How decarbonisation can help estates meet sustainability goals
Decarbonisation has a huge role to play when meeting the UK’s ambitious carbon targets – but does public sector support go far enough? Hannah Kissick, associate at international M&E consultancy CPW, thinks more funding is needed to help estates move away from fossil fuels.
What are the benefits of using a Common Data Environment in...
This article will discuss the advantages of using a Common Data Environment in construction, as well as its potential applications.
Construct.id announces strategic partnership with Pagabo to raise industry standards
Construct.id has announced a strategic partnership with national framework provider Pagabo, in an effort to raise industry standards on national construction frameworks.
Construction activity rises in February at fastest rate since May 2022
The latest construction PMI figures show construction activity rising, with commercial work offsetting a drop in housing activity.
Retrofitting the UK’s historic buildings could generate £35bn a year, according...
Retrofitting the UK's historic buildings could reduce carbon emissions by five percent a year, and generate £35bn of economic output in the economy, according to a new report commissioned by the National Trust, Peabody, Historic England, The Crown Estate and Grosvenor.
Actis expands its specification team with architectural technician appointment
Actis Insulation has expanded its specification team with the appointment of an architectural technician to help architects, merchants, builders and building control officers in the South West, the West Midlands and South Wales.
OpenSpace recognised for innovation as it wins the Emaar Innovation Challenge
After being shortlisted to the final seven companies out of 240, OpenSpace is proud to announce it was a winner in the 2023 Emaar Innovation Challenge pitch competition.
Futureproofing foundation design against climate change in house building
A new report from the NHBC explains how foundation design can be integral to futureproofing against climate change in house building.
Less than a third of businesses know how energy efficient their...
Despite new Minimum Energy Efficiency Standards (MEES) legislation coming into effect in April, there is still a significant lack of understanding around the energy efficiency of office buildings.
Work starts on modular and offsite projects in North and South
Rollalong and Merit have begun construction on modular and offsite projects in the North and South of England; a housing development for homeless single parents in Surrey and a £35 million hospital in Berwick.
Kier to deliver net zero and all-electric developments in Scotland &...
Kier has been appointed to deliver multiple net zero and all-electric developments in Scotland and Wales, including a £25m teaching block and £30m mortuary.
Why secondary glazing is the ideal solution for retro-fitting existing buildings
With over 5.4 million traditional buildings in England alone, it is crucial to explore sustainable retrofit solutions, such as secondary glazing, as one of the solutions to upgrading the UK's building stock.
Saint Gobain completes sale of UK distribution businesses -including Jewson- to...
Saint-Gobain has completed the sale of all merchanting brands in the United Kingdom – including the builders and timber merchant Jewson – to the Stark group.
Supporting construction professionals every step of the way with JCT Education...
JCT not only produces construction contracts, but strives to improve their understanding and use through education and training resources
JCT provides a variety of contract...
Proposed NPPF planning reforms would reduce delivery of affordable homes, sustainability...
The Royal Town Planning Institute have released their consultation response to the National Planning Policy Framework (NPPF), arguing that councils will be stripped of policy tools necessary to deliver housing and infrastructure development.
Bentley Systems announces call for nominations for the 2023 Going Digital...
Bentley Systems has announced a call for nominations for the 2023 Going Digital Awards in Infrastructure, which recognise infrastructure projects for going digital advancements in infrastructure.
Government announces new £5m Heat Training Grant for heating engineers
The government have announced a new 'Heat Training Grant' this morning (2 March 2023). Aimed at heating engineers, the grant will support 10,000 trainees over the next two years to become low-carbon heating experts.
How facilities management can support the sustainability agenda
Climate change is an issue no one can ignore, but what role can facilities management companies play in helping their customers incorporate more green solutions into their business plans? Brij Thankey, CEO of Precision FM, explores.
Digital revolution in construction: The time is now, part two
The construction industry faces economic challenges and needs to adapt to a rapidly changing world, which presents an opportunity for the sector to embrace digitalisation.
House building up in 2022 despite challenges in final quarter
House building was up in 2023, despite 10 out of 12 UK regions experiencing fall in new home registrations in Q4 with London most severely impacted.
What is the role of digital twins in construction?
PBC Today explore how digital twins in construction can be used to improve efficiency by providing accuracy and greater control over processes across various stages of building development and discuss the potential challenges associated with implementing this technology.
Promoting sustainable construction with modular design
Mateo Zimmerman, investment manager at CEMEX Ventures, explores how modular design can boost quality and sustainable construction in the current market.
February Nationwide HPI: Annual house price weakest level since 2012
The February Nationwide HPI has shown that annual house price growth has slipped into negative territory for the first time since June 2020, and is the weakest level since November 2012.
Decarbonising EU buildings could boost domestic industries and supply chain
Efforts at decarbonising EU buildings could be an opportunity to grow local industries to boost domestic supply chains, McKinsey & Company have found.
Ethical use of data in the built environment
Data in the built environment can change lives for the better – but only if it’s trusted and used ethically, says Brian Hills, CEO of The Data Lab.
Digital and transformational change in construction projects: The (liability) bumps in...
May Winfield of Buro Happold takes a look at the transformational change in construction projects in the last decade, such as collaboration and digitisation.