Look at lifetime costs

In specifying a heating system, it is important to base requirements on output and functional needs, rather than describing the process by which these will be achieved. This allows for flexibility and perhaps more thoughtful or innovative approaches to a heating solution, one that will fulfil needs over the system’s life.

As an example, an RAF air base in Coltishall has achieved genuine energy saving after installing a radiant heating system. Compared to its previous boiler system, the base saw a 64% reduction in heating costs and a 55% emissions reduction. Over a ten year period following the system’s introduction it was calculated that the base would get discounted savings of near £150,000.