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Actis reminds builders of cost-saving efficiencies to be made as winter hits

With the recent cold snap a taste of the winter to come, Actis is reminding builders of the cost savings and health benefits they can generate for householders by ensuring their homes are well-insulated.

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Should more companies consider energy efficient architectural design?

Glass and solar energy specialists at Romag explain why more companies should consider energy efficient architectural design... One of the defining factors of the 21st century and...

Zero Carbon Homes policy defeated again

The government has successfully halted zero carbon homes plans after defeating the policy by just four votes… Last year the government caused a furore by...

Is UK energy safer within the European Union?

Dr Kerry Mashford, Chief Executive of the National Energy Foundation, examines what the EU Referendum vote could mean for the future of UK energy...

European governments must deliver ambitious national renovation strategies

The green building industry is calling on national governments to ensure renovation strategies are as ambitious as possible… Under the EU’s Energy Efficiency Directive, member...

Lords vote in favour of zero carbon homes

The House of Lords has voted in favour of bringing back carbon standards for homes after government attempts to scale back green policies… Last year,...

The future of low energy homes

BSRIA highlight a recent event hosted on low energy homes and discuss what the future holds for the sector...  BSRIA recently staged an event on...

EU backs €12m sustainable construction project

A new pilot scheme that will enable Europe’s cement and lime industries to reduce their environmental footprint has received funding from the EU… A pilot...

Sustainable construction solutions: should this be a company policy?

Coral Pearce-Mariner, of Evander examines whether construction firms should implement sustainable solutions into their company policy... Due to a rise in consumer awareness and the growing...

World Green Building Council gains Volvo CE on its advisory board

Volvo Construction Equipment has joined the corporate advisory board of the World Green Building Council… The World Green Building Council (WGBC) has welcomed a new...

Global market for zero net energy buildings to expand

It is expected the zero net energy buildings market will see global growth between 2016 and 2024… According to a new report the global market...

Housing Quality Mark could help homebuyers with cheaper mortgages

A standard rating for new build homes could help buyers gain reduced mortgages and cheaper building insurance rates… A new five-star rating standard for new...

Electric heating and hot water products for the social housing market

Calum Black, Operations Director of The Electric Heating Company Ltd outlines electric heating and hot water products for the social housing market... With over 10 years experience of...

SAP untangled

The Zero Carbon Hub explain their new SAP Untangled Guide which aims to help SME’s meet Part L compliance… The Zero Carbon Hub’s Performance Gap...

Government aid for households undertaking energy efficiency measures falls

New research has revealed the amount of government aid available to help households install energy efficiency measures has fallen drastically since 2012… Cold homes kills...

£17m Manchester apartment blocks awarded BREEAM outstanding

Three refurbished 13-storey apartment blocks have been recognised for sustainability achievements, receiving a BREEAM outstanding rating… Designers of three apartment blocks located in Manchester have...

PhotonAir gives interstitial condensation the cold shoulder

Mark Seddon, a director at Thermic Technology outlines why thermal performance should be a clear consideration when thinking of insulation... Weighing up the pros and...

University report criticises government’s zero carbon homes policy cuts

A new report from two major universities has brought to light the serious impact of cutting the zero-carbon homes plan… The University of Westminster and...

Energy efficient buildings qualify for cut-rate loans

Lloyds Banking Group is offering £1bn in cut-rate loans to help improve the energy efficiency of buildings… Real estate clients looking to improve the energy...

An External Wall Insulation solution for Welsh housing

Wrexham County Borough Council outline their push in getting homes ready for the Welsh Housing Quality Standard by installing External Wall Insulation as a...

Energy efficient homes should be charged less stamp duty

A new report from think tank Policy Exchange has called for stamp duty to be cut for energy efficient homes and raised for homes...

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