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International green building rating systems to form sustainable finance alliance
Each of the major green building rating systems for the UK, Australia and the USA have announced a first-of-its-kind alliance aiming to unlock sustainable finance for the built environment.
Making retrofit a reality with geospatial data
There is no one-size-fits-all approach to retrofit, but knocking down and starting again isn’t an option. BIM is now proving its value in repurposing existing buildings through the use of geospatial data, says Diarmuid Murphy, director of property at Murphy Geospatial.
Ethical public sector use of AI for decision-making in connected places
Public sector use of AI offers significant potential value but also brings with it significant concerns over its responsible use. A new project led by the University of Cambridge aims to put ethical considerations at the heart of decisions to use AI within digitalisation initiatives to create public value in connected places.
Green building certifications: Are they lowering carbon emissions or boosting building...
As corporate emphasis grows on eco-friendly structures, questions arise about the true impact of green building certifications. Do they actively reduce carbon emissions, or are they primarily boosting the market value of green buildings? Georgia Sandom, operations and ESG director at Office Space in Town, explores.
The future of cement decarbonisation: The Global Cement & Concrete Association...
The Global Cement & Concrete Association had a front row seat at COP28, hosting a pavilion, Concrete Future, for the first time and highlighting the industry’s work on decarbonisation and sustainable infrastructure. GCCA chief executive Thomas Guillot looks back on the event and the launch of the Cement Industry Net Zero Progress Report.
Labour to ditch flagship £28bn green investment pledge
Labour has dropped their £28bn green investment pledge, which was proposed as a means to grow green jobs and targets.
Optimising existing buildings holds the key to handling record heat
Richard Tibenham, business development manager at IES, explores strategies for optimising our existing buildings in a warming world, from designing climate-resilient structures to using digital twins. Discover innovative solutions and their link to corporate responsibility in a changing ESG landscape.
How can data-led approaches provide stability in the 2024 construction market?
Richard Winson, director at Naismiths Analytics at national real estate consultancy Naismiths, says that data-led approaches based on reliable historical financial data and market insights can provide some level of stability in a challenging market.
The role of activity roofs in shaping sustainable cities
Rapid population growth in cities and intensified climate change bring the challenges of limited urban space and more extreme weather conditions. Learn how activity roofs offer a solution by maximising space and improving overall quality of life.
The impact of Biodiversity Net Gain regulations on housing developments
Mandatory Biodiversity Net Gain regulations came into force from January, requiring a 10% gain on new developments a condition of planning permission. Lara Dresser, sustainability scientist at Tunley Environmental, examines the new framework and the likely impact on developers.
National cyber-physical ecosystem will align digital and physical infrastructures
Nearly 200 delegates gathered for the launch of a new community designed to encourage a cross-sector approach to the future development of a cyber-physical ecosystem in the UK and beyond.
Lindsey Richards inaugurated as RTPI President 2024
Lindsey Richards was inaugurated as the new RTPI President for 2024 at a ceremony on Wednesday 24th January, where she unveiled her vision for "Planning Our Future"
The emerging role of sustainability in structural engineering
In this piece, Łukasz Jędrzejewski, product marketing manager at Graitec, explores the emerging role of sustainability in structural engineering, and the need for environmentally conscious design.
Urgent reforms needed to tackle outdated planning policies
Research conducted by Lichfields indicates that challenges are arising for developers and local authorities due to outdated planning policies, a situation rooted in the uncertainty associated with the ongoing obligation to review existing policies.
Green energy investment, artificial intelligence and purpose-driven technology adoption set to...
Visualisation software specialist Sensat anticipates the perfect storm of green energy investment, artificial intelligence (AI) integration and purpose-driven technology adoption in 2024. CEO James Dean highlights how these converging trends are required as we drive towards a net zero future.
Engineering with purpose must be theme of 2024, says new IStructE...
The Institution of Structural Engineers’ (IStructE) new President, Tanya de Hoog, will speak about the importance of 'engineering with purpose' in her inaugural address.
Building for Tomorrow is back for 2024
NHBC’s Building for Tomorrow (BFT) returns from February to March 2024, with eight events across the country for house building professionals.
What extent of retrofitting work is needed in the social housing...
A new report by law firm Shakespeare Martineau has uncovered a significant gap between social housing tenants’ desire to retrofit their homes and their ability to make those improvements. Louise Drew, partner and head of building communities, looks at the key findings.
Manufacturing, digital twins and the undeniable profitability of accuracy
Jon Butler, head of digital engineering at Murphy Geospatial, looks at the role of digital twins in the manufacturing sector and the importance of good data foundations.
2024 construction predictions: where is the industry headed?
Net zero, the skills shortage, RAAC, extreme weather, infrastructure opportunities and tool theft- there's plenty to watch out for in construction in 2024.
Cyber-physical infrastructure: Towards a more digital built environment
Cyber-physical infrastructure aims to build on the UK’s strengths in technologies such as AI, digital twins and robotics to help create a more digital built environment and address key challenges such as tackling climate change and supporting sustainable growth. Dan Rossiter FCIAT of the Chartered Institute of Architectural Technologists takes a look.
Ramboll analyses the impact of nutrient neutrality regulations on UK development
Ongoing uncertainty over nutrient neutrality is muddying the waters, says Karen Allso of Ramboll.
Building a consistent, sustainable future with the Whole Life Carbon Assessment...
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.
How can early manufacturer engagement help to achieve the optimum, efficient...
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.
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...
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.