Sustainability
The benefits of eco-friendly construction
11 Nov 22
Construction companies in the UK are under pressure to adopt eco-friendly construction methods. This is because of the government’s commitment to reducing carbon emissions and meeting its targets for renewable energy. Construction companies are also facing pressure from customers who are increasingly interested in sustainable
The impact of Carbon Neutral Targets for planners and the construction industry
31 Oct 22
This article looks at the impact Carbon Neutral targets will have on planners and the construction industry.
Net zero carbon emitting EcoGen homes explained
7 Oct 22
We talk to Managing Director Nicky Gordon about the EcoGen project, in Cumbria.
How can the construction industry contribute towards a Net Zero future?
3 Oct 22
How can the construction industry achieve lower carbon outcomes and minimise its impact on the environment?
Four schools make their mark with net zero operations
3 Oct 22
Four schools will kick off a new academic year with buildings which operate at net zero.
Social Housing decarbonisation
23 Sep 22
Kensa partnered with Gravesham Borough Council to install low carbon ground source heat pumps.
Breaking the mould with plasterboard
22 Sep 22
This month’s patent relates to an alternative solution to the use of traditional plasterboard.
Greener infrastructure
9 Sep 22
Greener infrastructure will require a sea change in design and procurement.
How can the industry reduce emissions?
2 Sep 22
Construction contributes £110bn each year to the economy. It is also one of the largest contributors to carbon emissions.
Regulate or fail: Too passive on Passivhaus
22 Aug 22
Part L regulations are now closer to the Passivhaus standard, but should legislation be going further, faster?
