Sustainability
New dawn for solar
2 Jun 23
The new Solar Taskforce has met recently to discuss plans to use the ‘untapped potential’ of commercial buildings to revolutionise UK solar power. The new taskforce has been convened to drive forward actions needed to meet government ambition for 70GW solar power by 2035. Recent
SMEs recognise importance of net zero
26 May 23
New research shows that 82% of UK SME leaders recognise the importance of achieving net zero – but action risks being held back by cost pressures and lack of clarity.
Net Zero Council to drive sustainable construction
15 May 23
The newly formed Net Zero Council has conducted its first meeting.
In defence of offsets
5 May 23
With biodiversity targets confirmed, there are concerns that offsetting could lead to the same problems we have seen with carbon offsets.
Energy efficiency upgrades
12 Apr 23
More than 115,000 homes across England will benefit from energy efficiency upgrades.
How net-zero architecture is transforming the construction industry
11 Apr 23
From embodying energy-saving features within the design of the building to minimising waste, there is no shortage of environmental measures.
The Time is Now
13 Mar 23
James Fiske, CEO of the Building Cost Information Service looks at the role data has to play in reducing carbon in construction in 2023.
Surveying and construction: five key predictions for 2023
3 Mar 23
It is no exaggeration that last year was hugely eventful, with far-reaching implications, in this article we look at key trends in 2023.
Plan to speed up delivery of major infrastructure projects
1 Mar 23
Major infrastructure projects will be delivered faster under the new NSIP action plan.
Taking up timber: How regulation is changing the way we use sustainable materials in construction
27 Feb 23
There has been a renewed interest in the greenest of building materials: timber.
