8Draught proofing
Progress
On time
- Not started
- Planning
- Implementation
- Continuous
OBJECTIVE
IMPACT
LowDraught proofing can improve efficiency by up to 40%.
Description
Sealing windows and external doors can reduce energy consumption and associated emissions.
Facility assessments can identify buildings with high heating and cooling needs and energy consumption. This can help prioritise identifying leaks in building envelopes and undertaking draught proofing buildings.
Draught proofing will be integrated into all new builds.
In addition, Council can remind staff, visitors and facility users to close doors/windows during heating/cooling operations (e.g. signage).
Draught proofing affects Scope 2 and 3 emissions through Council's buildings used by Council and through those leased by tenants.
Tasks
What's left to do?
- 31/05/2024
Conduct awareness campaign for staff.
- 30/06/2024
Assess buildings/facilities for draught proofing opportunities
Integrate findings into Asset Management software (Unity) / Energy Efficiency Register.
- 30/06/2024
Draught-proof Chiltern Athenaeum
This work is part of a larger restoration project of the Chiltern Athenaeum which included sealing of chimneys, draught-sealing around windows, doors and skirtings, and gap-sealing the ceiling.
- 23/08/2024
Conduct inventory on past draught proofing works
Add existing draught proofing upgrades to the Energy Efficiency Register module in Council's Asset Management software (Unity).
Summary and contacts
Timeline
Continuous
Target audience
Responsible organisations
- Assets & PropertyManages Council's assets and property, including maintenance and upgrades.
- Capital Works & WasteManages new builds and renovations.
- Environment & SustainabilityAssists with communications and awareness raising.
Emissions Scope
Indicative costs
[Council to insert price of quotes or past projects]
Indicative savings
Operational savings through optimised building fabric – savings reflect % efficiency improvement.
Information updated 12/03/2024
Communicate regularly to staff about energy efficiencies (e.g. signage). Include energy efficiency training in Environment & Sustainability (E&S) induction.