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Europe is not on track to meet EU Policy Roadmap targets
One year on since the EU Policy Roadmap, Europe is not on track to deliver a climate-neutral built environment by 2050.
The circular cement value chain: Sustainable and profitable
Sarah Heincke, Jukka Maksimainen, Daniel Pacthod, Humayun Tai, Sebastian Reiter and Michel Van Hoey of McKinsey & Company explore how the recirculation of carbon dioxide, materials and minerals, and energy can add €110bn of annual net value gain to the built environment by 2050.
Office refurbishment schemes race to meet MEES, EPC requirements
The volume of new builds and office refurbishment schemes is up by nearly 80%, with development in the West End continuing to rise.
Supporting skills and productivity with the Industry Impact Fund
Putting employers in the driving seat with the Industry Impact Fund will be key to industry success in tackling labour shortages by advancing productivity and promoting diversity, says CITB chief executive Tim Balcon.
HS2: Why the UK Needs to rethink infrastructure delivery policy
Delays to HS2 damage the UK’s reputation for delivering major projects at a time when we need a robust, long-term policy to infrastructure policy, argues Stephen Marcos Jones, chief executive of the Association for Consultancy & Engineering and the Environment Industries Commission.
How industry can plug the climate adaptation data gap
Climate change is here, and the UK isn’t ready. But infrastructure owners and operators can play a key role in bridging the adaptation data gap, writes David Smith, fellow of the Institution of Civil Engineers.
New MD for Naismiths in Ben Harwood, PermaGroup picks up new...
Naismiths have acquired a new managing director in Ben Harwood; Permagroup picks up new group sales manager and Lovell Partnerships builds its North East business with three new recruits.
Russ Forshaw becomes MD of MC Construction as Ramboll makes double...
Russ Forshaw will become the first non-family member to lead MC Construction, whilst Rambolls boosts their team with the dual appointments of Jason Layfield and Jules Landy.
Exploring business development and digital engineering with DBM Vircon
PBC Today sat down with Andrew Bellerby, Director at DBM Vircon, to discuss his journey in digital construction, business development, and DBM Vircon’s role in the digital engineering and detailing industry.
Local Plans lack consideration of health priorities
A recently published report found that Local Plans, the statutory requirement for local government, lacked consideration of health priorities and are in need of review. Lead author Dr Rosalie Callway of the University of Bristol discusses the findings.
Offsite construction: A blueprint for delivering more with less
James Withey, managing director of Algeco Offsite, looks at the latest developments in offsite construction and outlines why 2023 is the time for widespread adoption of offsite, starting at the planning and design stages.
Construction activity continues to grow in the UK, according to April...
Construction activity continues to grow unevenly as commercial building soars, but house bbuilding struggles.
SFS sustainability goals: How the construction industry is tackling climate change
James Gooder, business unit manager at SFS, explains why the construction industry needs to move with the times to hit net zero targets, alongside how forward-thinking global businesses like SFS are meeting their own sustainability goals.
Kier restructures its Infrastructure Services division and MD announces retirement
Kier Group plc intends to restructure its Infrastructure Services division, and Mark Pengelly, group managing director, announces his retirement .
Galliford Try bags active travel corridor projects for Stoke and Sheffield
Galliford Try appointed to active travel corridor projects for Sheffield and Stoke-on-Trent City, as part of the £30m Transforming Cities Fund.
Smart technology: The drive towards cleaner, greener smart city environments
Steven Kenny of Axis Communications looks at how smart technology within smart city environments can utilise data to improve sustainability and ultimately help the planet.
Working towards a zero harm legacy in engineering construction
On the 20th anniversary of World Day for Safety and Health at Work, interim CEO of the ECITB Andy Brown asks how we can ensure a zero harm legacy for the sector.
6 out of 10 rental homes fail to meet government’s ambition...
A recent BBC investigation found that six out of ten UK rental homes fail to meet the proposed new standard for EPC ratings. As a result, many tenants have received over-inflated energy bills.
What is the 15-minute city (and what is it not)?
The 15-minute city has found itself embroiled in conspiracy theories and even angry protests. PBC Today asked David Edwards of Placemake to unpack the myths and reality around the idea.
Significant construction skills shortages hinder the industry
According to a recent study, there are significant construction skills shortages in the industry, with only 8% of roles being filled.
Modular housebuilder Tophat secures £70m investment from Persimmon and Aviva
Tophat has raised a £70m investment from new and existing stakeholders as they move closer to opening Europe's largest modular housing factory in Corby.
Rethinking new development for post-pandemic working habits
A new report suggests post-pandemic working habits mean the built environment sector should prepare for 40% homeworking. Greg Mitchell, executive planning director at Summix, explores the future of work.
Futureproofing construction equipment rental against an unpredictable economy
As inflation shows little sign of abating to lower levels, Neeral Shah, CEO at Yardlink, outlines methods of futureproofing construction equipment rental for contractors.
How offsite fabrication can relieve pressure on contractors
MMC solutions such as offsite fabrication could help the supply chain meet ever-increasing targets of efficiency and sustainability.
Why property prices and demand vary across different regions of the...
The average UK house price comes in at just under £300,000, but why do property prices in the UK vary so severely?
Siemens announce plans to decarbonise Trafford Park
Siemens has proposed a new roadmap for decarbonising Trafford Park, one of Europe’s largest industrial estates. The proposed road map for Trafford Park will support Trafford Council’s aims for the Greater Manchester borough to achieve net zero by 2038.