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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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68% of British people support Biodiversity Net Gain rules for greener towns and villages

New research has revealed that the majority of Brits support new Biodiversity Net Gain rules to increase the number of plants and wildlife in their local area.

Circular economy could slash construction sector CO2 emissions by 75% by 2050

According to a new report, the construction sector's carbon dioxide emissions can be reduced by up to 75% or 4 gigatons of carbon dioxide by 2050 through the establishment of a circular economy.

HZI appointed as principal contractor for Walsall Energy Recovery Facility

Hitachi Zosen Inova has been appointed by Encyclis as principal contractor for the design, build and commission of Walsall's new Energy Recovery Facility.

Government unveils plan to boost energy efficiency in historic homes

New plans have been published by the government to remove barriers and drive energy efficiency in historic homes.

Decarbonising home heating: A call for a firm commitment

Following Rishi Sunak’s recent announcements on net zero, the Heat Pump Association digests the pledges and calls for a firm commitment on the policy surrounding decarbonising home heating to reaffirm installer and consumer confidence.

Building a consistent, sustainable future with the Whole Life Carbon Assessment Standard

RICS head of professional practice Amit Patel discusses the launch of a new global edition of the Whole Life Carbon Assessment Standard, which aims to support greater consistency and transparency in the push to decarbonise construction.

Go Geothermal to make podcast debut in the new year

Go Geothermal's Tim Williams and Kevin Donovan-Ritch took part in a roundtable discussion on renewable energy that will form Go Geothermal's podcast debut.

How can the construction industry break stagnation in building emission reductions?

In a recent interview with Bianca Wong, global head of sustainability at Kingspan, PBC Today delved into the issues surrounding building emission stagnation in EU countries in response to the recent Global Retrofit Index report, and Kingspan's strategic approach to sustainability.

Actis and Hertfordshire Building Control release home extension insulation specification guide

Insulation specialist Actis has been working with Hertfordshire Building Control to create a home extension insulation specification guide.

How can early manufacturer engagement help to achieve the optimum, efficient thermal performance?

Achieving thermal performance, or 'energy efficiency', in buildings is heavily reliant on specifying thermal insulation. Neil Kirwin, specification manager at SFS, discusses how early engagement can help improve space heating and efficient thermal performance.

The Future Homes Standard: key points condensed

This article from Discrete Heat delves into the key aspects of the Future Homes Standards, offering a concise overview for professionals in the construction sector.

ADEY Sense®: Transform your business with remote monitoring

Learn how ADEY Sense® remote monitoring technology can make the invisible sludge problem visible, offering peace of mind and preventing unexpected breakdowns.

Heat networks can be the future of our healthcare infrastructure

Heat networks are a perfect fit for healthcare estates as the NHS looks for efficient strategies to achieve net zero goals, says Leigh Carter and Benjamin Smith of Turner & Townsend.

How AI-powered energy savings are essential to achieving net-zero and reducing household bills

With COP28 wrapping up and new research from the UKGBC and RICS warning the built environment sector is currently off track to reduce emissions in line with the net-zero 2050 target, Wondrwall explores why AI-powered energy savings are essential to solving decarbonisation challenges.

MagnaClean HP™ filter prolongs lifespan of heat pump solutions

With heat pumps and underfloor heating requiring a specific type of filter and chemical to make sure they are properly protected, Adey has launched the MagnaClean HP™ filter to provide effective long-term heat pump protection.

World Cement Association endorses industry decarbonisation efforts at COP28

Calls for greater decarbonisation in the cement and concrete industry at COP28 have been welcomed by the World Cement Association.

Clean heat advocates find cause for optimism amidst political turbulence

In a busy end of the year for politics and policy, do developers and clean heat advocates have a lot to feel good about? Alastair Murray, founder and MD of Rendesco, explores.

Unveiling the risks of LST radiators in healthcare

Delve into the risks of LST radiators in healthcare, examining how safety casings with fine mesh may not guarantee a safe environment. Discrete Heat investigates the reasons behind the continued use of these potentially hazardous heating solutions.

Why homeowners should embrace heating system flushing

Adey explores the benefits of heating system flushing, from increased radiator heat output to a potential 7-year extension of boiler lifespan, and why it's a cost-effective solution for homeowners concerned about winter heating bills.

Changes to planning rules to make solar panel installation easier for homes and businesses

Changes to permitted development rights rules will mean homeowners and businesses will find the installation of solar panels easier.

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