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IF WE HAVE THE ABILITY, WE HAVE A RESPONSIBILITY
Opinion Piece IF WE HAVE THE ABILITY, WE HAVE A RESPONSIBILITY Opinion piece by David Ing, Managing Director, Fabrick It feels like the industry is in the middle of a perfect storm of skills shortages, changes in regulations, increasing costs, increased scrutiny and complexity, and a lack of decision-making from the Government. The Building Safety
The next government must get behind the circular economy
Opinion Piece The next government must get behind the circular economy Opinion piece by Ben Goodwin, Director of Policy and Public Affairs, IEMA There are a range of issues in the environmental space that the next government will have to grapple with and make speedy progress on. We have of course our long-term commitment to
Shaping The Future Of Sustainable Construction With Unprecedented Impact
Press release FUTUREBUILD 2024: SHAPING THE FUTURE OF SUSTAINABLE CONSTRUCTION WITH UNPRECEDENTED IMPACT Despite the challenges currently faced by the industry, Futurebuild continues to push boundaries, leaving a lasting impact on the sector. As the 2024 edition comes to a wrap, the industry continues to react to Futurebuild and its unwavering commitment to sustainability, innovation,
Driving forward confidence in renewables with MCS
Opinion Piece Driving forward confidence in renewables with MCS Opinion piece by Ian Rippin, CEO of MCS (Microgeneration Certification Scheme When it comes to investing in renewable technology, consumers can, understandably, feel cautious about transitioning away from their fossil fuel systems, especially when they have relied on those systems for years to heat and power
A call for an industry route-map Designing reinforced concrete for climate change resilience
Opinion Piece A call for an industry route-map -Designing reinforced concrete for climate change resilience Opinion piece by Chris Atkins, Mott MacDonald and Nigel Fraser, BUILDOFFSITE It is widely accepted that climate change is caused by the increasing level of atmospheric CO2 which has increased by 30% since the ISO equations were developed for the
Driving Prosperity: Innovations in the Built Environment for Connected Communities
Opinion Piece Driving Prosperity: Innovations in the Built Environment for Connected Communities Opinion piece by Sam Markey is Ecosystem Director for Place Leadership at Connected Places Catapult Places thrive on their ability to connect people – to resources, opportunities, and each other. The better connected a place, the more effective the flow of goods, talent,
The Joy of Streets – why is it so hard to make healthy streets happen?
Opinion Piece The Joy of Streets – why is it so hard to make healthy streets happen? Opinion piece by Amy Burbidge, Head of Master Development & Design, Homes England Streets are really important. Once streets are laid out, their pattern lasts a very long time – just look at historic cities through time and
‘Game-changing’ British heat pump unlocks gas-free home heating for the masses
Press release ‘Game-changing’ British heat pump unlocks gas-free home heating for the masses To reach Net Zero by 2050 up to 80% of UK homes could need a heat pump Kensa’s Shoebox NX heat pump unlocks a viable solution to decarbonise heating for 60% of UK homes, from high-rise flats to terrace streets The British-made Ground
Businesses Launch ‘Renovation Revolution’ Campaign to Spur Decarbonisation of EU Buildings
Industry News Businesses Launch ‘Renovation Revolution’ Campaign to Spur Decarbonisation of EU Buildings A coalition of businesses has launched a new initiative to spur renovation rates across Europe, in a bid to help the European Union meet its net-zero targets. The new programme will combine companies, sub-national governments, and environmental NGOs. Read the full article
Why Global Support for Climate Action is Systematically Underestimated
Industry News Why Global Support for Climate Action is Systematically Underestimated Image Source- bestphotoeditingapps.org There is “near-universal” global support for climate action, yet people systematically underestimate the commitment of their peers, according to research published in Nature Climate Change based on a representative sample of nearly 130,000 people in 125 countries. Read the full article here
Join our campaign for a better Future Homes Standard
Opinion Piece Join our campaign for a better Future Homes Standard Opinion piece by Sue Riddlestone OBE CEO & co-founder, Bioregional, Board Director, Future Homes Hub It is pretty well universally acknowledged by sustainability professionals that Government proposals for the Future Homes and Buildings Standard (FHS) – the next generation of building regulations, released for
HOW TO SOLVE A PROBLEM LIKE HOUSING DECARBONISATION?
Opinion Piece HOW TO SOLVE A PROBLEM LIKE HOUSING DECARBONISATION? Opinion piece by Derek Horrocks Owner of Sustainable Building Services (UK) Ltd and chair of the National Insulation Association (NIA) and National Home Decarbonisation Group (NHDG) There is a golden opportunity in front of us – with much more to gain than simply improving energy efficiency
Daylight as a building material
Industry News Daylight as a building material Credits: Duncan Lomax, Ravage Productions Modern society often neglects natural daylight, leading to circadian darkness. Daylighting designers focus on daylight as a building material, aiming to maximize benefits while minimizing drawbacks. Principles include daylight analysis, provision, health, well-being, aesthetics, sustainability, energy efficiency, and building codes. Incorporating daylight shapes
Why The Case For Healthy Buildings Continues To Grow
Industry News Why The Case For Healthy Buildings Continues To Grow Credits: Tom Lee/Construction Photography/Avalon/Getty Images The demand for healthier buildings has surged due to wildfires in America, Canada, and Europe, and as people spend more time indoors, the concept of healthy buildings is becoming more important. Surveys show that 52% of British workers are
The need to make our buildings kinder to the planet is of course paramount, but there is a need for building design to be holistic and human centric. This is where Active House comes in. Active House is a flexible design-led standard that balances the need for energy efficiency, with indoor comfort and wider environmental impact.
Opinion Piece The need to make our buildings kinder to the planet is of course paramount, but there is a need for building design to be holistic and human centric. This is where Active House comes in. Active House is a flexible design-led standard that balances the need for energy efficiency, with indoor comfort and
Climate anxious? Here’s how you can turn apprehension into action.
Industry News Climate anxious? Here’s how you can turn apprehension into action Credits: Guardian Design/Getty Images Worrying about the future can be debilitating. Experts say these three things can help: Build social cohesion, to help your community weather adversity; Dispel the silence about climate crisis with open discussion; and stay abreast of international issues and
Climate fatigue isn’t a sign that Europeans are in denial – it’s a sign of their fear.
Industry News Climate fatigue isn’t a sign that Europeans are in denial – it’s a sign of their fear. Credits: Sem van der Wal/ANP/AFP/Getty Images This article explores the reasons behind climate fatigue, and how governments can and should be more creative with their finances to meet the challenge. Read the full article here Share this
FUTUREBUILD 2024 PRESENTS FUTUREX HEAT TAKEOVER: LEADERS IN UK INNOVATION UNITE FOR A NET ZERO BUILT ENVIRONMENT
Press release FUTUREBUILD 2024 PRESENTS FUTUREX HEAT TAKEOVER: LEADERS IN UK INNOVATION UNITE FOR A NET ZERO BUILT ENVIRONMENT Futurebuild 2024 is set to welcome three of the UK’s biggest drivers on Innovation in the Built Environment. The Carbon Trust, Innovate UK, and the Department for Energy Security and Net Zero will be taking over