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World’s first Low Carbon Ratings system for cement and concrete launched

The Global Cement and Concrete Association (GCCA) has announced a new Low Carbon Ratings (LCR) for Cement and Concrete, designed to help customers prioritise sustainability when selecting construction materials by using a clear AA to G scale.

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EDF Renewables to construct three new solar farms

EDF Renewables Ireland is to start the construction of three new solar farms in counties Wexford and Kilkenny this month.

Laing O’Rourke renews carbon neutral contract with Commercial

Following the launch of its new global sustainability targets, Laing O’Rourke has renewed its contract with carbon-neutral stationery supplier, Commercial.

Guidance to help built assets adapt to climate risk and enhance nature

The UKGBC has today (29 April) published its 'Principles for delivering urban Nature-based Solutions' (NBS) to help developers and owners increase the incorporation of NBS in construction.

Actis launches updated U-value simulator with new features

An online tool aimed at helping builders, architects and specifiers work out the potential U- value of a project has been updated with extra user-friendly features.

Tips from experts – five things to help steer you on your path to net zero

As we get closer to COP26 and the government makes more concerted noises than ever over decarbonisation, social housing providers have a huge role to play, says Gary Cawley, director of CPC.

Amey pledges to cut carbon and achieve net zero by 2040

On Earth Day (22 April), Amey has announced its commitment to cut carbon emissions and is aiming to reach carbon net zero by 2040.

Severfield signs up to SteelZero initiative

Structural steel group, Severfield has signed up to the SteelZero initiative to speed up the transition to a net zero steel industry.

Vauxhall supplies Mitie with new zero emissions van

Taking Mitie past the landmark of 1,000 electric vehicles (EV), this is the first of 655 Vivaro-e vans on order to be delivered by the end of the year.

UK sets ‘most ambitious’ climate target to cut emissions by 78% by 2035

The UK government has set the ‘world’s most ambitious’ climate change target into law to slash emissions by 78% by 2035 compared to 1990 levels.

Morrison Energy Services & Jacobs appointed to National Grid framework

Morrison Energy Services and Jacobs have been awarded a place on National Grid Electricity Transmission’s six-year substations engineering procurement construction framework.

Major contract for Harland & Wolff to create 290 jobs

A contract has been signed for Harland & Wolff to carry out fabrication and load-out works on eight wind turbine generator (WTG) foundation jackets.

Actis-loving garden room specialist sees orders double during pandemic

A Kent-based garden room specialist has seen demand for its buildings double over the past year, with Actis’ building insulation enjoying a rise in orders as a result.

New energy station lowers Eton College’s carbon footprint

The installation of the energy station at Eton College is helping Graham to reduce its carbon footprint and manage power demands.

Park homes specialist sees flood of demand for Actis-insulated floor

Hundreds of park homeowners are poised to enjoy a warmer living environment thanks to the installation of an Actis Hybrid insulated floor funded by the Green Homes Grant scheme.

Fighting fuel poverty: Leveraging frameworks as part of Local Authority Delivery

Gary Cawley, director of North & Central England at CPC, explores how to fight fuel poverty by leveraging frameworks as part of the Local Authority Delivery scheme.

Go-ahead for ENGIE’s Rugeley Power Station redevelopment 

ENGI has been granted outline planning permission from Cannock Chase District Council and Lichfield District Council for the redevelopment of Rugeley Power Station in Staffordshire.

Actis insulation comes to the rescue after mouse causes roof fire

A builder who has been using Actis’ building insulation products for the past 17 years has just reroofed a Northamptonshire barn conversion after a mouse caused a fire in the eaves.

Retrofit vs new build – which should take priority?

Gary Cawley, director of CPC, offers advice on how to weigh up the retrofit vs new build options, based on the funding streams currently available and the experience of social housing clients in the North working with CPC to meet their decarbonisation goals.

LHC launches procurement guide for energy efficiency works

LHC has launched a new guide for local authorities, housing associations and other registered providers that are looking to procure energy efficiency works.

Willmott Dixon becomes first contractor to achieve green supply chain

After six years of work, Willmott Dixon has become the first contractor to achieve level 3 of the Carbon Trust’s supply chain standard.

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