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Exploring the benefits of digital twin technology in building energy management
PBC Today explores the role of machine learning in enhancing digital twin technology and a better understanding of building energy consumption patterns.
The key to a sustainable construction industry
Nemetschek’s powerful software could be the key to a more sustainable construction industry, allowing stakeholders to plan carefully and reduce material waste.
How the Net Zero Action Plan is equipping the construction industry...
Following the launch of the Construction Industry Training Board’s updated Net Zero Action Plan, chief executive Tim Balcon examines the work being done to equip the UK with the skills for a sustainable future.
London’s most extreme urban heat island 4.5°C hotter than rural areas,...
Arup compared extreme urban heat islands in six major cities, finding that a quarter of a million vulnerable Londoners live in the "hot spots".
Exploring carbon storage solutions in construction
The need to achieve carbon neutrality has never been more evident, particularly within the construction sector. This article explores how carbon storage solutions are vital in the quest for sustainability.
Net zero placemaking to drive down carbon impact
A focus on people and placemaking would spark a net zero breakthrough, says Dr Stephen Hall of climate innovation charity Ashden.
UKCW Birmingham shines spotlight on the Midlands
With just a month to go until the doors open, UK Construction Week Birmingham will feature a dedicated focus on the sector on its very doorstep - the Midlands.
18 months later: what the Mosey Report has meant for social...
It’s been 18 months since Professor David Mosey’s Constructing the Gold Standard report was published, but how have its recommendations been taken on board in the social housing sector?
How can the construction industry support the UK’s electric vehicle infrastructure?
Matt Price, Hexa Consulting, and Alex Skidmore, Chord Consult, explore how the construction industry can lead the UK's electric vehicle infrastructure ahead of the net zero 2050 target.
Celebrating one year of nima’s journey in the built environment
nima – formerly the UK BIM Alliance – is leading efforts to embed more data-driven ways of working to deliver tomorrow’s built environment, says Paul Wilkinson.
Reducing embodied carbon in building products for a sustainable future
As one of the key topics of debate around sustainability and climate change, embodied carbon is something we must all understand better. Vincent Matthews, head of UK marketing for SFS, explains.
Diversity and inclusion in construction: A conversation with Mace’s Head of...
PBC Today sat down with Marzia Bolpagni, head of BIM international and associate director at Mace, to discuss her journey in the industry; diversity and inclusion in construction, and how the industry can encourage new diverse talent.
iHelios wins eco-heating innovation award
iHelios Living Reinvented has been recognised for their eco-heating innovation, winning 'Most Pioneering Eco Heating Company 2023 North East England' in the UK Enterprise Awards.
Sustainable design: How can I evaluate my infrastructure projects for their...
Do your infrastructure projects embed sustainability from the outset? Is it something you have struggled with in the past? What is your approach to sustainable design?
UKCW Birmingham announces first speakers and seminar hubs
Speakers and seminar hubs have been announced for this year's UK Construction Week in Birmingham, at the NEC from October 3-5.
The decarbonisation of buildings: A win for society, industry and government
Rick Hartwig, built environment lead at the Institution of Engineering & Technology, examines the business and social case for the decarbonisation of buildings, and what industry and government need to do to support the transition to net zero.
Decarbonising the built environment by addressing whole life carbon
With an area equivalent to the size of Paris built every week, and global building stock expected to double by 2050, the scale of the construction sector’s decarbonisation challenge is significant and growing. Martin Staehr, director of building (UK) at Laing O’Rourke, shares how investing in whole life carbon is key to accelerating decarbonisation within construction.
Faithful+Gould launches new carbon emission reduction programme
Faithful+Gould will work with the National Fire Chiefs Council (NFCC) to introduce a national carbon emission reduction programme.
Future Homes Standard: The next steps on the road to 2025...
On 8 Feb, PBC Today held the first in a new series of webinars with the Future Homes Standard – Next Steps on the Road to 2025
The Electric Heating Company: Pioneering net zero with efficient, eco-friendly electric...
The Electrical Heating Company (EHC) is a one-stop shop for efficient electric heating systems.
Place-based policy key to alleviating poverty, says Power in Place
A roundtable event held in the House of Commons examined the findings of the recently published 'Power in Place' series, which argue for a local place-based approach to tackling inequalities and retrofitting initiatives.
How decarbonisation will help higher education institutions realise their ambitious net...
Tim Whitley, director of decarbonisation and sustainability at Arup, discusses a new report setting out a pathway to decarbonisation for the UK’s higher education institutions.
New sustainable architecture at the Detmold Open-Air Museum
Detmold Open-Air Museum, a hub of cultural and architectural heritage, is set to undergo a transformation with the construction of a new entrance and exhibition building.
Driving out diesel use on construction sites
The Construction Leadership Council’s CO2nstruct Zero programme has launched the Zero Diesel Sites Route Map, which sets out a plan to eliminate diesel use on 78% of UK construction sites by 2035.
National Home Decarbonisation Group celebrates inaugural meeting
Over 50 Tier 1 contractors, energy providers and specialists were in attendance at the National Home Decarbonisation Group's inaugural meeting.
Atkins and IATA develop new digital tools to aid in airport...
Atkins and the International Air Transport Association (IATA) have developed a set of digital tools designed to reduce the amount of carbon emissions in airport terminal construction.