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Impact of Part L and the Future Homes Standard on timber frame housebuilding

The Future Homes Standard is a keystone of the government’s emissions reductions strategy - and timber frame construction is recognised as a prime route to compliance.

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Delays to Biodiversity Net Gain Policy sparks anger from environmentalists

The government has decided to delay the Biodiversity Net Gain policy, which requires developers to improve countryside and wildlife habitats.

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.

Bellway to deliver housing development with sustainable heating systems

Innovative energy-efficiency tools will be used on a new housing development in Swanley, Kent, as part of Bellway’s plans to move towards more sustainable heating systems.

Sheffield City Council delivers first ‘net zero in operation’ council homes

Sheffield’s first ‘net zero in operation’ council homes were lifted into position at the Duffield Place site in Woodseats in August.

New Passivhaus community campus approved for West Dunbartonshire

Planning permission has been granted for a new Passivhaus community campus in Faifley, West Dunbartonshire.

Blueprint Coalition urges UK Government U-turn on net zero commitments

The Blueprint Coalition is calling on the UK Government to retain its net zero commitments following policy U-turn.

RICS unveils game-changing global edition of Whole Life Carbon Assessment standard

RICS has revealed the second edition of its Whole Life Carbon Assessment for the Built Environment (WLCA) standard.

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.

Balfour Beatty secures funding for hydrogen fuel retrofit project

Balfour Beatty has secured over £240,000 of funding from the Scottish Government's Emerging Energies Technology Fund for their new hydrogen fuel retrofit project.

Reaching net zero targets with tech and carbon reporting

Matthew Jones, founder of Open ECX, explores why carbon reporting and digital systems will be key to driving a net zero future.

Nutrient neutrality reform blocked by House of Lords

The House of Lords voted down the Government's planned nutrient neutrality reform, after a strong response from environmental groups criticised the plans.

Betonmast saves €1m in sustainable construction project with Imerso

Office spaces have come a long way since the traditional cubicle-style offices of the past. The current focus has shifted towards functional spaces that foster creativity, collaboration, and innovation.

How can early engagement deliver more sustainable building envelopes?

Hitesh Pattni, Northern Specification Manager at SFS, discusses how engaging product manufacturers in technical design advice during early work stages means project-specific solutions can be aligned with sustainable outcomes.

NBS and BCIS team up to tackle net zero with new specification library

A new partnership will combine BCIS data sets into NBS's specification library, offering users greater insight into delivering net zero in their designs.

Overcoming obstacles in retrofitting the UK’s commercial buildings

Matt Richards, built environment expert and partner at Ridge and Partners, discusses the obstacles construction professionals face when retrofitting the UK's commercial buildings to reduce emissions and what can be done to prevent stalling the race to net zero.

NABERS UK will seek new administrator as BRE to focus on BREEAM

As the 2020 license agreement comes to an end, BRE is moving focus to its BREEAM system and NABERS UK will seek a new administrator.

UKGBC unveils important new energy guidance

The UK Green Building Council (UKGBC) has released new energy guidance to help stakeholders make informed decisions on energy procurement.

CERG calls on Scottish government to seize opportunities of net zero economy

A new report from CERG has outlined a series of recommendations for the Scottish government to achieve a net zero economy.

Claire Coutinho replaces Grant Schapps as energy security secretary

Ben Wallace's resignation has led to a mini-reshuffle, with Grant Schapps becoming defence secretary and Claire Coutinho stepping into his old role.

Over 1 in 3 families set to face higher winter energy bills

The Chartered Institute of Environmental Health (CIEH) has raised concerns over a new report by the Resolution Foundation, which reveals that one in three households will face higher winter energy bills.

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