Sustainability
Navigating net-zero: We have the tools, so why are we falling short?
14 Aug 23
Retrofitting is an essential element of net-zero says Regan Costello.
ESG regulation overhaul needed in housebuilding
19 Jun 23
Clearer Environmental, Social and Governance (ESG) regulation is needed to accelerate success in the housebuilding sector.
Exisiting tech can help reduce emissions by half
16 Jun 23
New report reveals that more than 50% of built environment emissions can be reduced with existing technology
What is greenwashing and what can we do to combat it?
9 Jun 23
Greenwashing is often a result of an organisation’s marketing department investing heavily in the appearance of being sustainable, rather than focusing efforts on a robust CSR strategy,
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.
