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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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The retrofit reality of decarbonising urban areas

Alasdair Young, energy director at Buro Happold, discusses the importance of retrofit in the country’s quest for decarbonisation.

The Energy Independence Bill: From ambition to delivery

The proposed Energy Independence Bill signals a shift towards strengthening domestic resilience and supporting the transition to clean power, but it depends on the speed of projects.

Imperial College London and the Earls Court Development Company announce construction climate innovation partnership

Imperial College London and the Earls Court Development Company's partnership will advance construction climate innovation in ahead of the £10bn regeneration of Earl’s Court.

What contractors bidding for DfE schools need to understand about heating strategy in 2026

Chris Davidson, CTO of Genius Energy Labs, explores the DfE's school rebuilding strategy and how ground source heat pumps align with heating demand.

National Grid consultation launched on £3bn link with Scotland

A Stage 2 National Grid consultation has been launched seeking views on Eastern Green Link 5, a proposed link with Scotland.

Why energy efficient homes could decide the future of the rental market post-Renters’ Rights Act

Dan Alvarez, group chief revenue officer at Vertical, outlines the implications of energy efficient homes for those operating in the energy and housing sectors, why this is significant, and how the rental market is rapidly changing.

Why building sustainability into developments is a developer’s greatest commercial asset

Simon Bones, founder & CEO of Genous, discusses the shift towards sustainability in developments and why developers should get ahead with this now.

Hottest May day for 80 years sparks Actis reminder that certain insulations can reflect heat

With the UK experiencing its hottest day in May for more than 80 years this Bank Holiday weekend, Actis is reiterating its reminder that some insulation materials reflect heat, helping keep buildings cool, while others make homes unbearably hot.

UKGBC launches new framework to help manage and reduce carbon emissions

UKGBC's Whole Life Carbon Framework is designed to reduce carbon emissions across a building’s lifecycle and to guide new projects towards net-zero-aligned outcomes.

‘Boundary pushing’ Actis appoints sales manager to help home counties builders and merchants

Jake Wilson has been appointed as the new Actis area sales manager, boosting sales in the South East and London.

Why innovation is key to Britain’s electricity grid transformation

Brian Palmer, digital delivery manager at Burns & McDonnell, discusses why technological innovations are key to reconstructing Britain’s outdated electricity grid.

Drastic changes to UK climate requires urgent change, says CCC

The Climate Change Committee has released a report urging action to address overheating, flooding, and water supply climate adaptations.

Demand for lower energy bills highlights need for ‘fabric first’, says Actis

Actis UK and Ireland technical manager, Harsha Mistry, says sentiment observed by Rightmove, Zoopla, Halifax, Nationwide and Santander, along with a survey by developer Story Homes, all point to increasing buyer demand for homes with lower overall running costs.

DESNZ will need to monitor risks of Sizewell C delivery model closely, NAO warns

According to a new report from the National Audit Office, the Sizewell C delivery model has significant costs and relies on big assumptions.

How to best deliver the Warm Homes Plan – that’s the £15bn question

Rory Evans, regional director, LHC Midlands and South East, discusses whether the Warm Homes Plan can work in practice and the initiatives needed to support it.

Getting heat pumps right: Why good design & installation matters in the UK’s low-carbon heating transition

Dr Jaydeep Bhadra explains how CIBSE is raising standards for low-carbon heating design and installation under the FHBS.

Future Homes need a hot water plan, not just a heat pump specification

Ben Smith, senior channel manager, Mira Showers, argues that an integrated hot water system should be a key aspect of the Future Homes Standard.

Two offshore wind farms set to secure homegrown energy for UK homes

Two offshore wind farm developments have been granted development consent by the Department for Energy Security and Net Zero.

Getting embodied carbon right: The foundation for whole-life carbon reporting

Once an underreported issue, embodied carbon is now the foundation upon which responsible whole-life carbon reporting must be built, writes Dr Lee Jones, head of sustainability at Hubexo.

Development delivery depends on energy independence

Stuart Campbell, of Carter Jonas, goes over how the Energy Independence Bill will support development delivery.

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