Most planning authorities now require planning applications to include a Sustainability & Energy Statement for a new development.  

Detailed, professional statements play an important role in ensuring planning consent for a development. Local Authorities often have their own unique requirements and we work closely with them to tailor each assessment to meet their needs.

In a similar manner to Low and Zero Carbon (LZC) assessments, an energy statement will:

• Identify your buildings CO2 emissions and energy consumption.
• Make recommendations on fabric first energy savings.
• Investigate the Energy Hierarchy – Lean, Clean, Green – to determine the most effective way to reduce carbon emissions and energy consumption. 
• Investigate all LZC technologies that are appropriate for your building.
• Detailed analysis of the most appropriate technology including CO2 and energy savings, cost and payback.
• Demonstrate how the target can be met.
• Provide a comprehensive and clear report detailing the above.