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: […]
Timber in Construction: Debunking Myths and Bridging the Gap between Construction and Forestry
Opinion Piece Timber in Construction: Debunking Myths and Bridging the Gap between Construction and Forestry At the Alliance for Sustainable Building Products (ASBP), we are leading a unique research initiative called IMPACTT (Innovative Mapping and Processes to Advance Construction Timber Transparency). The project aims to bridge the gap between forestry and construction and raise awareness […]
Towards Regenerative Architecture
Opinion Piece Towards Regenerative Architecture Co-founder of UK Architects Declare, Michael Pawlyn explains the thinking behind the Regenerative Architecture Index and explains why why need a paradigm shift to move from conventional sustainability towards regenerative design. The idea for the Index emerged from discussions in the Architects Declare Steering Group. Our strategy for change has […]
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 […]
The Legacy of Triple Point Heat Networks Investment Management: Transforming the UK’s Heating Landscape
Opinion Piece The Legacy of Triple Point Heat Networks Investment Management: Transforming the UK’s Heating Landscape As the Programme Director for two major heat network funding schemes over the past six years, I have had the unique privilege of witnessing firsthand how effective collaboration, sheer hard work, and innovative solutions can bring about transformational change. […]
Futurebuild podcast series here to make an impact!
Press release Futurebuild podcast series is here to make an impact! The Futurebuild Podcast, designed to inspire, innovate, and impact the future of the built environment is continuing with momentum throughout the summer. Series One of the podcast launched with architect Duncan Baker-Brown, known for his innovative approach to sustainable architecture. Further guests have included […]
Why the Construction Industry Needs to Adopt Radical Transparency in Environmental Communications
Opinion Piece Why the construction industry needs to adopt radical transparency in environmental communications The construction industry is at a pivotal moment where sustainability has transitioned from being a buzzword to an imperative. With increasing scrutiny from regulators, clients, and the general public, the industry faces a unique challenge: how to communicate its environmental efforts […]
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:
The future of the built environment: embracing a purpose-driven, technological revolution
Opinion Piece The future of the built environment: embracing a purpose-driven, technological revolution I remember my first Futurebuild—then called Ecobuild—like it was yesterday. The lively conversations and visionary presentations back in 2009 set the trajectory for my career. Since then, the construction industry has made strides in ways we couldn’t have imagined, but we seem […]
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:
Industry-Leading Morgan Sindall Construction Signs The Anti Greenwash Charter, Committing to Radical Transparency in Communications
Press release Industry-Leading Morgan Sindall Construction Signs The Anti Greenwash Charter, Committing to Radical Transparency in Communications In an era where trust defines the battle for corporate credibility, Morgan Sindall Construction (MSC) has made a significant stride by becoming a certified signatory of The Anti-Greenwash Charter. This move underscores MSC’s commitment to transparency and accountability […]
Five initiatives to achieve major change for people and the environment
Opinion Piece Five initiatives to achieve major change for people and the environment We have a new Government, with new beliefs, policies and plans, even if with an inherited and deeply constraining budget. Much ink has already been spent trying to predict what Labour will do in power given its focus on economic growth, building […]
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:
Easyfairs and Futurebuild’s commitment to a net-zero future
Press release Easyfairs and Futurebuild’s commitment to a net-zero future Easyfairs, the leading international events company behind Futurebuild, has published its first ever annual sustainability report, showcasing a commitment to a greener future. The milestone report highlights Easyfairs’ substantial progress in reducing its carbon footprint and underscores its dedication to sustainability, an ethos that aligns […]
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. […]
Becoming the change
Opinion Piece Becoming the change Opinion piece by Dr Olli Jones, Associate Director Sustainability & Innovation, Cundall. As the planet warms past 1.5 degrees for its 12th consecutive month, murmurings of change appear to be afoot. A new government is welcome, to slowly begin restoring the flow of public sector projects and private sector confidence that […]
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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:
Futurebuild 2025 ready to make an Impact
Press release Futurebuild brings the retrofit community together Futurebuild is excited to announce ‘Impact’ as the theme for its 2025 show. This theme embodies Futurebuild’s commitment to making a positive and lasting impact on the built environment and the communities it serves, with a focus on innovation and sustainability. As Futurebuild celebrates two decades of […]
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:
Liverpool Green Lanes: place shaping a new urban critical path
Opinion Piece Liverpool Green Lanes: place shaping a new urban critical path Opinion piece by Dr Graham Kelly, Managing Director, Okana In many cities, large parts of the built environment are comprised of outdated urban assets and infrastructure that are not yet future ready. The challenge is to make these urban neighbourhoods more liveable, resilient, […]
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:
Futurebuild 2025 ready to make an Impact
Press release Futurebuild brings the retrofit community together Futurebuild is thrilled to announce that after the phenomenal success of the National Retrofit Conference at Futurebuild 2024, an even bigger and more impactful event is being planned for 2025. What started as a small seminar stage has now grown to become the annual gathering for the […]
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:
Making the built environment visible – how do we better connect with young people?
Opinion Piece Making the built environment visible – how do we better connect with young people? Opinion piece by Mark Southgate, Chief Executive, MOBIE Crisis, crisis, crisis! We have housing, climate and biodiversity crises and the built environment has a labour crisis! One on its own is difficult, all at the same time is a […]
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 era of digital consultancy: BIM Academy announces its transformation into Okana
Press release A NEW ERA OF DIGITAL CONSULTANCY: BIM ACADEMY ANNOUNCES IT’S TRANSFORMATION INTO OKANA BIM Academy, a leading built environment consultancy, has announced its transformation into Okana. This marks a pivotal moment in the company’s evolution as it brings together its global expertise from different specialisms, sectors and locations to offer unparalleled support and […]
No home left behind
Opinion Piece No home left behind Opinion piece by Derek Horrocks, Chair of the National Home Decarbonisation Group The national housing crisis and worldwide sustainability mission are inextricably linked, but not how you may think at first. Much of the housing discussion is focused on new homes, but as anyone involved in retrofit will appreciate […]
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: