Question 1.8

8 of 11 in Climate Change and Energy

Objective

To promote the increased use of renewable energy sources to reduce dependence on fossil fuels producing carbon emissions

Importance: ImportanceImportance

Question

What percentage of total site energy demand is produced from an on-site renewable scheme (e.g. wind, solar, hydro photovoltaic bank, CHP operating on biomass or waste) in order to reduce dependence on carbon emitting sources

Targets and Justification

Best
75%
Good
Exceeds RSS minimum, but does not generate whole energy demand from renewables >30%
Minimum
Minimum set by RSS or local authority >10%

Applies to Developments

This question applies to Small, Medium and Large developments.