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NABERS UK will seek new administrator as BRE to focus on BREEAM

As the 2020 license agreement comes to an end, BRE is moving focus to its BREEAM system and NABERS UK will seek a new administrator.

UKGBC unveils important new energy guidance

The UK Green Building Council (UKGBC) has released new energy guidance to help stakeholders make informed decisions on energy procurement.

CERG calls on Scottish government to seize opportunities of net zero economy

A new report from CERG has outlined a series of recommendations for the Scottish government to achieve a net zero economy.

Claire Coutinho replaces Grant Schapps as energy security secretary

Ben Wallace's resignation has led to a mini-reshuffle, with Grant Schapps becoming defence secretary and Claire Coutinho stepping into his old role.

Over 1 in 3 families set to face higher winter energy bills

The Chartered Institute of Environmental Health (CIEH) has raised concerns over a new report by the Resolution Foundation, which reveals that one in three households will face higher winter energy bills.

CIOB calls for a rethink of government loan-based energy schemes

The Chartered Institute of Building (CIOB) has called for a new loan-based energy scheme to improve efficiency for UK homeowners.

Reducing embodied carbon in building products for a sustainable future

As one of the key topics of debate around sustainability and climate change, embodied carbon is something we must all understand better. Vincent Matthews, head of UK marketing for SFS, explains.

Caulmert chosen to oversee net-zero school in Wales

Caulmert has been chosen to oversee the construction of a new net-zero school in North Wales and will reuse materials from the previous site to enhance sustainability.

Rye, Winchelsea & District Memorial Hospital achieves first net-zero hospital status

The Rye, Winchelsea & District Memorial Hospital in East Sussex has been confirmed as the UK’s first carbon-neutral community hospital.

Construction industry must address whole-life CO2 emissions in buildings, warn academics

Academics from the University of Manchester have warned that the UK building sector must take more serious consideration into cutting whole-life CO2 emissions in buildings.

Talking energy efficiency with Samsung’s Steve Fleming

PBC Today sat down with Samsung’s Head of Climate Solutions Steve Fleming to talk all things energy efficiency.

Amey to help deliver a net zero prison estate with SMART meters

Amey will assist the Ministry of Justice to ensure a net zero prison estate through SMART meter installation on 36 sites.

Cellulose wool insulation: An exact and cheap method for warm ceilings

For many years, a new, ecological, extremely effective and cheap method for the insulation of attics has existed and is steadily growing in new markets: blown-in cellulose wool.

Your tailored partner for streamlined construction services and green innovation

Since its establishment in 2017, One Stop Consult has embarked on a mission to revolutionise the construction industry by providing streamlined construction services and green innovation.

Renewable energy installations in UK homes reach record highs

The first half of 2023 has seen a boom in renewable energy installations, with more heat pump and solar panels being fitted than any six-month period ,according to MCS data.

Raising inverted roof performance with encapsulated vacuum insulation panels

Kingspan explores how encapsulated vacuum insulation panels (VIPs) could be the answer to improving your inverted roof's performance.

Simply not enough trained installers for Boiler Upgrade Scheme, according to EUA

Ofgem figures show a disappointingly low number of applications for the £5000 Boiler Upgrade Scheme subsidy compared to government predictions.

Fischer introduces new air source water heater, Aquafficient Eco+

Zero-emission electric heating manufacturer Fischer has launched the Aquafficient Eco+, a new air source water heater designed to provide hot water quickly and efficiently.

iHelios wins eco-heating innovation award

iHelios Living Reinvented has been recognised for their eco-heating innovation, winning 'Most Pioneering Eco Heating Company 2023 North East England' in the UK Enterprise Awards.

Sustainable design: How can I evaluate my infrastructure projects for their sustainable impact?

Do your infrastructure projects embed sustainability from the outset? Is it something you have struggled with in the past? What is your approach to sustainable design?

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