We were commissioned by Dalkia Energy, on behalf of Cardiff University, to support the University’s commitment to becoming net zero. Several Investment Grade Audits (IGA) were produced to identify a comprehensive list of energy conservation measures to deliver significant energy costs and carbon savings.
Ethical Planning obtained planning permission in August 2024 for the installation of solar PV arrays on the Arts and Social Studies Building, with a proposed array PV output of 190kWp. The application required consideration of the sustainable design principles, possible impact on residential amenity, the setting of the adjacent Cathays Park Conservation Area and associated heritage assets, as well as an understanding of Welsh Planning Policy. It is anticipated that the solar panels will be installed in late 2024 or early 2025.