Associates and Regulatory Bodies
FSC, FENSA and other regulatory bodies explained
The Energy Saving Trust
The Energy Saving Trust is a non profit organisation funded by the government and the private sector. Its goals are to fight climate change by reducing carbon dioxide emissions, promoting sustainable living and energy conservation.
When asked, “what are the benefits of double glazing?”, the EST responded:
“The main benefit of double glazing is that heat lost through the windows will be halved. The risk of condensation building up will be reduced, there will be fewer draughts and your rooms will be more comfortable. Additionally, double glazing can reduce the level of outside noise.”
The Energy Saving Trust is a non profit organisation funded by the government and the private sector. Its goals are to fight climate change by reducing carbon dioxide emissions, promoting sustainable living and energy conservation.
When asked, “what are the benefits of double glazing?”, the EST responded:
“The main benefit of double glazing is that heat lost through the windows will be halved. The risk of condensation building up will be reduced, there will be fewer draughts and your rooms will be more comfortable. Additionally, double glazing can reduce the level of outside noise.”
FENSA
“The industry gold standard for replacement windows and doors - the proven brand trusted and demanded by consumers and local authorities”
FENSA is an acronym for the Fenestration Self-Assessment Scheme. It was established by the Glass and Glazing Federation (GGF) and other industry bodies with Government support in response to the current building regulations for England and Wales.
“The industry gold standard for replacement windows and doors - the proven brand trusted and demanded by consumers and local authorities”
FENSA is an acronym for the Fenestration Self-Assessment Scheme. It was established by the Glass and Glazing Federation (GGF) and other industry bodies with Government support in response to the current building regulations for England and Wales.
BM TRADA
“BM TRADA Certification is a leading multi-sector certification body accredited by UKAS (United Kingdom Accreditation Service).” - www.BMTRADA.com
“BM TRADA Certification is a leading multi-sector certification body accredited by UKAS (United Kingdom Accreditation Service).” - www.BMTRADA.com
The Forrest Stewardship Council
What does the FSC logo tell me about a product?
“The Forest Stewardship Council enables you to buy forest products of all kinds with confidence that you are not contributing to global forest destruction.
FSC certified forests are managed to ensure long term timber supplies while protecting the environment and the lives of forest-dependent peoples. Whenever you buy timber or timber products always look for the FSC logo” - The FSC Homepage
What does the FSC logo tell me about a product?
“The Forest Stewardship Council enables you to buy forest products of all kinds with confidence that you are not contributing to global forest destruction.
FSC certified forests are managed to ensure long term timber supplies while protecting the environment and the lives of forest-dependent peoples. Whenever you buy timber or timber products always look for the FSC logo” - The FSC Homepage
The GGF
“Look for Energy Efficient Windows - Reduce your Bills and Save the Planet!” - www.ggf.co.uk
GGF stands for the Glass and Glazing Federation and is a trade association for companies who make, supply or fit flat glass and related products.
“Look for Energy Efficient Windows - Reduce your Bills and Save the Planet!” - www.ggf.co.uk
GGF stands for the Glass and Glazing Federation and is a trade association for companies who make, supply or fit flat glass and related products.
The British Standards Institution
“As the world’s first national standards organization, BSI British Standards has a globally recognized reputation for independence, integrity and innovation in the production of standards and information products that promote and share best practice.” - www.bsigroup.com
“As the world’s first national standards organization, BSI British Standards has a globally recognized reputation for independence, integrity and innovation in the production of standards and information products that promote and share best practice.” - www.bsigroup.com
