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The search for lower carbon aluminium solutions to support sustainable design

John McComb, technical services director at Reynaers Aluminium, looks at the work taking place within the aluminium industry to improve access to products with lower levels of embodied carbon.

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Creating a safer form of insulation using cellulose

Along with being well suited to the soundproofing of walls and ceilings, the utilization of cellulose insulation means workers can restore incorrectly installed insulation without ceiling removal.

Climastar: Beautifully designed to deliver a more efficient electric heating system

As future regulations will soon come into force, an electric heating system will meet both your energy efficiency and design demands.

LHC to deliver net zero solutions with Retrofit & Decarbonisation (N9) framework

Dean Fazackerley, head of technical procurement at public sector framework provider LHC Procurement Group (LHC), sets the scene for its new Retrofit & Decarbonisation (N9) framework.

Heat pump grants up 50% in the UK

Increased government heat pump grants mean families can save on heating costs by choosing heat pumps over gas boilers.

Collaboration is the key to achieving a net-zero urban landscape, according to new study

A new study has suggested digital models are underused in the built environment sector, as the industry works towards a net-zero urban landscape.

Investing in innovation now to ensure energy efficient housing for the next generation

Andy Merrin, innovation and decarbonisation director at United Living Property Services, explores the next steps needed to deliver energy efficient housing for the UK.

Construction companies are doing ‘too little’ to reach 2050 net zero targets, say half of project managers

50% of construction project managers answered “too little” when asked if they felt if their company was doing too much, too little, or enough, to reach 2050 net zero targets.

The future of the office: retrofitting heritage buildings

In this article, Emily Smith, COO, Argyll, and Sarah Halpin, head of sustainable solutions at Ramboll discuss the benefits of retrofitting heritage buildings and how office buildings can stay up to speed with sustainability targets.

Addressing the climate action gap: Key insights from Ramboll’s Sustainable Buildings Market Study

There is widespread recognition of the importance of sustainability, but insights from Ramboll’s Sustainable Buildings Market Study highlights several gaps between ambitions and actionable strategies. Scott Brookes, director at Ramboll, takes a look.

On the road to net zero cement

Thomas Guillot, chief executive of the Global Cement & Concrete Association, discusses the CEO Gathering & Leaders Conference, which examined the road to net zero cement.

UK homeowners eager to embrace solar energy

A survey from City Plumbing has shed light on the market potential for solar energy and heat pump installations.

Mace joins the NDA’s nuclear clean-up team

The Nuclear Decommissioning Authority (NDA) has chosen Mace to assist in clean-up efforts at 17 locations throughout the UK.

Cement 2 Zero: the road to greener cement

The Cement 2 Zero project has completed its first trial melt, aiming to develop large-scale zero-emissions cement production.

Government reveals timetable for Biodiversity Net Gain policy

The government has confirmed that legislation to enforce Biodiversity Net Gain rules will be introduced in November.

Exploring carbon storage solutions in construction

The need to achieve carbon neutrality has never been more evident, particularly within the construction sector. This article explores how carbon storage solutions are vital in the quest for sustainability.

Delays to Biodiversity Net Gain Policy sparks anger from environmentalists

The government has decided to delay the Biodiversity Net Gain policy, which requires developers to improve countryside and wildlife habitats.

Net zero placemaking to drive down carbon impact

A focus on people and placemaking would spark a net zero breakthrough, says Dr Stephen Hall of climate innovation charity Ashden.

Bellway to deliver housing development with sustainable heating systems

Innovative energy-efficiency tools will be used on a new housing development in Swanley, Kent, as part of Bellway’s plans to move towards more sustainable heating systems.

Sheffield City Council delivers first ‘net zero in operation’ council homes

Sheffield’s first ‘net zero in operation’ council homes were lifted into position at the Duffield Place site in Woodseats in August.

New Passivhaus community campus approved for West Dunbartonshire

Planning permission has been granted for a new Passivhaus community campus in Faifley, West Dunbartonshire.

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