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Nature Restoration Fund established to improve environmental outcomes

Alongside the Planning and Infrastructure Bill, a Nature Restoration Fund has been established to protect the environment in housebuilding.

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‘Hottest year on record’ report prompts construction industry call to action from Actis

With the announcement that 2024 was the hottest year on record, insulation specialist Actis is calling on construction colleagues to follow its lead in striving to be as sustainable as possible.

New UK-Norway green partnership to bring growth to both economies

A UK-Norway green partnership is to be signed this spring to bring growth and jobs to both countries, as well as improve green infrastructure.

Willmott Dixon wins place on NHS decarbonisation framework

The NHS decarbonisation framework has appointed Willmott Dixon as a supplier for various projects across England and Wales.

Glencar announce huge switch to hydrotreated vegetable oil (HVO) fuel

Glencar have announced a switch to HVO fuel for all their active construction sites in a huge carbon-saving move.

Air conditioning pollution desperately needs to be addressed, say European Commission

The EC Joint Research Centre have released a study highlighting how air conditioning pollution is still prevalent and needs urgent attention.

As the festive season approaches, make sure you have the right insulation

"It's gonna be a cold, cold Christmas without you," goes the song - but alas, it's an even colder one for those living in poorly insulated homes, warns Actis.

Is your highways business ready for decarbonisation?

In this article, Re-flow breaks down a few highlights from the Road Expo 24 in order to provide a quickfire guide to innovations across highways, construction, and landscaping.

Rethinking airtightness and insulation for energy efficient homes

When building homes that are truly energy efficient, the conversation often gravitates towards insulation. However, there is another critical factor that can yield equally impactful—if not greater—results: airtightness.

New Clean Power Action Plan to revitalise UK energy infrastructure

The Clean Power Action Plan will prioritise national grid projects, speed up planning processes for energy infrastructure and expand the renewable auction process.

Specifier Summit 2024: exploring sustainability across the construction industry

BCM Agency shares some of the highlights and industry insights from Specifier Summit 2024, the event that asked 'Sustainability: at What Cost?'.

[VIDEO] First nuclear reactor for a generation fitted at Hinkley Point C

The 13m long ‘reactor pressure vessel’ will power an estimated 3m homes and is the first nuclear reactor to be installed in the UK in 33 years.

“Missed opportunity” in hybrid heat pumps, says whitepaper

Baxi have released a whitepaper detailing the opportunities that hybrid heat pumps provide, with policy recommendations to support adoption.

RICS joins Antwerp Declaration to make industry more sustainable

RICS has announced their endorsement of the Antwerp Declaration, supporting sustainability in the construction industry.

RICS 2024 sustainability report finds commitment to green building practices ‘lacking’

The RICS 2024 sustainability report has launched, detailing where the industry has shortcomings and where it excels. Learn more here.

GlobalABC and WorldGBC sign MoU for sustainable buildings

GlobalABC and WorldGBC have signed a Memorandum of Understanding for achieving sustainable building goals. Read about the partnership here.

New modular carbon capture design in development

Carbon Clean is developing a new modular carbon capture design for improved sustainability. Learn more details about the design here.

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.

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