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Why MMC can be the key to the levelling up agenda
The levelling up agenda is more than just a phrase, it is tangible progress. Joseph Daniels, founder of Etopia, says MMC housing can play a huge role in realising lasting change across Britain.
BRE and BEIS announce project to modernise home energy rating scheme
The Building Research Establishment (BRE) has announced a new project with BEIS to improve and modernise the home energy rating scheme used to measure the energy and environmental performance of UK homes.
Diverse technology to develop sustainable construction practices
The construction industry is responsible for consuming almost one-third of the total global energy consumption, but technological innovations have allowed them to develop sustainable practices. A spokesperson from UK Flat Roofing highlights the current and upcoming green technologies used to develop sustainable construction practices.
Why reducing construction waste is key to achieving net zero
With the UK 2050 net zero target in mind, it is time to think and talk more about reducing construction waste, says Irina Leigh, production innovation architect at L&Q.
Volumetric modular technology: Eliminating waste and maximising resource efficiency
As the UK looks to “build back better”, Richard Hipkiss, development director of the Modular and Portable Building Association (MPBA) raises the thorny issue of reducing landfill waste and improving material optimisation.
The Russia-Ukraine conflict ripples across the Eastern European supply chain
Russia's invasion of Ukraine is having far-reaching effects on international trade and supply chains spanning many countries and continents, sparking shortages and rising prices across the Eastern European supply chain. Marc Meyer, CCO at Transmetrics, takes a look at how AI can help.
First construction and engineering firm in Ireland invests in JCB 525-60E...
John Sisk & Son becomes the first construction and engineering firm in Ireland to invest in the JCB 525-60E electric telehandler.
East Sussex Housing development uses Zeroignition fire protection
A residential housing development in East Sussex has used Zeroignition fire protection to 'protect property and save lives'.
4D planning is extracting new value from BIM software
Elecosoft announces the latest market release of its 4D planning and project management software – Powerproject BIM.
The 15-minute city and what it means for commercial property
Wybo Wijnbergen, Co-founder and CEO, infinitSpace, explores the increasingly popular concept of the 15-minute city and what this will mean for the commercial real estate (CRE) sector.
UK first technology pilot aimed at decarbonising the grid
UK first technology could be the key to decarbonising the grid and increasing sustainability across UK's housing.
£65m Pears Maudsley mental health centre tops out
The Pears Maudsley mental health centre has marked a major milestone, as a topping out ceremony was held to mark the completion of the frame.
Viridis appointed to transform the Loch Lomond’s transition to net zero
Viridis has been appointed by Loch Lomond and The Trossachs National Park Authority to support the organisations transition to net zero.
Beyond COP26: How visual intelligence can progress sustainability goals
Last year, representatives from 200+ countries gathered for COP26. Linda Wade, CEO, and Co-Founder of Spinview spoke to PBC Today about the value of visual intelligence technology, and how it can progress sustainability goals in 2022.
Construction gold standard needs gold standard IT strategy
Professor David Mosey's independent review of public sector construction frameworks has called for a new "gold standard" for procurement. Realising this ambition will also require a gold standard construction IT strategy, says Walter Hume of Rimini Street .
The real value of data for your planning and decommissioning strategy
Ceri-Ann Droog, global digital director at Atkins, examines the benefits of data for your planning, construction design, decommissioning strategy and more.
Timber frame homes UK market to rise by £70m
The timber frame homes UK market is set to rise by £70m in 2022, according to the latest report by MTW research.
What are the benefits of BIM in facilities management?
Chris Wilson, energy manager at SPIE UK, discusses the substantial benefits of BIM in helping facilities managers create the best possible management approach.
How to mitigate cyberattacks in construction
PCB Today speaks with José Pinos, head of security at Atech, about cyberattacks in construction and the approaches to take to prevent them.
Plans developed for housing and construction skills academy in Sunderland
Plans to develop a ground-breaking housing and construction skills academy in Sunderland backed by TV architect George Clarke are beginning to take shape.
How can visual intelligence help develop a more sustainable built environment?
Linda Wade, CEO of the visual digital twin platform, Spinview, explores how visual intelligence can unlock the value of buildings and infrastructure data and contribute to sustainable built environment goals.
Northumbria Uni to design work from home house prototype
Northumbria University has been awarded funding to design and develop a new purpose-built home office within a house prototype, which will enable people to work from home and ‘age in place’.
Find the latest net zero innovations at Futurebuild 2022
Futurebuild 2022 provides a space for disruptors across the built environment the opportunity to collaborate on the latest net zero innovations.
Dispelling stereotypes of construction workers
Stereotypes of construction workers may be harming perceptions of the industry and contributing to a waning workforce and skills shortages.
GMI appointed to construct new Longbridge 155 development
St. Modwen Logistics has appointed GMI to construct the new ‘Longbridge 155’ net zero industrial development in Birmingham.
Valuing sustainability changes: Implications for managers
RICS has released RICS Guidance Note: Sustainability and ESG in Commercial Property Valuation and Strategic Advice, 3rd Edition in follow up to 2013’s version 2. Maryanne Bowring, Ringley, explores the implications for property managers of this evolution of guidance, and what this means in practice.