In response to the draft National Planning Policy Framework (NPPF), Lichfields has set out an approach to plan-making aimed at improving alignment between planning, grid capacity and delivery timescales for energy infrastructure.
Energy regulator for the UK, the Office of Gas & Electricity Markets (Ofgem), has granted initial approval to 80 energy projects to upgrade Britain's electricity supergrid and maintain gas infrastructure.
The £25bn Morocco-UK power cable project, which would bring solar and wind energy from the Sahara to the UK, has been blocked by the government in favour of homegrown energy solutions.
The UK’s nuclear planning reforms could mark a major turning point in the journey to decarbonise energy-intensive sectors, writes Hannah Manson of Newcleo
On International Women in Engineering Day, the Institution of Civil Engineers (ICE) is proud to announce that for the first time, the Gold, Silver, and Bronze winners in its UK-wide CityZen Award are all female students.
With temperatures predicted to reach 33 degrees in parts of England this weekend, and a yellow heat health alert issued for most of the country, insulation specialist Actis is reminding builders, merchants and specifiers of the role insulation has to play in helping mitigate the impact of extreme temperatures.
At a parliamentary reception this week, trade association BEAMA relaunched the Smart Buildings Group and urged government to support industry and the supply chain in driving smart energy manufacturing.
Climate Emergency UK has published the second edition of the Council Climate Action Scorecards, assessing all UK councils on their progress towards net zero- and has found that only 16% appear to be on track to meet 2030 targets.
James Clark, partner in the Planning & Environment team at law firm Foot Anstey, examines the Planning & Infrastructure Bill’s proposals for Environmental Delivery Plans.
Discover insights from this year’s Utility Week Live, including the impact of GB Energy and the overall strength of the UK’s net zero push – along with concerns about political disruption.
Gibraltar has appointed a UK climate tech firm to roll out Dynamic Simulation Modelling (DSM) technology that will facilitate net-zero design of new buildings, compliant with local building regulations.
Concrete is the most consumed material on Earth after water. It shapes our cities, infrastructure and homes - but at a significant environmental cost, writes Sarah Walker, senior architect product specialist at Vectorworks.
Pan-European insulation specialist Actis has created a 160-page document outlining details of the sustainability credentials of its products and manufacturing processes to highlight the steps it is taking to reduce the industry's impact on the environment.
By prioritising copper in heat pump systems, stakeholders can meet the demands of today while anticipating the challenges of tomorrow, delivering homes that are not only compliant but also resilient and sustainable for generations to come.
