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UKGBC report shows focus on resilience in the built environment

The UK Green Building Council's (UKGBC) new report shows the industry is increasingly focused on resilience in the built environment.

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Go Geothermal to make podcast debut in the new year

Go Geothermal's Tim Williams and Kevin Donovan-Ritch took part in a roundtable discussion on renewable energy that will form Go Geothermal's podcast debut.

How can the construction industry break stagnation in building emission reductions?

In a recent interview with Bianca Wong, global head of sustainability at Kingspan, PBC Today delved into the issues surrounding building emission stagnation in EU countries in response to the recent Global Retrofit Index report, and Kingspan's strategic approach to sustainability.

Actis and Hertfordshire Building Control release home extension insulation specification guide

Insulation specialist Actis has been working with Hertfordshire Building Control to create a home extension insulation specification guide.

How can early manufacturer engagement help to achieve the optimum, efficient thermal performance?

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.

The Future Homes Standard: key points condensed

This article from Discrete Heat delves into the key aspects of the Future Homes Standards, offering a concise overview for professionals in the construction sector.

ADEY Sense®: Transform your business with remote monitoring

Learn how ADEY Sense® remote monitoring technology can make the invisible sludge problem visible, offering peace of mind and preventing unexpected breakdowns.

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 household bills

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.

MagnaClean HP™ filter prolongs lifespan of heat pump solutions

With heat pumps and underfloor heating requiring a specific type of filter and chemical to make sure they are properly protected, Adey has launched the MagnaClean HP™ filter to provide effective long-term heat pump protection.

World Cement Association endorses industry decarbonisation efforts at COP28

Calls for greater decarbonisation in the cement and concrete industry at COP28 have been welcomed by the World Cement Association.

Clean heat advocates find cause for optimism amidst political turbulence

In a busy end of the year for politics and policy, do developers and clean heat advocates have a lot to feel good about? Alastair Murray, founder and MD of Rendesco, explores.

Unveiling the risks of LST radiators in healthcare

Delve into the risks of LST radiators in healthcare, examining how safety casings with fine mesh may not guarantee a safe environment. Discrete Heat investigates the reasons behind the continued use of these potentially hazardous heating solutions.

Why homeowners should embrace heating system flushing

Adey explores the benefits of heating system flushing, from increased radiator heat output to a potential 7-year extension of boiler lifespan, and why it's a cost-effective solution for homeowners concerned about winter heating bills.

Changes to planning rules to make solar panel installation easier for homes and businesses

Changes to permitted development rights rules will mean homeowners and businesses will find the installation of solar panels easier.

Reuse Now: Construction, climate change and the circular economy

The Alliance for Sustainable Building Products has relaunched its Reuse Now campaign to support construction’s move towards circular economy strategies and carbon reduction.

ADEY unveils Sense technology for social housing providers

ADEY's Sense technology makes it possible to stay ahead of heating system breakdowns and is revolutionising the way social housing providers manage large numbers of properties.

UK engineering and construction sector lags behind in decarbonisation progress

A new study by Mobilityways has shown that the UK engineering and construction sector is making slower progress on decarbonisation than both healthcare and financial services sectors.

Why we need a National Grid upgrade to avoid national gridlock

Green energy homes are the future, but is UK energy infrastructure ready? Go Geothermal explores the case behind a National Grid upgrade.

Environment first: Designing energy infrastructure for the future

As the industry turns to more efficient and sustainable approaches to carbon reduction, AtkinsRéalis explores why it is the right time for construction to re-think future energy-infrastructure planning

Hottest year on record highlights need to keep homes cool, warns Actis

As 2023 looks set to become the hottest year on record, the need to future-proof homes against the impact of extreme heat is more important than ever.

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