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Green construction: How are supply chains key to achieving net zero?

Karen McFadden, tax relief expert at Catax, takes a deep dive into the subject of green construction exploring the importance of supply chains for companies to achieve net zero targets.

Jacobs selected to support infrastructure renewal projects at National Nuclear Laboratory

Multiple renewal projects at National Nuclear Laboratory sites will be delivered by Jacobs across the full project lifecycle.

Understanding your building’s energy consumption to achieve net zero

Chantel Scheepers, CEO of OakTree Power, explains how old infrastructures don't need to be overhauled to achieve net zero if, with the help of DSR technology, a building's energy consumption can be properly assessed.

Sisk to make one-off cost-of-living payment to employees

John Sisk & Son will make a one-off cost-of-living payment to employees this September and will issue Christmas vouchers in November.

RICS releases annual RICS Sustainability Report

The annual RICS Sustainability Report has been released today (22 September), which highlights a rise in demand for sustainable commercial property in the UK, however the built environment must progress on decarbonisation.

Landlords under pressure over rising costs of energy efficiency upgrades

As inflation continues, the rising costs of energy efficiency upgrades are putting pressure on private landlords and investors.

Sustainability in construction: How buildings are becoming more eco-friendly

Karlo Jacutan, UK Flat Roofing, explores the current state of sustainability in construction and how homes, properties and businesses are becoming more eco-friendly.

Net Zero Carbon Buildings Standard initiative to be led by David Partridge

The Net Zero Carbon Buildings Standard initiative has appointed Related Argent’s chairman, David Partridge, as chair of its recently convened governance board.

Actis reports a rise in retrofit insulation enquiries following fuel price surge

Insulation specialist Actis has reported that it is seeing a rise in retrofit insulation enquiries following the latest leaps in fuel prices - driven in part by the shorter payback period in carrying out retrofit improvements.

Business energy price cap: what you need to know

The Energy Bill Relief Scheme has been announced by the government, intended to offer protections for businesses facing rising energy prices.

Saint-Gobain secures a major renewable electricity supply agreement in Poland

The 15-year renewable electricity supply agreement will cover around 45% of Saint Gobain Poland’s electricity requirements.

Building a better-built environment: Taking a stand for a more sustainable future

It’s time to take a stand for a better-built environment and net zero outcomes, says Martin Hurn, event director of Futurebuild.

How can net zero in the construction industry be achieved?

Jan-Maurits Loecke, sustainability fellow & associate principal at architecture firm CallisonRTKL (CRTKL), explores how building design, retrofitting and collaboration can promote net zero in the construction industry.

Experts warn of a worse energy crisis in 2023

A report from the Institute for Government has warned that the UK risks a worse energy crisis in 2023, after a decade of ineffective housing and energy policy.

Heat pumps in new builds: What do developers need to know?

Joseph Raftery, heating product manager at Samsung Climate Solutions UK, shares insight into the 'must-knows' for developers about heat pumps in new builds - from design to installation.

Notting Hill Genesis seek heat network contractors for £25m metering and billing services contracts

Notting Hill Genesis is seeking heat network contractors for maintenance, metering and billing services contracts worth a combined £25m on over their 35 estates.

World Green Building Week 2022 puts people at the heart of a low-carbon built environment

Ahead of COP27, World Green Building Week 2022 calls on the global building and construction sectors to accelerate uptake of low carbon built environment solutions.

Industry reacts to Liz Truss energy price cap announcement

Industry leaders have reacted to the recent Liz Truss energy price cap announcement as the new prime minister unveils a two-year plan to cap typical energy bills at £2,500 a year.

Saint-Gobain carbon neutrality targets first to gain approval of Science Based Targets initiative

The Science Based Targets initiative1 has approved Saint-Gobain’s carbon neutrality targets as consistent with the organization’s new net zero standard and the Paris Climate Agreement.

Build Net Zero Now: How can the housebuilding industry deliver net zero?

The Build Net Zero Now campaign is calling for urgent action from housebuilding industry. Richard Broad, projects and communications manager of the Good Homes Alliance, discusses its progress.

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