Sustainability Benefits of solar shading

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Shading solutions can be an effective way to reduce energy consumption and improve comfort levels in a building. Michael Lewis, an expert from E.on, emphasized the importance of energy efficiency by stating that properly insulating 19 million homes, can save energy equivalent to six nuclear power plants. This staggering statistic not only highlights the cost-saving benefits of energy efficiency but also its critical role in creating a sustainable future by reducing overall energy consumption.

External Shading Solutions
Internal Shading Solutions

Combining both internal and external shading solutions can result in significant energy savings and a more comfortable living or working environment. Find out more about Our Passive Energy Saving Solutions below.

DID YOU KNOW? Any new commercial or residential building must have a ‘strategy for reducing overheating’!

Planning Permission Part O1> Reasonable provision must be made in respect of a dwelling, institution or any other building containing one or more rooms for residential purposes, other than a room in a hotel (“residences”) to— (a) limit unwanted solar gains in summer; (b) provide an adequate means to remove heat from the indoor environment.

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Do you have ‘acceptable strategies for reducing overheating risk’?

"Limiting solar gains 2.7 Solar gains in summer should be limited by any of the following means.

Fixed shading devices, comprising any of the following.
1. Shutters
2. External blinds
3. Overhangs
4. Awnings

Our Passive Energy Saving Solutions

Why choose external shading

External shading is widely considered the most effective approach to minimising heat gain, as it intercepts solar radiation before it reaches the window. With the ability to obstruct up to 90% or more of solar gain, it can lead to a large reduction in energy usage and costs over an extended period.

External Blinds

Intercept solar gain before it reaches the glass for optimal performance

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Awnings

Expand your outdoor living area with protection from the sun

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Pergolas

Provide all-weather protection for your outdoor space

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Parasols

A reliable, long-lasting solution to sun and rain protection

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Why choose internal shading

Internal shading is a cost-effective alternative that works great in conjunction with automation systems. EnergyPlus building modelling studies have shown that implementing internal shading can lead to a 16% reduction in air conditioning consumption, resulting in considerable energy savings.