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Digitalisation in Design

Digitalisation in Design

Industry News Digitalisation in Design As AI starts to reshape the industry at pace, do we need to assess the skills that we will require to leverage emerging technology? Should we view AI as a looming threat to our collective professions, or will it empower us to grasp enormous material data sets and supercharge our

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Full circle full potential: British Lands approach to the circular economy

Full circle full potential: British Lands approach to the circular economy

Industry News Full circle full potential: British Lands approach to the circular economy To establish a sustainable market for the exchange of reused building materials in the UK, we need organisations to demonstrate more courage with material choices and share knowledge gained with the wider industry. One such organisation is British Land and this article

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Ingka Group aims to invest €1 billion to increase recycling infrastructure

Ingka Group aims to invest €1 billion to increase recycling infrastructure

Industry News Ingka Group aims to invest €1 billion to increase recycling infrastructure We have had access to affordable, mass-produced furniture for decades through companies like IKEA. Our generation has prioritised convenience and disposability over durability and reuse, reflecting a broader societal addiction to short-term consumption. Now Ingka Group (the largest IKEA franchisee) are investing

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Exploring the Future of Retrofit Training: The Retrofit Academy Pilots Immersive Learning through Virtual Reality

Exploring the Future of Retrofit Training: The Retrofit Academy Pilots Immersive Learning through Virtual Reality

Industry News Exploring the Future of Retrofit Training: The Retrofit Academy Pilots Immersive Learning through Virtual Reality As the retrofit industry evolves, so does the need for more dynamic and interactive training methods. Traditional classroom and on-site learning remain vital, but emerging technologies such as Virtual Reality transform the learning process. That’s why we are

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Zero Carbon Accelerator launches to drive net zero future across the capital

Zero Carbon Accelerator launches to drive net zero future across the capital

Industry News Zero Carbon Accelerator launches to drive net zero future across the capital The Retrofit Academy is proud to support the delivery of the Mayor of London’s Zero Carbon Accelerator, a programme aimed at helping organisations decarbonise and achieve London’s net zero target by 2030. The Retrofit Academy will work alongside Mott MacDonald, Energy

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Introducing the 2025 Retrofit Academy Awards: Recognising Excellence in Retrofitting

Introducing the 2025 Retrofit Academy Awards: Recognising Excellence in Retrofitting

Industry News Introducing the 2025 Retrofit Academy Awards: Recognising Excellence in Retrofitting Established in 2022, the Retrofit Academy Awards celebrate excellence in retrofit across 11 categories, recognising outstanding contributions from coordinators, installers, social housing initiatives, local authorities, and individual projects. Winners will be crowned on Tuesday, 04 March 2025, after day one of the National

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Could you be the next construction tech influencer?

Industry News Could you be the next construction tech influencer? Going big is the best way to gain value from your people and technology investments – so it’s time to showcase your achievements and tell your success stories together with other industry tech influencers. The future belongs to those who embrace construction tech to unlock

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My new dark red climate stripe for 2024 show that it was the hottest year yet. Ed Hawkins, Professor of Climate Science, University of Reading in  The Conversation 10th January 2025

My new dark red climate stripe for 2024 show that it was the hottest year yet. Ed Hawkins, Professor of Climate Science, University of Reading in  The Conversation 10th January 2025

Industry News My new dark red climate stripe for 2024 show that it was the hottest year yet. Ed Hawkins, Professor of Climate Science, University of Reading in  The Conversation 10th January 2025 The data is in. 2024 was the warmest year on record, and probably in the whole of human history – about 1.6°C

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Competence frameworks for the built environment – Core criteria for sustainability competence – Code of practice

Competence frameworks for the built environment – Core criteria for sustainability competence – Code of practice

Industry News Competence frameworks for the built environment – Core criteria for sustainability competence – Code of practice The Edge, with the CIC’s Climate Change Committee, the support of the University College for Estate Management (UCEM) and an industry-wide Advisory Panel, has developed a proposed Competence Framework for sustainability in the built environment. The Framework

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Building Inclusion: A Practical Guide to Equity, Diversity and Inclusion in Architecture and the Built Environment. Marsha Ramroop, Taylor & Francis (2024)

Building Inclusion: A Practical Guide to Equity, Diversity and Inclusion in Architecture and the Built Environment. Marsha Ramroop, Taylor & Francis (2024)

Industry News Building Inclusion: A Practical Guide to Equity, Diversity and Inclusion in Architecture and the Built Environment. Marsha Ramroop, Taylor & Francis (2024) The need to achieve greater equity, diversity and inclusion in architecture and the built environment has gained momentum over recent years, but how can this be successfully implemented in  both work

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Shaping the future: insights from the Edge Land Use Roundtable at RICS – July 2024

Shaping the future: Key Insights from The Edge

Industry News Shaping the future: Key Insights from The Edge In our last think piece for the Futurebuild in August 2024 we outlined five initiatives that the Edge, the built and natural environment think tank and curator of the Futurebuild Arena Conference, had delivered or were underway.  The five were:1.    Policy proposals for the built

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How optimistic are you about AI’s future?

How optimistic are you about AI’s future?

Industry News How optimistic are you about AI’s future? This piece delves into public sentiment and expert opinions regarding the future of artificial intelligence. It explores varying levels of optimism, concerns about ethical implications, potential societal impacts, and the anticipated trajectory of AI development. The article encourages reflection on AI’s evolving role in our lives.

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The APAC tech revolution: 5 trends shaping our future

The APAC tech revolution: 5 trends shaping our future

Industry News The APAC tech revolution: 5 trends shaping our future This article examines five technological trends driving the Asia-Pacific region’s future. It discusses advancements in artificial intelligence, the Internet of Things (IoT), 5G connectivity, cybersecurity, and digital transformation. The piece emphasises how these technologies are influencing business operations and societal developments in the region.

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60 construction statistics for 2025: trends, data, and analysis

60 construction statistics for 2025: trends, data, and analysis

Industry News 60 construction statistics for 2025: trends, data, and analysis This compilation presents key statistics and trends shaping the construction industry as of 2025. It covers global market growth projections, sector-specific spending, employment figures, and the increasing adoption of construction technologies. The data provides insights into the industry’s economic impact and future trajectory. READ

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Building the future: how AI is revolutionising construction

Building the future: how AI is revolutionising construction

Industry News Building the future: how AI is revolutionising construction This article explores the transformative impact of artificial intelligence (AI) on the construction industry. It discusses AI’s applications in design optimisation, project management, supply chain logistics, and on-site safety monitoring. The piece highlights how AI enhances efficiency, reduces costs, and improves decision-making in construction projects.

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These 4 approaches to everyday deliveries could make life better in cities

These 4 approaches to everyday deliveries could make life better in cities

Industry News These 4 approaches to everyday deliveries could make life better in cities With Christmas approaching, this report resonated with me because it examines the challenges of urban congestion caused by e-commerce deliveries. The solutions discussed, such as micro-distribution hubs and optimised routing, are equally relevant to construction companies tackling transport emissions and inefficiencies

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How cities are using nature-based solutions to tackle floods

How cities are using nature-based solutions to tackle floods

Industry News How cities are using nature-based solutions to tackle floods I found this article particularly insightful as it explores how cities are adopting nature-based solutions like wetlands and urban forests to reduce the impact of flooding. These approaches offer inspiration for the construction industry to integrate similar sustainable strategies, ensuring projects are both resilient

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JCB signs up for Green Steel

JCB signs up for Green Steel

Industry News JCB signs up for Green Steel The construction industry contributes significantly to global greenhouse gas emissions, with steel production responsible for around a quarter of the embodied carbon in the construction process. JCB’s commitment to using green steel is an important step forward. This resonates strongly with the work I do, helping businesses

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Data-enabled digger helps HS2 contractor win top sustainability award

Data-enabled digger helps HS2 contractor win top sustainability award

Industry News Data-enabled digger helps HS2 contractor win top sustainability award EKFB, a client I work closely with, has been recognised for its innovative use of a data-enabled digger, winning a top sustainability award. This highlights the value of engaging the supply chain on sustainability reporting and showcases the impactful work my colleagues at the

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Government must take a data-driven approach

Industry News Government must take a data-driven approach The Construction Industry Council says “a long-term, data-driven commitment to the construction industry would bring cross-government benefits” and “drive best practice through improved reporting and analysis of post-occupancy performance data. Such an approach could lead to more informed decision-making, improved project outcomes, and greater accountability across the sector.

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Open Digital Planning builds data specification for planning applications

Industry News Open Digital Planning builds data specification for planning applications The ODP group has called on local planning authorities to help it build a data specification for planning applications, creating a consistent open approach across local government. This initiative aims to enhance collaboration, streamline processes, and ensure better interoperability of planning data, ultimately supporting more

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10 years on from Plain Language BIM: Why are we still struggling?

Industry News 10 years on from Plain Language BIM: Why are we still struggling? Iain Miskimmin argues that we are still struggling to deliver the right information to the right people at the right time. (The IMI will help create tools and resources to simplify and streamline the adoption of BIM and wider information and

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