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What needs to be in the second National Infrastructure Assessment?
With major challenges on the horizon it is essential that we take a long-term approach to infrastructure planning, says Keith Howells FICE, trustee of the Institution of Civil Engineers.
Countdown to COP26: A greener future for construction
With global attention on Glasgow this autumn, we look at what the built environment professionals can expect from the COP26 international summit of 2021.
Building skills for offsite timber construction post-Covid
Professor Robert Hairstans, head of the Centre for Offsite Construction & Innovative Structures at Edinburgh Napier University, assesses how further education must adapt to the needs of the industry amid a pandemic.
Partnership to develop utilities digital twin
Anglian Water, BT and UK Power Networks have formed a new partnership with the National Digital Twin programme to deliver a digital twin across energy, water and telecoms networks.
Digital Twin Hub: Recent achievements and plans for the future
Eighteen months after its launch, the Digital Twin Hub community has exceeded 2,000 members, and its most recent summit has evidenced the overwhelming enthusiasm and support from a diverse range of participants for digitalisation and connected digital twins across the UK and beyond.
1,000 flood schemes to benefit from £860m this year
More than 1,000 flood schemes are set to benefit from over £860m this year, as part of the flood and coastal erosion investment plan.
New net gain tool to help industry deliver sustainable projects
WSP, Ecosystems Knowledge Network, and Northumbria University have launched a new net gain measurement tool to help built environment professionals play a greater part in nature recovery and climate resilience.
Government urged to put net-zero at the heart of planning
The letter, which has been co-ordinated by the UK Green Building Council (UKGBC) and the Aldersgate Group, welcomes the government’s commitments to addressing the housing crisis and reaching net-zero by 2050.
Heatwave warning prompts call to use insulation which keeps homes cool
Insulation specialist Actis reminds architects of the importance of ensuring buildings remain cool in the summer as well as warm in winter.
Funding approved for £501m River Thames flood scheme
The outline business case has been approved for the £501m River Thames scheme which will deliver flood protection to thousands of homes across Surrey.
World Environment Day: NHBC Foundation launches biodiversity report
NHBC Foundation celebrates World Environment Day (5 June) with the launch of its recent publication, ‘Biodiversity in New Housing Developments’.
Unlocking the power of smart buildings
Smart technology is a familiar term, but what does “smart” really mean - and how can designers, builders and engineers harness the benefits for both new and existing buildings? Francesco Anselmo, associate director at Arup, takes a look.
£40m Breakthrough Challenge: Driving innovation in the water sector
The first round of the £40m Water Breakthrough Challenge has opened for entries, inviting innovations that can drive far-reaching benefits.
How can the housebuilding industry protect biodiversity?
The NHBC Foundation has partnered with the RSPB and Barratt Developments to produce guidance on how the housebuilding industry can incorporate green infrastructure into new builds and protect biodiversity.
Costain secures place on strategic national rail framework
Costain has been appointed to Network Rail’s Operational Programme Delivery framework to provide specialist client-side project management consultancy services.
One year on: Construction industry reflects on Covid-19
A year on from the first lockdown announcement, sector professionals offer their reflections on the pandemic’s impact on the construction industry.
Firm foundations for Flood Performance Certificates
The Flood Performance Certificates scheme urgently needs a firm foundation based on empirical evidence and detailed expert knowledge if it is to succeed, argues Aquobex.
Five construction themes for 2021
Stephen Good, CEO of Construction Scotland Innovation Centre, examines five key themes for the construction sector from collaboration, digital transformation and skills to supply chain resilience post-Brexit.
Arup joins ‘Race to Zero’ to achieve net-zero emissions by 2030
Arup has signed up to the Race to Zero, a global campaign to rally businesses, cities, regions and investors to take action for a healthy, resilient, zero-carbon recovery that prevents future threats and create jobs.
UK’s ‘green industrial revolution’ plan to support 250,000 jobs
Prime minister Boris Johnson has unveiled a ten point plan for a green industrial revolution which will support up to 250,000 jobs across the UK.
Digital twin: Cities and their digital doppelgangers
As cities around the world begin adopting digital twins, the AECO industry must examine how exactly they impact large-scale projects and how this impact will develop in the future.
Opportunity in adversity: Time to act to transform construction
Following publication of the Transforming Construction report, Professor Cam Middleton, director of the University of Cambridge Laing O’Rourke Centre for Construction Engineering & Technology, reflects on the current opportunity for the industry.
New Garden Cities must have sustainable transport at their core
Holistically planned new communities have the opportunity to become exemplars of sustainable travel but this will be an opportunity missed without commitment and investment from the outset, argues Katy Lock, director – communities at the Town & Country Planning Association.
Plans to reduce flood risk in Bristol unveiled
Bristol City Council and the Environment Agency have unveiled their plan for reducing the risk of flooding from the River Avon to Bristol and neighbouring communities.
Government boosts social value procurement
The government has introduced new measures to ensure public procurement delivers on social value priorities.
£1.6bn to fund Scotland’s green recovery
Nearly £1.6bn of funding will directly support up to 5,000 jobs and tackle fuel poverty as part of plans to drive Scotland’s green recovery.