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 discussions have highlighted the untapped
UKIB supports Bradford Council on regeneration project
30 May 23
UKIB is working with Bradford Council on its proposed Southern Gateway train station.
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.
Homes England launches Strategic Plan
24 May 23
Homes England has launched its next five-year Strategic Plan.
High Speed drive for net zero carbon concrete
18 May 23
HS2 is helping the drive towards net zero, with construction joint venture partner, SCS, joining ConcreteZero.
Reducing the carbon footprint of Hexham’s flood defences
17 May 23
The EA say that more than half of its carbon footprint comes from the construction of flood defences.
Net Zero Council to drive sustainable construction
15 May 23
The newly formed Net Zero Council has conducted its first meeting.
Hydrogen works at Heriot-Watt
11 May 23
A new centre for green hydrogen innovation and product development has been launched by Heriot-Watt University.
Loop launches Social Value survey
2 May 23
Loop have launched a survey, which aims to identify where the wider industry sits on social value, and where things can be improved.
