'We're not just going green, we're Keeping Blue'
At Keeping Blue we don't believe in 'greenwash', we aren't parading ourselves as eco-warriors trying to solve the world's energy problems overnight. We can see that the global approach to energy use needs to change, that is for certain. An imbalance in nature always corrects itself over time, we as humans have the ability to interfere with and to some extent control the smoothness and effectiveness of transition periods. The energy dilemma is no different, either we as humans collectively act to restore balance to global energy production and demand, or we carry on with 'business as normal' and endure an elongated period of suffering whilst being forced to adapt. That is the reality and also the privilege of being human, we have the ability (and responsibility) to decide which course we take.
Buildings in the UK are responsible for over 40% of total energy consumption, and thereby represent the single largest potential for energy saving. The government requires the UK to cut carbon emissions by 80% in 2050 (compared to 1990 levels), with an interim target of 34% by 2020. This early milestone is crucial in reaching the overall objective, meeting or surpassing this target will instil confidence that the 80% reduction can be achieved.
We can work alongside forward-thinking businesses to develop Energy Action Plans and produce Feasibility Studies for low carbon or renewable technologies. Our comprehensive Energy Audits will pinpoint the low-hanging fruit and direct you towards the optimal ROI measures applicable to your building.
The core of our work is consulting to the construction industry, where building regulations relating to energy efficiency have made it increasingly difficult to obtain planning permission. We have a proven track record of producing Part L compliance reports which meet and exceed requirements, as well as offering multi-faceted Low Carbon Design Advice - including specifying HVAC systems and passive design features.
Keeping Blue Ltd is ideally located in Horsham, West Sussex; 15 mins from Gatwick and less than an hour from central London. We offer Commercial and Residential services to homes and businesses throughout Sussex, and New Build services UK wide.
Director of Keeping Blue Ltd and principal consulting engineer, Chris Collier is passionate about producing innovative solutions to challenging engineering problems. With a focus on sustainability and energy efficiency, Chris is an associate member of the Institution of Mechanical Engineers, working towards becoming a full member.
Chris established Keeping Blue Ltd in 2010 in order to see his lifelong dream of designing low carbon buildings become a reality.
WHY KEEPING BLUE?
Whilst going 'green' may prove to be a passing trend, Keeping Blue represents a broader, lasting view towards a sustainable future. The magnitude of the task at hand has been compared to the scale of the Industrial Revolution. The time to take action has arrived!"
- Christopher Collier, Director, Keeping Blue Ltd
