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Heat pumps vs gas boilers: Why the tipping point has been reached

Following recent government announcements, Go Geothermal commercial director Darran Burrage explains why there’s never been a better time to buy heat pumps.

Fischer’s Hybrid Heat Pump: A smart compromise for UK homeowners’ carbon reduction goals

What if you could keep your gas boiler- and still reduce emissions? Fischer's hybrid heating system could be the solution to sustainable heating you've been looking for.

UK government invests £65m in green heating projects

The government will provide £65m to support five green heating projects across the country through the Green Heat Network Fund.

Unlocking sustainable heating: LOGSTOR’s Terry McGivern explores district heating’s role in a greener future

We spoke with Terry McGivern, managing director of LOGSTOR, about the district heating industry and how it can help create a more sustainable heating sector.

“So unobtrusive you barely see it”: Secondary glazing in heritage homes 

See how secondary glazing can benefit heritage homes with Selectaglaze and the Macartney House.

What are the next steps for the Scottish equivalent of the Passivhaus standard?

Sarah Lewis, research and policy director at the Passivhaus Trust, discusses the recent UK Passivhaus Conference, which explored Scotland’s move to establish an equivalent to the Passivhaus standard for all newly built housing.

Rising temperatures highlight need for heat-reflecting insulation

Reports from Oxford University and the ONS on the impact of rising temperatures on mortality underline the need for extreme heat resistent housing, using materials such as heat-reflecting insulation.

Build a better learning environment with secondary glazing in schools

Secondary glazing in schools might not be top of the to-do list for educators- but it can reduce distractions and energy bills.

Why Carbon Literacy is the blueprint for sustainable placemaking

Carbon Literacy must be embedded into every aspect of placemaking to cut carbon emissions and ensure a sustainable, liveable environment for all. The Carbon Literacy Project is supporting various sectors to help make that happen.

Structural Insulated Panels market projected to reach $749.33m by 2032

The global Structural Insulated Panels (SIPS) market is predicted to meet USD 749.33m by 2032, according to Emergen Research.

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.

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