Publications
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Technical Paper 13
A technical paper outlining the importance of life cycle analysis in assessing the sustainability of new buildings and maintaining existing buildings.
Technical Paper 21
A paper identifying data sources that can be helpful for assessing the energy performance of historic buildings.
External consultation: Response to Scotland's Construction Sector Enquiry
"External consultation: Scotland's Construction Sector Enquiry" is the HES response to the Economy, Energy, and Fair Work Committee about Historic Environment Scotland's role in Scotland's construction sector.
Technical Paper 08
A paper modelling the thermal upgrades at a Conservation Group pilot site.
EFFESUS Partner Historic Scotland - General Information
"EFFESUS Partner Historic Scotland - General Information" is a document detailing our involvement in EFFESUS, a European research project on energy efficiency in historic districts.
EFFESUS Partner Historic Scotland - Activities
"EFFESUS Partner Historic Scotland - Activities" is a summary of activities in Scotland relating to EFFESUS, a European research project on energy efficiency in historic districts.
Refurbishment Case Study 27
This case study looks at works to improve ventilation and insulation in a traditional building to prevent the re-growth of mould.
Power to the People
This book traces the industry through the groundbreaking technical achievements of Scottish engineers and the important contribution of a number of distinguished pre- and post-war Scottish architects.
Refurbishment Case Study 21
A case study describing the re-instatement of an early micro-hydroelectric plant.
Technical Paper 17
This paper models comprehensive upgrades for three traditional property types and identifies financial opportunities for financial support through the Green Deal.
Technical Paper 16
This technical paper presents the findings of financial modelling exercises taken on a detached cottage and an urban tenement flat.
Refurbishment Case Study 12
This case study describes the installation and running of a biomass system at Kincardine Castle.
Refurbishment Case Study 35
This Refurbishment Case Study describes insulation work to five flats in a 19th century traditional domestic tenement completed by Lister Housing Co-operative.
Technical Paper 09
Findings on how slim-profile double glazing compares to secondary glazing fitted to single-glazed windows.
Refurbishment Case Study 8
A case study describing efficiency upgrade works to a two-storey stone building.