Introduction
In the current climate of energy regulation, carbon targets, and sustainability demands, the role of a specialist in building energy compliance and sustainability is more crucial than ever. That’s where EAL Consult comes in — helping developers, architects, and building owners meet regulatory requirements, achieve planning approvals, and deliver net-zero ready properties.
In this blog, we’ll cover:
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What EAL Consult does (its services & strengths)
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Why early engagement with EAL adds value
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Typical workflow & project stages
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How clients can work with EAL
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Contact & practical details
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Disclaimer & recommended approach
Who Is EAL Consult & What They Specialize In
EAL Consult (part of Energy Assessors London Ltd) is a building sustainability and energy compliance consultancy in the UK. ealconsult.com Their expertise spans:
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Energy Assessments & EPC / Non-Domestic EPC
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SAP & SBEM Thermal / Energy Calculations for compliance with Part L of building regulations ealconsult.com
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Sustainability Statements & Reports
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Daylight / Sunlight & Overshadowing Analyses
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Overheating Risk Assessments
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Whole Life-Cycle Carbon Assessments / Net Zero Strategy
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Retrofit Consultancy, minimum energy efficiency standard compliance (e.g. PAS 2035), and portfolio retrofit works ealconsult.com
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Planning Reports, Building Services / M&E, Water Calculations, Environmental Reports (air quality, geotechnical, etc.) ealconsult.com
EAL also holds credentials such as Elmhurst Registered Assessor, BRE Registered Assessor, Retrofit Assessor accreditation, etc. ealconsult.com
Because of this, EAL is well positioned to act as a one-stop consulting partner for energy, compliance, and sustainability in building projects, from new build to retrofit.
Why Early Engagement with EAL Matters
1. Regulatory & Planning Alignment
Many local authorities and building control bodies require energy statements, EPCs, overheating analyses, and sustainability statements as part of planning or building regulation submissions. Having EAL onboard early ensures your design is steerable to comply, rather than having to retrofit late changes.
2. Cost & Carbon Optimization
By performing thermal modelling, carbon life-cycle studies, and energy simulations in the design stage, EAL can help optimize insulation levels, material choices, HVAC systems, orientation, glazing, and renewable integration to find the sweet spot between up-front cost and long-term energy/carbon performance.
3. Avoid Surprises at Certification Stage
If EAL only comes in after construction, you risk non-compliance, failed EPCs, or redesign demands. Early validation and iterative feedback reduces those risks.
4. Holistic Sustainability Strategy
Because EAL handles daylight analysis, water, environmental reports, retrofit strategy, and more, they can help ensure that your building is sustainable across multiple metrics — not just energy. That helps future-proof against changing regulation and market demand.
Typical Project Workflow with EAL Consult
Here’s a representative pathway in which EAL might engage in a project:
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Pre-Design / Concept Stage
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Evaluate site constraints (solar exposure, overshadowing, orientation)
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Provide preliminary energy & carbon targets
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Early stage planning reports / sustainability strategy
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Design & Modelling Stage
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Perform SAP / SBEM calculations, thermal modelling
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Overheating risk assessments
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Daylight / sunlight / overshadowing analyses
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Suggest energy efficiency measures & renewables to meet net-zero goals
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Planning Submission
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Prepare and submit energy statements, sustainability statements, environmental reports
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Liaise with planning officers to resolve queries
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Detailing & Coordination
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Check M&E / building services proposals align with energy and compliance models
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Ensure thermal bridging, building envelope, glazing details are consistent
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Construction Phase
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Monitor adherence to design assumptions (insulation, air tightness, thermal continuity)
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Provide on-site advice or corrective adjustments if deviations occur
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Certification & Handover
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Final EPC, display energy certificates, compliance sign-off
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Post-occupancy evaluation or monitoring (if applicable)
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Retrofit / Future Upgrades
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For existing buildings: assess retrofit potential, compliance with PAS 2035, energy upgrades, portfolio strategies
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How Clients Should Work With EAL
If you are a developer, architect, or building owner:
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Include EAL’s scope in your early brief (concept stage)
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Ask for modelled performance targets, not just guidelines
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Ensure their deliverables cover planning / regulatory documents, reports, and compliance checks
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Budget for coordination with design team (architects, M&E, structural)
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Allocate for oversight during construction to ensure assumptions are realized
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Consider future upgrades or net-zero roadmaps as part of the engagement
Contact & Practical Details for EAL Consult
From their website: ealconsult.com
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📞 Phone: 020 8930 5668
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📧 Email: admin@ealconsult.com
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Company: Energy Assessors London Ltd (Registered in England 05079365) ealconsult.com
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Website: www.ealconsult.com
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Disclaimer & Notes
This blog post is provided by SOS (Sound of Silence) for educational and informational purposes only. SOS does not have any commercial affiliation or benefit for marketing activities from EAL Consult.
If your project requires professional energy compliance, sustainability consultancy, or certification services, please connect directly with EAL Consult or another qualified specialist who can assess your specific project context, constraints, and goals.
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For any queries related to energy compliance, sustainability, or EAL Consult’s services, please use the contact details mentioned within this blog or visit www.ealconsult.com directly.