about the XCO2 findings and the process and conventions involved in a Life Cycle Assessment (LCA).
Trainer's profile
Mark Magennis
NSAI and BRE Approved Thermal Modeller
BBA-TIMSA U-value calculation and condensation risk analysis competency scheme certified
Course duration
60 minutes
Assessment & certification
CPD Hours
Who should attend
This course is aimed at participant's who have an interest in Building performance. Particularly fabric performance, LCA (Life Cycle Assessments) and how embodied carbon is measured.
Website
www.unilininsulation.ie