Sustainability

Managing claims and avoiding disputes in Offshore Energy projects: The importance of timely and adequate contractual notices


Companies involved in marine construction projects in the renewable energy sector can be drawn into significant disputes.

Sustainability within construction: Waste not, want not.


Contractors are under pressure to reduce site waste, we talk to Fusion Building Systems about more efficient methods.

Environmental monitoring and its role in the life cycle of a construction site


If your site suffers a pollution incident, how do you go about repairing the damage?

Diesel, dust and toxic materials: The dangers of construction site emissions


We learn about the concerns over pollution and that construction has an important part to play in lowering pollution.

Six reasons why timber frame is surging in the UK


Södra Wood Ltd managing director Simon Henry points to six factors behind the trend in timber frame housing construction.

Driving towards new sustainability challenges


Chris Evans looks at what the future holds for built environment professionals working to construct this brave new world.

Building green – the future of sustainability in construction


Dr Aidan Bell, co-founder of Envirobuild, takes a look at where the green construction landscape stands and at the trends for 2018.

Sherford, leading the revolution in sustainable development


To date, the Sherford Consortium has invested more than £1.6M towards eco-friendly initiatives onsite.

Verifying Queen Elizabeth II Bridge


Verification and condition monitoring are essential aspects of maintenance, here AIS explain the process for the QEII Bridge.

The importance of infrastructure in tackling housing crisis


In our focus on infrastructure, we turn to look at the housing crisis and why infrastructure is crucial.