Why was Hurricane Helene so damaging?
Industry News Why was Hurricane Helene so damaging? Storm Helene made landfall in Florida, Georgia, North and South Carolina, and Tennessee. The storm caused damage across six states, and the loss of more than 100 lives. Analysis of Storm Helene suggests that human induced climate change played a significant role in the volume of rainfall […]
Relief and recovery efforts continue in Nigeria
Industry News Relief and recovery efforts continue in Nigeria Almost four weeks have passed since the Alau dam collapsed following a period of heavy rainfall. Flash floods submerged houses and farmland, leaving over 300 people dead, and 1.2 million people affected, across 31 states. Water levels remain dangerously high, and an outbreak of cholera is […]
Floods shut roads, halt trains and close schools
Industry News Floods shut roads, halt trains and close schools In the late afternoon of 26th September 2024, Birmingham experienced a heavy rainfall event lasting around four hours. The preceding days had been fairly wet, and the surface water drainage systems were quickly overwhelmed leading to significant localised flooding within the first couple of hours. […]
Buildings to prove they are net zero carbon with UK’s first agreed methodology
Industry News Buildings to prove they are net zero carbon with UK’s first agreed methodology New guidelines for net-zero buildings in the UK aim to reduce “greenwashing” by setting a clear standard for sustainable homes. With claims like “zero bills” and “net zero” often leading to confusion, this cross-industry initiative seeks to ensure that buildings […]
Guidelines for Net-Zero Buildings to Eliminate ‘Greenwashing’
Industry News Guidelines for Net-Zero Buildings to Eliminate ‘Greenwashing’ New guidelines for net-zero buildings in the UK aim to reduce “greenwashing” by setting a clear standard for sustainable homes. With claims like “zero bills” and “net zero” often leading to confusion, this cross-industry initiative seeks to ensure that buildings meet genuine environmental benchmarks. READ FULL […]
Net-zero carbon standard launched to create ‘level playing field’ in built environment
Industry News Net-zero carbon standard launched to create ‘level playing field’ in built environment A pilot version of the UK Net Zero Carbon Building Standard (UK NZCBS) has been published this week. The standard has been developed over three years of collaboration by organisations. READ FULL ARTICLE HERE Share this article: Read more:
Approval for new net zero standard
Industry News Approval for new net zero standard Promoters of the Passivhaus concept in the UK have approved the drafting of an industry definition for what constitutes a net zero building. The pilot version of the UK Net Zero Carbon Buildings Standard has been released this week for consultation. READ FULL ARTICLE HERE Share this […]
New Experience route to membership and registration
Industry News New Experience route to membership and registration New route is tailored for building services engineers with practical experience who do not hold the academic requirement. READ FULL ARTICLE HERE Share this article: Read more:
Grundfos Water Treatment achieves CIBSE Certification for sustainable practices
Industry News Grundfos Water Treatment achieves CIBSE Certification for sustainable practices This ECV certification not only recognises Grundfos’ position as a leader in sustainable building practices but also encourages other manufacturers to adopt similar environmentally responsible approaches. READ FULL ARTICLE HERE Share this article: Read more:
CIBSE relocates to new Headquarters in central London
Industry News Build2Perform Live to showcase NABERS UK A seminar to promote Nabers UK will take place at this year’s Build2Perform Live. The energy rating system for offices was launched in November 2020 and is based on the successful Nabers scheme in Australia. CIBSE Certification, a subsidiary of CIBSE, has administered the scheme since April. […]
Build2Perform Live to showcase NABERS UK
Industry News Build2Perform Live to showcase NABERS UK A seminar to promote Nabers UK will take place at this year’s Build2Perform Live. The energy rating system for offices was launched in November 2020 and is based on the successful Nabers scheme in Australia. CIBSE Certification, a subsidiary of CIBSE, has administered the scheme since April. […]
Lalalli Senna designs Brazil’s tallest skyscraper to be “celestial”
Industry News Lalalli Senna designs Brazil’s tallest skyscraper to be celestial The project will pursue LEED Platinum certification, making it the “first supertall residential building” to achieve the feat if awarded and it will also be the first building in Latin America to use a Tuned Mass Damper (TMD), which reduces vibrations in tall and […]
Sustainability from the ground up: Designing eco friendly buildings with AI
Industry News Sustainability from the ground up Designing eco friendly buildings with AI In today’s age of heightened climate awareness and accelerated innovation, it’s fair to ask, “What is systemically hindering the transition to efficient buildings and green construction?” READ FULL ARTICLE HERE Share this article: Read more:
Inaugural Natural Fibre Insulation Week kicks off on 14th October 2024
Industry News Inaugural Natural Fibre Insulation Week kicks off on 14th October 2024 ASBP is delighted to announce the launch of our Natural Fibre Insulation Week, an exciting new showcase of natural fibre insulation products and systems, with a series of in-person events, CPDs, tours and practical hands-on workshops taking place across the UK from […]
ASBP Reuse Now campaign: Promoting a Circular Economy in the Built Environment
Industry News ASBP Reuse Now campaign: Promoting a Circular Economy in the Built Environment An update on the ASBPour Reuse Now campaign, which is promoting the reuse of construction materials through a series of webinars, in-person events, ‘deep-dive’ workshops and the creation of a resource hub. READ FULL ARTICLE HERE Share this article: Read more:
Timber misconceptions
Industry News Timber misconceptions Timber has been used as a building material for thousands of years, but still there are still some common misconceptions about wood, which are discussed here. Wienerberger’s employees to volunteer for the charity. READ FULL ARTICLE HERE Share this article: Read more:
Wienerberger partners with Emmaus to fight homelessness and nurture new skills
Industry News Wienerberger partners with Emmaus to fight homelessness and nurture new skills Wienerberger’s social impact strategy is supporting Emmaus, the Homelessness Charity. The partnership will also allow for product donations to build and/or renovate Emmaus UK’s buildings, and opportunities for Wienerberger’s employees to volunteer for the charity. READ FULL ARTICLE HERE Share this article: […]
LeedsPIPES Gains International Acclaim as Leading Heat Network
Industry News LeedsPIPES Gains International Acclaim as Leading Heat Network The Canadian-based Boltzmann Institute has recognised the LeedsPIPES heat network as an international exemplar of a city-wide heating solution. The heat network, providing homes, businesses and public buildings with low carbon heating harnessed from a nearby Recycling and Energy Recovery Facility, was responsible for nearly […]
Vital Energi Ltd selected as main contractor for Solihull heat network
Industry News Vital Energi Ltd selected as main contractor for Solihull heat network The Solihull Heat Network, funded by HNIP in Round 5, has selected Vital Energy as the contractor who will lead on building, operating and maintaining the new network. The scheme forms part of Solihull Council’s aim to decarbonise the borough over the […]
Community engagement event at Worthing heat network
Industry News Community engagement event at Worthing heat network Last week, Hemiko launched their first major community engagement event for the Worthing heat network. Residents were invited to explore the benefits of the heat network, as the organisation goes on the hunt for a street where the majority of people want low carbon heating. Construction […]
Essential Guide to Combating Modern Slavery
Industry News Essential guide to combating modern slavery My give away is the standard that everyone should read and implement – a free to use standard and a topic close to my heart. How we all respond to modern-day slavery. It provides organizations with guidance for managing the risk of modern slavery, including prevention, identification, […]
Businesses Confident in Reaching Net Zero by 2030
Industry News Businesses confident in reaching Net Zero by 2030 Everyone knows Net Zero is coming; it’s only six years to the 2030 benchmark. Over the last 4 years, BSI has been taking the pulse of leading organizations. We’ve been learning and meeting their obligations and uncovering the successful measures they’ve been taking. In our […]
Voters Elevate Climate Leaders to Power, Signaling Hope for Global Action
Industry News Voters elevate climate leaders to power, signaling hope for global action From Tómasdóttir in Iceland, Peng Chi-ming in Taiwan, to Sheinbaum in Mexico and Milliband in the UK, voters are propelling lawmakers with a deep understanding of the climate challenge into power. Leaders who bring scientific expertise and commitment to climate action to […]
Sustainability Key to Attracting Young Talent, Deloitte Survey Finds
Industry News Sustainability key to attracting young talent, Deloitte survey finds This recent survey by Deloitte places Sustainability at the core to the employee brand proposition, especially for staff in their 20s & 30s, the biggest & most influential % of the workforce. READ FULL ARTICLE HERE Share this article: Read more:
How a circular economy can unlock UK prosperity Green Alliance, June 2024
Industry News How a circular economy can unlock UK prosperity Green Alliance, June 2024 Putting a circular economy at the heart of decision making by rejecting throwaway living, improving the amount of raw materials used and gaining economic resilience while helping with the cost of living. It is also part of tacking climate change and […]
Will Labour’s planning reforms work?
Industry News Will Labour’s planning reforms work? The government has put planning reform at the heart of its plans for economic growth and seek to ‘turbo charge’ new homes and infrastructure. What are the barriers and what is the plan to overcome them? READ FULL ARTICLE HERE Share this article: Read more:
Biodiversity Net Gain (BNG) lessons learned with local planning authorities
Industry News Biodiversity Net Gain (BNG) lessons learned with local planning authorities BNG is now mandatory in England, but it will fundamentally depend on Local Authorities to be delivered. READ FULL ARTICLE HERE Share this article: Read more:
Climate change and nature recovery are central to economic growth
Industry News Climate change and nature recovery are central to economic growth House of Lords King’s Speech Debate – read Baroness Young of Old Scone on why “climate change, the environment, biodiversity and nature recovery are all central to the UK’s future economic growth.” READ FULL ARTICLE HERE Share this article: Read more:
CCC calls for urgent action to meet 2030 climate targets amid past failures
Industry News CCC calls for urgent action to meet 2030 climate targets amid past failures The Climate Change Committee warns that only a third of required emissions reductions for the UK’s 2030 target have credible plans, urging immediate action on electric cars, heat pumps, and tree planting while highlighting ten key recommendations for policy improvements. […]
UK must install three million heat pumps in the next five years to meet net zero targets
Industry News UK must install three million heat pumps in the next five years to meet net zero targets The UK is significantly behind in achieving its 2030 net zero target, requiring urgent action in renewable energy installations, heat pump adoption, and electric vehicle market share, along with consistent long-term policies to support these changes. […]
Sarah Jones MP appointed as new UK Construction Minister: Advocate for Safety and Sustainable Development
Industry News Sarah Jones MP appointed as new UK Construction Minister: Advocate for Safety and Sustainable Development Image credit: Gov.uk Sarah Jones, a construction safety advocate and opponent of development rights, is set to become the new construction minister, bringing her extensive experience and focus on innovation, sustainability, and housing issues. READ FULL ARTICLE HERE […]
Labour’s ambitious housing reform promises: Scrutiny and challenges in the King’s Speech
Industry News Labour’s ambitious housing reform promises: Scrutiny and challenges in the King’s Speech Labour’s King’s Speech, the first in 15 years, promises significant housing reforms, but raises concerns about implementation and lacks strong focus on social housing, leaving doubts about immediate improvements. READ THE FULL ARTICLE HERE Share this article: Read more:
Offsite Construction Week Unveiled
Industry News Offsite Construction Week Unveiled Acknowledged for connecting the offsite supply-chain with architects, engineers, consultants, contractors and clients who want to be future-ready, Offsite Expo has been integrated into a week boasting educational seminars, interactive panel debates, and factory tours, as part of Offsite Construction Week. Access the full Programme for Offsite Construction Week […]
Government announces first steps to reform water sector
Industry News Government announces first steps to reform water sector Image Credit: Baz Richardson/ Flickr Environment Secretary Steve Reed has proposed reforms to tackle the water sector crisis, including ringfencing investment funds, prioritizing customers and the environment, empowering customer panels, and increasing compensation for service failures. Read the full article here. Share this article: Read […]
UK’s New Labour Government Lifts ‘Absurd’ Ban on Onshore Wind
Industry News Zero Carbon Design 2030: How we plan to achieve net zero carbon on all our projects by 2030 Image Credit: Mike Kemp/ Getty Images The UK’s new Labour government has lifted the ban on onshore wind projects, aiming to double onshore wind energy by 2030. This move revises the National Planning Policy Framework, […]
Zero Carbon Design 2030: How we plan to achieve net zero carbon on all our projects by 2030
Industry News Zero Carbon Design 2030: How we plan to achieve net zero carbon on all our projects by 2030 Cundall aims to achieve net zero carbon on all projects by 2030 through its Zero Carbon Design 2030 initiative, involving collaboration, cultural shift, and interim goals like 25% by 2024. Read the full article here. […]
Construction industry hopes Labour landslide will bring stability
Industry News Construction industry hopes Labour landslide will bring stability The construction industry is cautiously reacting to the Labour Party’s election victory, with over half expecting more work. Concerns arise over lack of detail on manifesto pledges, lack of housing priorities, and unrealistic timelines. Read the full article here. Share this article: Read more:
Construction industry reacts to historic Labour win
Industry News Construction industry reacts to historic Labour win UK Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer pledges clean energy, £6.6bn energy efficiency improvements, and 1.5m new homes amid a loss of Conservative MPs, aiming to boost market confidence and investment. Read the full article here. Share this article: Read more:
The unveiling of ‘Salon,’ the public artwork honouring the Paris 2024 legacy
Industry News The unveiling of ‘Salon,’ the public artwork honouring the Paris 2024 legacy Topically for this summer, a small insight into part of Paris’s extra curricula agenda around the core sport Olympic celebration. Read the full article here. Share this article: Read more:
PlanBEE Apprenticeship Programme seeking London employers
Industry News PlanBEE Apprenticeship Programme seeking London employers London has one of the most diverse populations of young people in the world with almost 20% of all Londoners under the age of 25. With a population that is rapidly growing and changing, these young people must be seen as valuable assets to the capital’s economy, […]
Meeting the housing stock needs of 2040
Industry News Meeting the housing stock needs of 2040 By 2040, England’s 16+ population is set to grow by 6% and the country is estimated to have lost at least an additional 385,800 social homes. Read the full article here Share this article: Read more:
Build a better housing policy
Industry News Build a better housing policy ‘Build a better housing policy’ – more houses promised, but where are the workers to build them? Read the full article here Share this article: Read more:
Mayor partners with private firms to accelerate transition to net zero
Industry News Mayor partners with private firms to accelerate transition to net zero Mayor Tracy Brabin of West Yorkshire announces partnership with four private firms to expedite the region’s net zero goals by 2038, focusing on green skills and decarbonisation efforts. Read the full article here Share this article: Read more:
Draft guidance for Social Housing Decarbonisation Fund Wave 3 released
Industry News A new interactive website for our National Character Area profiles The Department for Energy Security and Net Zero has introduced draft guidance for the Social Housing Decarbonisation Fund Wave 3, including two new application routes. A survey of 2,000 British households revealed 63% have invested in energy-efficient home improvements, with 49% reducing bills, […]
A new interactive website for our National Character Area profiles
Industry News A new interactive website for our National Character Area profiles Sally Marshall, Principal Landscape Adviser, Natural England, and Associate Member, Landscape Institute, takes a look at the Natural England’s new National Character Area map. Read the full article here Share this article: Read more:
Time to act on carbon capture and reduction
Industry News Time to act on carbon capture and reduction A closer look at the recommendations for future action made in the Landscape & Carbon report, by the Landscape Institute and the British Association of Landscape Architects, and how you can get involved. Read the full article here Share this article: Read more:
Does the builder-developer model need to change?
Industry News Does the builder-developer model need to change? The Grenfell Inquiry’s report to the government reveals the industry’s reputation for overspends, overruns, and poor quality, with fragmentation causing client involvement and best practices involving negotiated, collaborative procurement methods. Read the full article here Share this article: Read more:
Change in design culture
Industry News Change in design culture The current building design neglects future changes, causing waste and construction waste. To support planned changes, designers should integrate reusing and transformative principles, use renewable resources, align product development and design, and implement lifelong learning initiatives. Read the full article here Share this article: Read more:
Retrofit revolution: how do we decarbonise the UK’s homes?
Industry News Santander report urges government action on home retrofitting to tackle climate crisis The UK Green Building Council predicts 29 million homes needing retrofitting by 2050, with 15 million by the end of this decade. A large-scale, long-term government project is needed. Read the full article here Share this article: Read more:
Santander report urges government action on home retrofitting to tackle climate crisis
Industry News Santander report urges government action on home retrofitting to tackle climate crisis Santander’s survey reveals a gap in UK homeowners’ awareness of energy efficiency improvements, with 48% acknowledging the potential benefits. However, barriers like lack of knowledge about EPC ratings, uncertainty about tradespeople, and high retrofit costs persist. Government support is needed. Read […]