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Using tech to drive a more sustainable building industry
With organisations moving to reduce their environmental impacts in the wake of rapidly rising costs and increasing climate-related events, technology holds the key to creating a more sustainable building industry.
Battery electric vehicle freight fleets to be adopted by over half...
A new study has found that over half (55%) of UK companies are actively planning to adopt battery electric vehicles (BEVs) across their fleet in as little as five years.
New UKGBC agreement to boost sustainability of the built environment in...
The Sustainable Hospitality Alliance and UK Green Building Council have formed a new
co-operation to enhance the sustainability of the built environment in hospitality
The Sustainable...
How data-led solutions are helping to ease UK’s energy crisis
Data-led solutions should be seen as a vital asset in the battle against rising living costs and the energy crisis, says Brian Hills, CEO of The Data Lab.
How tech can harden UK’s vital infrastructure against extreme weather
As extreme weather events become more frequent, technology can play a key role in protecting vital infrastructure, says Marko Ravnjack, applications engineer, monitoring, track survey and scanning at Trimble.
Can 3D laser scanning help decarbonise the concrete industry?
3D laser scanning can help the concrete industry from first pour to final adjustments as it makes the journey to cutting carbon emissions.
How the energy efficiency crisis is catalysing UK green buildings demand
With soaring bills and supply concerns putting the focus on the energy efficiency crisis, Nick Jacobs, executive managing director of Taurus UK, looks at the key drivers of green buildings.
A net zero supply chain: Balfour Beatty survey outlines path to...
Balfour Beatty partnered with the Supply Chain Sustainability School to survey supply chain partners, aiming to understand how to achieve net zero in the industry.
Growth by development: Key proposals in the Growth Plan
Following the mini budget, Tracy Lovejoy and Melody Li of Irwin Mitchell Solicitors examine the key proposals in the government’s Growth Plan.
Welsh Water maintenance framework spots secured by Galliford Try
Galliford Try's environment business has secured two spots on the Welsh Water capital maintenance framework, their first union with the company in a decade.
UKGBC calls on government to double down to support a resilient...
Ahead of Adaptation Day at COP27, the UK Green Building Council (UKGBC) has urged the government to strengthen policies that will support a resilient built environment.
Could 3D printing solve the UK housing shortage?
With 3D printing on the rise, could it be a possible solution to help the housing crisis in the UK? Build Warranty explores.
Data-driven insights can support construction’s ongoing journey to net zero
The construction industry has a pivotal role in tackling global warming by reducing carbon emissions across the lifecycle of the built environment and achieving net zero. Dr Omar Abo Madyan, research associate at the Centre for Smart Infrastructure & Construction, calls for the use of data-driven insights for resource-efficient decision-making.
UKGBC urges government to honour 1.5C degrees target at COP27
Commitments such as preventing global temperatures from rising by more than 1.5C degrees should be part of the UK's positioning as a global climate leader, says the UKGBC.
WGBC launches manifesto for a sustainable built environment in Africa
The Africa Regional Network of the World Green Building Council has launched a manifesto for the development of a sustainable built environment in Africa.
Volumetric modular design: The future of education buildings
The government has set out a vision for the education sector to be world leading in sustainability by 2030. As Richard Hipkiss, development director of the Modular & Portable Building Association (MPBA), makes clear – central to shaping that will be the increased use of volumetric modular design.
Is technology the future of construction estimating?
With a new King, new Prime Minister, the lingering effects of Covid-19, Brexit and the energy crisis, big things are happening in the UK economy. Now is the time to assess the impact to your construction estimating and tender functions and the actions you need to take.
Will extreme weather increase the adoption of MMC?
With much of the UK enduring a heatwave and drought in August, is more unpredictable and extreme weather another reason for the construction industry to adopt Modern Methods of Construction? Ian Atkinson of Womble Bond Dickinson takes a look.
Patrick Franco announced as new CEO of Notting Hill Genesis
As the new CEO of Notting Hill Genesis, Patrick Franco will lead the executive team to implement a resident-centric, digitally-enabled strategy.
UK BIM Alliance to rebrand as ‘nima’
The UK BIM Alliance is to rebrand as ‘nima’, the Greek word for ‘thread’ to better reflect current and anticipated future thinking about digital working.
What will carbon neutral targets mean for planners and the construction...
Carbon neutral targets are likely to cause challenges for local authorities and add pressure to planning & building control departments.
Mini-budget 2022: Industry reacts to Liz Truss stamp duty cut
Industry experts respond to the 2022 mini-budget which will see stamp duty cut under plans to tackle the cost-of-living crisis and boost the economy.
The impact of inflation on existing construction contracts
Phil Caton, construction law solicitor and senior associate at Aaron and Partners, provides practical tips on what firms/sub-contractors should be looking for in existing construction contracts amid the concern for inflation.
RICS releases annual RICS Sustainability Report
The annual RICS Sustainability Report has been released today (22 September), which highlights a rise in demand for sustainable commercial property in the UK, however the built environment must progress on decarbonisation.
Sustainability in construction: How buildings are becoming more eco-friendly
Karlo Jacutan, UK Flat Roofing, explores the current state of sustainability in construction and how homes, properties and businesses are becoming more eco-friendly.
Net Zero Carbon Buildings Standard initiative to be led by David...
The Net Zero Carbon Buildings Standard initiative has appointed Related Argent’s chairman, David Partridge, as chair of its recently convened governance board.