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Green light for £140m plasterboard plant expansion
Construction manufacturer Etex has been given the go-ahead by North Somerset Council to expand its Bristol manufacturing facility.
Green light for zero carbon offices in Slough
AshbyCapital and U+I have gained planning permission for No 1 and No 3 The Future Works, a 260,000 sq ft commercial quarter in the heart of Slough.
Energy modelling for low carbon buildingsÂ
Hollis has seen a significant increase in the number of developers requesting advice on ESG implementation, this is likely to continue as we see governments introducing post-pandemic green recovery plans. Richard Masters and Katherine Beisler at Hollis explain more.
BAM breaks ground on CEG’s EQ development in Bristol
BAM Construction broke ground on CEG’s EQ development in Bristol City Centre this week, becoming the largest speculative office development currently underway in the...
Vital Energi wins M&E contract for Royal Warwick Square scheme
Vital Energi has secured a £6.8m mechanical and engineering contract on Phase 2 of the Royal Warwick Square development to deliver essential infrastructure.
Green light for HS2’s eco-friendly interchange station
The new interchange station, set to be built in Solihull, was praised for its green credentials as Solihull Metropolitan Borough Council approved the design.
Can an historic building be a green building?
Trident Building Consultancy takes a look at the green initiatives that can be adapted to benefit a historic building and its occupant.
Helping you design weather and climate resilient buildings
The benefits of taking account of weather and climate data at the design stage of a building project extend through the building lifecycle. It can reduce costs, time, energy and effort throughout the life of your asset.
Willmott Dixon wins £9m Delamere Forest contract
Willmott Dixon has been appointed by Forestry England to improve the visitor experience at Cheshire’s Delamere Forest.
JCT Case Study: Taff Vale redevelopment, Pontypridd
Due to be completed in Spring 2020, the Taff Vale redevelopment scheme is the start of a major new regeneration project for Pontypridd.
IKEA achieve a BREEAM sustainability rating
IKEA Greenwich has achieved an ‘Outstanding’ BREEAM UK New Construction certification, a sustainability rating and accolade held by just 320 buildings around the world.
How can housebuilders contribute to sustainable water management?
From water saving devices and rainwater harvesting to sustainable drainage systems (SuDS), there are myriad ways in which housebuilders can contribute to sustainable water management.
How can green construction techniques boost your project?
Green building technology has become one of the hottest trends in construction. The benefits of a green technology application in construction are far-reaching and comprehensive.
Building with nature in mind
Eco homes are becoming increasingly fashionable as a new generation of house builders grow more environmentally conscious, realising the financial benefits of choosing greener options when it comes to deciding how to live their lives.
BCIS Featured analysis – Luxury, detached, Georgian style manor house
The BCIS Online featured project for July 2018, is a recently tendered £9.35m luxury, detached, 1,253m2 Georgian style manor house in Surrey.
High-Waters, Helicopters and Hindsight: Do You Know Your Flood Risk?
Stephanie Kerr of Argyll Environmental discuss flood risk and flood planning, as well as looking in detail at flood risk on farm land.
Government announce plans to raise housing standards
Government plans will make it easier and cheaper to build homes to high standard.
Currently house builders face a myriad of different standards to implement...