The standard for concrete, BS 8500, is about to be revised and this update will considerably increase the range of low carbon concrete available for
Precast concrete is simultaneously at the cutting edge of Modern Methods of Construction (MMC) and utilising the inherent, proven performance benefits of concrete. These benefits
For centuries, the educational institutions of Britain provided fertile ground for architectural innovation. We are seeing more academic buildings incorporating sustainable features, not only to
A presentation and panel discussion about the New Model Building, a project by Waugh Thistleton, Buro Happold and UCL, which has established a pre-approved construction
David’s presentation will cover the circular economy design principles for buildings; practical examples and case studies; and a brief summary of the requirements of the
Regenerative circular design consultants 540 WORLD and Accoya wood as a gamechanging innovation exemplar present gold standard sustainable timber innovations and why sustainable circularity is
Steel is one of the most widely used and resource intensive materials used in construction. Although commonly recycled at end of life, the reuse of
The decarbonisation of structures is one of the most important challenges that our industry faces. Jasen will present on the use of efficient concreting materials
Will Arnold, the IStructE’s Head of Climate Action, will present on the decarbonisation of steel, concrete and timber in the UK. As well as critiquing
Growing interest in zero carbon and low embodied energy casts a spotlight on materials that are specified. While mainstream petrochemical, synthetic and cementitious materials strive
A specialist international panel have joined forces with UK consultants 540 WORLD and Partners to showcase to manufacturers and clients the global exemplars and most
Sharing insights from a forthcoming book, this session will discuss how we can better understand materials and their environmental impacts so we can make more
Mass timber construction can provide an opportune route to decarbonisation in our built environment, however extensive research has identified difficulties in regards to insurance. A
The majority of new housing in the UK is constructed using brick and block. Detailed design and specification continues to evolve to meet building regulations
Steel is the backbone of modern economies and underpins many industrial sectors, including construction which accounts for more than half of all steel use globally.
This session will look at the importance of data, how it is collated across the supply chain and what this means when you need to make
“We can no longer let the people in power decide what hope is. Hope is not passive. Hope is not blah blah blah. Hope is
Did you know there was a sand crisis? A fundamental building block of glass and concrete is running out, and what is left is being
Building materials that are flammable, that encourage black mould growth, that give off carcinogenic particles are killing us. The construction industry has chosen profit and
Say no to endless, directionless growth! Say no to consumerism! These are the systems on which our world spins. We will explore how, as a
Did you know there was a sand crisis? A fundamental building block of glass and concrete is running out, and what is left is being
Building materials that are flammable, that encourage black mould growth, that give off carcinogenic particles are killing us. The construction industry has chosen profit and
Say no to endless, directionless growth! Say no to consumerism! These are the systems on which our world spins. We will explore how, as a
