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What you should know about solar farms and their steel structures

Designing the steel structures for a solar farm requires careful consideration many elements. Software tools and structural engineering principles play vital roles in these calculations, ensuring the safety and effectiveness of the solar farm’s physical framework.

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Climate leaders call for process overhaul in COP29 open letter

A group of scientists and advocates have sent an open letter during COP29 calling for reform. Read more about the contents here.

NBS sustainability report finds less than 50% of projects are sustainable

The latest NBS sustainability report shows concerns with the number of projects achieving goals. Read more about the report here.

Why we need to accelerate electrification for decarbonisation and growth

The UK government must increase expenditure to accelerate electrification supply or risk losing out on global net zero economic opportunity, argues Yselkla Farmer, CEO of BEAMA.

Green building organisations release report for unlocking decarbonisation funds

An alliance of green building organisations has released a report detailing how to unlock decarbonisation funds. Learn more here.

Retrofit and reuse: a partnership to make the UK green again

Premier Modular's divisional director, Mark Rooney, discusses the advantages of retrofitting over new infrastructure. Read his insight here.

[VIDEO] GBC network calls for boldness at COP29

The GBC network is calling for government and industry to take a bolder stance on buildings at COP29. Read their message here.

Developer appointed for UK’s largest heat network

The SWAN Partnership has been established to create the UK's largest heat network. Read more about the project here.

Sustainability in construction: Beyond the buzzwords

Sustainability cannot be achieved through shortcuts. However, construction companies that are genuinely embedding sustainable practices into their business and communicating them effectively are seeing long-term benefits.

Transport for London is seeking a solar contractor

Transport for London is searching for a solar contractor to deliver clean energy to the underground network. Read more about the contract here.

Get ready for winter with Actis insulation, vapour control and breather membrane products

A dream roofing combo of an insulating breather membrane and a two-in-one reflective insulation with integrated vapour barrier is an ideal way for specifiers to ensure their roofing projects are winter ready.

London Stadium to become solar powered

London Stadium is under work to become one of the world's greenest venues, receiving 6,500 square metres of solar membrane panels.

NHDG launches Big Retrofit Challenge

The National Home Decarbonisation Group has partnered with Futurebuild and Innovate UK to launch the Big Retrofit Challenge.

The importance of EV charging infrastructure in the construction sector

David Butters of E.ON Drive explores the importance of EV charging infrastructure in the construction sector, highlighting its role in sustainability, efficiency, cost savings and compliance with regulations.

COWI appointed to help bring sustainable heat to Dublin Docklands

The RPS Group has appointed COWI to assist in delivering sustainable heat to homes and buildings in Dublin's Docklands.

Secure your tickets for the Specifier Summit 2024

As the inaugural Specifier Summit (7 November) draws closer, learn more about who’ll be there, and the value in what they’ll have to say.

Developing a new framework for waste management in construction

Jamie Roberts at Reconomy outlines the key principles of their new waste management framework to improve waste disposal strategies.

Autumn chill sparks ‘airtightness principles’ message from Scandia-Hus and Actis

As the temperature drops, Scandia-Hus and Actis are reminding homeowners of importance of airtightness principles in preserving energy and cutting bills.

Report urges prioritising nature recovery in construction

The Wildlife Trusts has published a report today urging Government and developers to prioritise nature recovery in construction.

Zero Carbon Accelerator launches to drive net zero future across London

The Mayor of London's office has appointed Mott MacDonald to deliver the Zero Carbon Accelerator as part of the city's net zero by 2030 target.

Renew purchases Full Circle Group

Renew, the infrastructure maintenance company, has purchased Full Circle Group, the Netherlands-based onshore-wind infrastructure service company.

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