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National framework should spur local planning response, says Climate Consulting
28th March 2012

In response to yesterday’s publication of the long-awaited National Planning and Policy Framework, Jonathan Galton, Head of Planning and Policy at Climate Consulting says:

“By and large we echo the general reaction that the tighter definition of sustainability is reassuring, along with the retention of key elements from earlier policy statements on flooding and renewable energy.  Most importantly, we are pleased to see the removal of the notorious “yes” default answer to development proposals.

“The release of the national framework should now act as a spur to local planners to ensure their policies on a range of issues, including climate change, are robust, practical and relevant. Through the “presumption in favour of sustainable development” planning applications can no longer be refused over specific issues if the local authority’s policies on these areas are out-of-date or simply non-existent.”


Clarity over future of RHI for domestic properties is needed sooner rather than later, says Climate Consulting
28th March 2012

Following the announcement by Climate Change Minister Greg Barker that further investment will be made in RHPP but RHI for domestic properties will be delayed until 2013, Clare Hierons, Head of Climate Consulting, says:

“The extra investment in the Renewable Heat Premium Payment Scheme (RHPP) will go a long way in enabling more households in the UK to benefit from cheaper, cleaner fuel.  We also welcome the news that the second phase of RHPP will also help community schemes and more social housing schemes to take advantage of renewable heat.

“However it is disappointing that there’s still uncertainty around the future of RHI for domestic properties. This incentive could help thousands of households in the UK take advantage of renewable heat as well as cutting carbon emissions, but we fear that many people will be put off investing in this technology while they don’t know for sure when they will receive RHI payments.  For the sake of those people still waiting for RHI payments and households that want to invest in clean energy we urge the Government to complete the consultation around the future of RHI as soon as possible.”


CEN Consulting Ltd announces planned growth and office relocation to East Croydon

CEN Consulting Ltd is pleased to announce a change of address due to company expansion. With plans for continued growth in coming years, CEN Consulting Ltd has moved to Stephenson House near East Croydon station. This move will provide greater access and facilities for clients and staff.

To coincide with the move, CEN Consulting Ltd is changing its name to Climate Consulting Ltd. The new name will align more closely with the consultancy’s climate change mitigation and adaptation services, which are key priorities for our clients.

CLIMATE CONSULTING LTD will continue to offer impartial sustainability advice to planners, developers, local authorities, registered providers, social landlords, communities, schools and businesses. Its services range from working with clients to review and /or create a sustainability strategy, implementing measures to reduce carbon and the appraisal of renewable technology solutions.

“After more than 13 years the industry has changed and clients now require consultancies to offer greater flexibility in how we work with them not to mention how we add value to their organisations no matter how big or small the project,” said Tristan Heath, head of consulting at CLIMATE CONSULTING LTD. “We are still the same company but with a new name and visual identity. We simply want to let more people know that CLIMATE CONSULTING LTD understands changes in the marketplace and is well positioned to provide a more comprehensive service that so many companies and government departments are now looking for, including greater access to funding streams such as CESP, SHESP and CERT.”

Climate Consulting will relocate to its new office in East Croydon, with effect from Friday, 3 June 2011 at the following address:

CLIMATE CONSULTING LTD,
Stephenson House,
2 Cherry Orchard Road,
East Croydon,
CR0 6BA.

Tel: 020 8633 9823 / 07740933016

 

Email:

raphaela.kennedy@climate-consulting.co.uk