AECB New Releases
Welcome to our New Releases area. Here you will find AECB press releases for the past 12 months or so, plus any new downloadable documents recently published by the AECB.
Looking for an older document? Access archived releases at the bottom of this page, or see our guide to AECB downloads.
Latest Downloads and Press Releases
Biomass - a burning issue
This discussion paper was commissioned by the AECB in order to explore issues around the use of biomass as a fuel in the UK.
3rd September 2010
Passivhaus Trust - Network statement
There has recently been some confusion about the creation of two Passivhaus organisations in the UK. However, following recent productive negotiations, this situation has now been resolved through the creation of two, completely independent organisations. Click on heading to go to statement
28th June 2010
Renewable energy proposals "will encourage emissions" warns AECB
AECB warns that DECC's proposed "Renewable Heat Incentive" is so badly designed that in some circumstances it pays people to install systems that emit more CO2.
23rd April 2010
AECB response to RHI consultation
AECB response to DECC questions on Renewable Heat Incentive, and the AECB background paper, to download
23rd April 2010
AECB establishes Passivhaus Trust
AECB has established the Passivhaus Trust to promote the Passivhaus standard and methodology, as a proven, healthy and deliverable way of reducing energy use and carbon emissions from buildings in the UK.