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Costain selected for £4bn carbon capture project

Costain has been selected by Net Zero Teesside Power (NZT Power) and the Northern Endurance Partnership (NEP) as a specialist partner for a £4bn carbon capture project.

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How can copper improve sustainability in the construction industry?

The environmental impact of plastic is severe, especially given the availability of more sustainable options like copper for pipework. Oliver Lawton, co-founder of CuSP and managing director at Lawton Tubes, discusses the urgency for the construction industry to prioritise sustainability in a discussion on driving positive change.

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.

2023 saw 166% increase in qualified heat pump installers

The number of individuals who have completed training to become qualified heat pump installers has seen an increase of 166%, from just under 3,000 in 2022, to close to 8,000 in 2023.

Actis Hybris has had its Cradle to Cradle Certified® Bronze certification renewed

The renewal of Actis Hybris' Cradle to Cradle Certified® Bronze certification means it meets stringent sustainability criteria and retains its place as the only reflective insulation product in the whole of Europe to have achieved such recognition.

Unlocking the power of on-site energy generation

Steven Hardman, CEO, Conrad Energy, investigates how on-site energy generation can help businesses reduce reliance on their local grid and boost their own energy efficiencies.

Is retrofit data the key to unlocking a $2 trillion market?

International businesses could save a collective $2 trillion a year by focusing on energy efficiency, according to the World Economic Forum. BESA’s Graeme Fox says better use of retrofit data will be crucial in turning potential savings into real ones.

What does biodiversity net gain actually mean for planners?

England has officially implemented biodiversity net gain (BNG), making it mandatory for new developments. In this article, Dr Robin McArthur, chair of the Joe’s Blooms Advisory Board, explores how Local Planning Authorities (LPAs) are crucial in ensuring compliance.

Homeowner says broken heat pump went unnoticed thanks to Actis Hybrid efficiency

A timber frame specialist who has been using Actis insulation products for the past two decades says he has never looked back - after one of his customers took two days to notice his heat pump had broken as his house was so warm!

AtkinsRéalis meets new biodiversity net gain legislation with geospatial approach

AtkinsRéalis has created a new solution to streamline the processes involved in biodiversity net gain management and meet the new legislation in England.

New online retrofit skills hub to help decarbonise 635,000 properties in South London

The South London Partnership has launched an online retrofit skills hub to enable construction workers to access more training and qualifications.

Making thermal breaks part of a full-service solution to building envelope efficiency

General manager of Armatherm, Paul Beech, discusses the locations where thermal bridging can cause detrimental issues, and how to combat this by working with architects, designers and structural engineers at the early stages of a project.

Green building certifications: Are they lowering carbon emissions or boosting building values?

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.

New study highlights policy gaps which delay decarbonisation progress

In an effort to combat climate change, the global construction industry is setting its sights on a 10% reduction in CO2 emissions. However, a new study underscores policy gaps that impede decarbonisation progress.

Development consent granted for Net Zero Teesside carbon capture project worth £1.5bn

Development consent has been granted for a £1.5bn carbon capture, utilisation and storage (CCUS) project on Teesside.

H2 Green Steel selects Fluor Corporation for role in world’s first green steel mill

Flour Corporation has been chosen by H2 Green Steel to provide engineering, procurement and construction management services at the world's first renewable hydrogen-based integrated ‘green steel’ mill in Boden, Sweden.

Kingspan makes environmental leadership A-List

Kingspan has been recognised for its environmental leadership in corporate transparency and performance on climate change by CDP, securing a place on its annual ‘A List’.

Government in talks to buy Wylfa nuclear site from Hitachi

The Government is in talks with Hitachi over purchasing the 20.8-hectare Wylfa nuclear site in Anglesey after Hitachi did not secure a financial support agreement.

ThermaSkirt heating system shines in Barratt’s Energy House 2.0

Barratt's Energy House 2.0, in collaboration with Salford University, showcases the exceptional performance of the ThermaSkirt Heating System, marking a significant leap in the quest for eco-friendly and innovative heating systems.

The future of cement decarbonisation: The Global Cement & Concrete Association at COP28

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.

BNG becomes mandatory for developers in England

From today (12 February), developers in England will have to deliver at least a 10% biodiversity net gain on new developments.

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