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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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Whole life carbon and cost measuring tool launched by BCIS

The new tool released by the Building Cost Information Service is able to measure and report on whole life costs and whole life carbon emissions at the same time.

Pushing the building envelope on sustainability

Vincent Matthews, head of UK marketing at SFS, discusses the benefits of working with a product manufacturer in construction to select an appropriate system solution.

Exploring the possibility of construction material reuse

Increasing construction material reuse could reduce waste and carbon emissions dramatically – but there are a number of barriers and challenges in the way. Declan Furey, associate at Linesight UK, looks at how we square the economics of the circular supply chain.

Without retrofitting our existing historical stock, the UK will fail to meet its net zero ambitions

Simon Vernon-Harcourt, design and planning director at City & Country, explores the necessity of retrofitting the UK's historical building stock.

Four UK sites shortlisted for US firm’s £1.3bn small modular reactor factory

US energy technology company Holtec has shortlisted South Yorkshire, the West Midlands, the Tees Valley and Cumbria for a £1.3bn small modular reactor (SMR) factory.

[VIDEO]Concrete recycling is one step closer to zero-carbon cement, say Cambridge scientists

Cambridge University scientists have tested a new method of concrete recycling, repurposing it into cement during the steel recycling process.

How Digital Building Logbooks can boost retrofit and sustainability

The National Retrofit Hub has recently published its guide to Digital Building Logbooks, which use real-time data and personalised insights to support nationwide retrofit and inclusive sustainability.

Building materials made from mycelium composites less sustainable than concrete, study finds

A study conducted by the University of Bristol in South Africa has found that mycelium composites, a biobased building material, can have a greater environmental impact than traditional concrete.

Cement and concrete: The importance of innovation in achieving net zero

Innovation in technology, AI, materials and manufacturing processes will be essential to the transition of the cement and concrete industry towards a net zero future, writes GCCA chief executive Thomas Guillot

Logistics space should be considered critical national infrastructure, says BPF

The British Property Federation has called on the government to treat logistics property as critical national infrastructure to drive economic growth and renewable power generation across the UK.

New guidance on calculating embodied carbon in warehouse equipment launched by CIBSE and Amazon

CIBSE, Introba and Amazon have announced new guidance to calculate embodied carbon of warehouse equipment in logistics centres.

UKGBC urges £64bn retrofit programme to revitalise Britain’s homes and economy

The UKGBC has called for the next UK government to upgrade Britain's homes, offices, and public spaces through a £64bn programme of national government investment.

Proposed Loch Ness pumped hydro project could save £2bn in electricity grid running costs

GEE's Loch Ness pumped hydro project could reduce the carbon footprint of the energy grid by 10% and save £2bn in electricity grid running costs.

£557m awarded to boost public sector decarbonisation

Schools, pools, and hospitals will be supported to make energy-efficient upgrades, with a more than half-a-billion-pound government investment into public sector decarbonisation.

Biodiversity Net Gain Scheme faces long-term risk, NAO report reveals

A new NAO report has identified significant risks in Defra's Biodiversity Net Gain Scheme. The findings highlight incomplete preparations and concerns about the effectiveness of local authorities in enforcing the new requirements.

Enhancing fire safety: Non-combustible FOAMGLAS® inverted roof insulation

From the vibrant Elephant and Castle Town Centre in London to the cutting-edge Science and Engineering Building at Manchester Metropolitan University, experience the safety, durability, and energy efficiency of FOAMGLAS® inverted roof insulation.

Revolutionising EV charging: Inside the technology behind Ratio EV’s io7 charging pillar

Discover how the io7 charging station by Ratio EV is transforming the landscape of electric vehicle charging, embodying a commitment to innovation and environmental responsibility in every aspect of its development.

Draft guidance for Social Housing Decarbonisation Fund Wave 3 released

The Department for Energy Security and Net Zero has released the draft guidance for the Social Housing Decarbonisation Fund Wave 3

CIBSE and DESNZ to make CP1 (2020) free-to-all

CP1 (2020), the recognised Code of Practice for heat networks in the UK, will be made accessible to all, free of charge.

Ratio EV charging products: Leading the way to net zero

Ratio manufactures design-led innovative and robust EV charging products that are tailor made to its customers’ needs. It continues to be a sustainable business whilst supporting the move to a net zero transport industry.

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