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Construction NewsUKGBC responds to Government Hydrogen Strategy
<p>The UK Green Building Council (UKGBC) has today responded to the Government’s UK Hydrogen Strategy. </p> <p>The post <a rel="nofollow" href="https://www.ukgbc.org/news/ukgbc-responds-to-government-hydrogen-strategy/">UKGBC responds to Government Hydrogen Strategy</a> appeared first on <a rel="nofollow" href="https://www.ukgbc.org">UKGBC - UK Green Building Council</a>.</p>
admin · 8/17/2021
ArchitectureEspacio 18's La Casa del Sapo opens out onto a beach in Mexico
Mexican practice Espacio 18 Arquitectura has designed a concrete seafront home on Zapotengo beach in Oaxaca, with two wings oriented to follow the rising and setting of the sun. Called La Casa del Sapo, or Toad’s House, the “timeless” minimalist design was created as a reflection on life’s necessities. The local practice was inspired by […]
admin · 8/16/2021
ArchitectureEpisode Ten: How do Europe and America compare when it comes to Green Building - interview with Daniel Jaconetti. Pete discusses workers and material issues
Henry McDonald talks to sustainable architect, Daniel Jaconetti about his work and how Europe compares to the USA when it comes to green building. Daniel’s passion lies in biomimetic concepts and how technologies inspired by nature can create responsive environmental that coexist with their ecologies. His chat with Henry is a real eye-opener packed with […]
Jackie De Burca · 8/15/2021
ArchitectureAce Hotel Brooklyn showcases the borough's artistic talent
The Ace Hotel‘s newest outpost in Downtown Brooklyn by interior designers Roman and Williams features art in every room, and a public gallery in its lobby with rotating exhibitions. Located between the neighbourhoods of Fort Greene, Boerum Hill and Downtown Brooklyn, New York City’s second Ace Hotel is now open to the public. It is […]
admin · 8/15/2021
Construction News4 Perceived Barriers to Sustainable Construction
Introduction Globally, sustainability is becoming a pressuring issue to countless organisations with consumers defiantly refusing to passively await action from companies but, conversely, impelling them to do their bit to assist the environment. In other words, a wider segment of corporates spanning an assortment of industries, are demonstrating a growing interest in sustainable construction methods, […]
Elsa Trojaola · 8/15/2021
SustainabilityStartup Promises Window-Mounted Heat Pump by 2022
A San Francisco startup says it will introduce a window-mounted heat pump next year that will provide both heating and cooling at a lower cost than professionally installed systems. The device is shaped like a pair of saddlebags, with the evaporator and fan on the inside below the level of the window sill and the […]
admin · 8/13/2021
SustainabilityPower network reforms to help solar get on the grid
Reforms designed to inject more small-scale solar into the grid, and support the growth of batteries and electric vehicles, have been finalised by the Australian Energy Market Commission (AEMC). The reforms will obligate power network companies to make their networks ‘smarter’ and their businesses solar- and battery friendly. A key part of the changes will […]
admin · 8/12/2021
ArchitectureReddymade and Ai Weiwei add hexagonal extension to Salt Point home
Architecture studio Reddymade has collaborated with Chinese artist and activist Ai Weiwei to design a corrugated metal extension with hexagonal ends for a weekend home in Salt Point, New York. The local studio drew on the hexagonal plan of the original 1980s home to create the minimal, linear form of Salt Point Residence, with 185 […]
admin · 8/11/2021
Construction NewsConversations with Changing Streams: Sources and Uses of Plastic in Construction
<p>Catch up on the second of our monthly webinars hosted by Brendon Kenny. Were we explored the sources and uses of plastics within the construction sector with our guest speakers Chloe Bullock of Materialise Interiors, Lara Young of Costain, Professor Andrew Thomas and Daniel Evans of Reelbrands.</p> <p>The post <a rel="nofollow" href="https://www.changingstreams.org/conversations-with-changing-streams-sources-and-uses-of-plastic-in-construction/">Conversations with Changing Streams: Sources and Uses of Plastic in Construction</a> appeared first on <a rel="nofollow" href="https://www.changingstreams.org">Changing Streams</a>.</p>
admin · 8/4/2021
HealthEpisode Nine: Climate Change and the Construction Industry. Plus How This Group of Leaders are Helping with Health Issues
At the time of releasing this episode, wildfires have been raging again in Greece and temperatures have become unbearable across parts of the States, it really is impossible to avoid the issue of climate change. Pete The Builder talks to Steve Randall about how this affects the construction industry and how you and your team can best […]
Jackie De Burca · 7/30/2021
Zero emissions aquatic centre set for Melbourne's west
Brimbank City Council will build an integrated energy system for what is reported to be Australia’s first zero emissions indoor leisure and aquatic centre in Melbourne’s west. The aquatic centre is part of the new $60+ million Brimbank Aquatic and Wellness Centre, which Brimbank is building in Keilor Downs to replace the former St Albans […]
admin · 7/29/2021
ApprenticeshipsSkills shortage issue resolved by Creating Enterprise in North Wales
Headlines like Long COVID and Skills Shortages Means a Tough Winter for Construction Industry, and, Demand for Construction Workers close to a 20-year High, is a small sample of some of the UK articles about the skills shortage issue in the construction industry. Skills shortage is at its worst since 2007 In fact, even before […]
Jackie De Burca · 7/28/2021
Solar vs wind: the race to power up sustainable energy
Renewables are on the agenda for organisations, consumers and governments alike. A few years ago, convincing stakeholders of the virtues of renewables was an uphill battle, but now they’re seen as imperative. And while the collective conscious has embraced the concept of renewables, questions remain. What’s the best source of renewable energy? Is it the […]
admin · 7/28/2021
Energy from Waste Conference postponed
In light of the uncertainty relating to COVID-19 restrictions and lockdowns, the Waste Management and Resource Recovery Association of Australia (WMRR) has moved its 2021 Energy from Waste (EfW) Conference from 17–18 August to November 2021 (exact dates to be confirmed). The event organisers want to ensure that those in the waste and resource recovery […]
admin · 7/28/2021
ArchitectureInterview with Daniel Jaconetti, National Sustainable Design Leader at HED
Associate | Architecture | National Sustainable Design Leader at HED Ahead of Daniel’s interview with Henry McDonald which will be broadcast on Episode 10 on 17th August, I caught up for a quick chat with Daniel Jaconetti. What led you, Daniel Jaconetti, into sustainable architecture? Growing up in the wooded Hudson Valley of New York […]
Jackie De Burca · 7/26/2021
TechnologyMitigating cybersecurity risks in the construction industry
A growing threat is quietly emerging across the construction sector. As threat varieties evolve in sophistication, and become even more malicious and numbered online, the roles of prevention and protection against cybercrime cannot be understated. Cyber vulnerability is an issue that many construction firms might overlook, but a robust cybersecurity strategy can be the difference between costly […]
admin · 7/26/2021
Net ZeroBoost to heavy industry's net-zero transition
Net-zero transition led by Australian Industry Energy Transitions Initiative The Australian Industry Energy Transitions Initiative (Australian Industry ETI) focuses on reducing supply chain emissions across five sectors: iron and steel; aluminium; LNG; other metals, including copper, nickel and lithium; and chemicals, such as fertilisers and explosives. It aims to support Australian industry to realise the […]
admin · 7/25/2021
Architecture"Great design isn't enough. We need homes that will get us to net-zero"
By Geraldine de Boisse To reduce carbon emissions, architects and designers need to change the way they design homes, writes Geraldine de Boisse, vice president of innovation at renewable-energy supplier Bulb. “Great design isn’t enough. We need homes that will get us to net-zero.” The way we live and work has changed. While we might […]
admin · 7/23/2021
SustainabilityAWRE 2021 cancelled following lockdown extensions
The Australian Waste & Recycling Expo AWRE 2021 — scheduled for 25–26 August — has been cancelled due to the unfolding COVID-19 situation across the nation. Representing the national waste and recycling community, AWRE brings together exhibitors and visitors from states across Australia. The extension of the lockdowns in New South Wales, Victoria and most […]
admin · 7/22/2021
Renewable EnergyBusiness park powers site with solar, battery, microgrid solution
Peel Business Park is a 1000-hectare industrial estate being developed in Nambeelup, WA. Due to the remoteness of the area, an existing power connection to the traditional grid did not exist — an onsite, behind-the-meter solar and battery solution was highlighted as the most cost-effective, reliable and green alternative. The renewable energy solution includes a […]
admin · 7/22/2021
Sustainability83rd WIOA Victorian Water Industry Operations Conference and Exhibition
The Water Industry Operators Association of Australia (WIOA) is pleased to bring the Annual Water Operations Conference and Exhibition to Bendigo from 1–2 September 2021. The conference and exhibition provide a forum for people undertaking operational roles in the water, wastewater and recycled water industries to update knowledge and skills through interaction with other water […]
admin · 7/21/2021