Sustainability

Articles and podcasts about Sustainability in the built environment

Templeton takes on Passive House principles

By Kathleen Freimond The condo and townhome project will be built on a 33,000 square feet site at 2204 East 1st Avenue. As the Grandview-Woodlands neighbourhood transforms to take advantage of increasing property values and the Broadway Subway, an extension of the SkyTrain’s Millennium Line, Dimex Group is also looking to the future by applying […]

admin · 7/18/2021

Sustainability

Hydrant bikini set to solve soiling issues

A fire hydrant protection device being trialled by Urban Utilities could significantly reduce maintenance costs and extend the life of hydrants for years. The new ant and debris barrier, known as the ‘hydrant bikini’, was presented by Steve Ellwood from Urban Utilities’ infrastructure maintenance team at the company’s CEO Innovation Hour — a forum where […]

admin · 7/18/2021

Construction News

The implications of plastic pollution as seen by oceanographer and Changing Streams Co-Founder and Director Professor Jonathan Sharples

A healthy ocean is fundamental to our existence. That is not hyperbole – life on our planet is fundamentally dependent on having a healthy ocean. When we think about what a healthy ocean provides for us, the focus is understandably on fish. Certainly, fish are a vital source of food for people, but a healthy […] The post <a rel="nofollow" href="https://www.changingstreams.org/the-implications-of-plastic-pollution-as-seen-by-oceanographer-and-changing-streams-co-founder-and-director-professor-jonathan-sharples/">The implications of plastic pollution as seen by oceanographer and Changing Streams Co-Founder and Director Professor Jonathan Sharples</a> appeared first on <a rel="nofollow" href="https://www.changingstreams.org">Changing Streams</a>.

admin · 7/16/2021

Sustainability

ABB wins contract to support Sydney Water infrastructure project

ABB has been awarded a contract for a range of drive and motor products and services as part of Sydney Water’s Prospect South to Macarthur (ProMac) water and wastewater infrastructure project. With Greater Sydney’s population expected to reach ~8 million by 2036, the city’s existing water network will be stretched beyond capacity. Via the ProMac […]

admin · 7/15/2021

Passivhaus

Can a Passivhaus change your life? Residents at Wootton Wawen tell us

I have asthma and am sensitive to my environment so I have been thinking about what life might be like if I were to live in a Passivhaus. Right now I frequently have to use my inhaler and am also suffering from skin problems. I believe these are all related to my very sensitive system […]

Jackie De Burca · 7/15/2021

Renewable Energy

Predicting power generation from wind and solar

Machine-learning technology is being used to accurately predict energy generation from wind and solar for integration with the national grid, as part of a collaboration between Monash University’s Grid Innovation Hub, Worley and Palisade Energy. The Australian Renewable Energy Agency (ARENA)-funded project aims to provide wind and solar power generators with more accurate and reliable […]

admin · 7/14/2021

Economy

Episode Eight: Understand Mixed Reality and its Commercial Uses Easily with Architect, James Lee Burgess

20th July 2021: Release Date Understand Mixed Reality and its Commercial Uses Easily with Architect, James Lee Burgess. Pete The Builder Discusses the Huge Challenge of the Rising Costs of Materials Architect, James Lee Burgess, explains what is Mixed Reality in an accessible way. If you are hoping to understand MR this is an easy […]

Jackie De Burca · 7/13/2021

Sustainability

500 Collins Street achieves Platinum WELL Certification

A well-recognised Melbourne CBD office tower has achieved WELL Certification at the Platinum level, positioning it as an industry leader in the advancement of health and wellbeing in older buildings. The tower, located at 500 Collins Street, is reported to be the first existing building in Australia to achieve the accolade. WELL Certification is […]

admin · 7/13/2021

Cities

Bristol & Bath Regional Capital make it onto NatWest's Top 100 UK Social Enterprises 2021

In a stunning web presentation over at The Pioneer Post, Top 100 UK social enterprises revealed: NatWest SE100 2021. The top 100 includes British social enterprises that range from sustainable neighbourhoods to food that fights loneliness, to clothing brands and community cafés. Constructive Voices is covering those that relate to construction, place, community and sustainability […]

Jackie De Burca · 7/9/2021

Environment

Ireland's favourite TV builder, Peter Finn, talks about The Green Scene in Ireland

Climate change has undoubtedly been one of the most pressing matters in recent years. And whether you’re an ordinary citizen or a top conglomerate, every single positive action matters. In this episode of Constructive Voices, Pete the Builder talks to Steve Randall and talks about Ireland’s Green Scene- specifically, the green revolution that has taken […]

Jackie De Burca · 6/28/2021

Cities

Episode Five: Prof. Michael Parkinson. C.B.E. speaks about the proposed Everton football stadium project

8th June 2021: Professor Michael Parkinson. C.B.E. speaks about the proposed Everton football stadium project. Pete The Builder talks to Steve about The Green Scene in Ireland. Talking to top journalist and presenter, Henry McDonald. Prof. Michael Parkinson delivers a superb interview that investigates the proposed Everton stadium project as well as delving into Liverpool’s […]

Jackie De Burca · 6/7/2021

Construction News

Changing Streams Founder in My Planet Liverpool Magazine

Every second breath we take comes from the ocean. However, our oceans are being polluted more and more by plastic waste every day. This recent article by My Planet Liverpool showcases how Neal Maxwell, Founder of Changing Streams came to set up the non-profit organisation, after his eye-opening trip to the Artic Ocean. The article […] The post <a rel="nofollow" href="https://www.changingstreams.org/changing-streams-founder-in-my-planet-liverpool-magazine/">Changing Streams Founder in My Planet Liverpool Magazine</a> appeared first on <a rel="nofollow" href="https://www.changingstreams.org">Changing Streams</a>.

admin · 4/12/2021

Construction News

Introducing our Changing Streams YouTube channel

Our YouTube channel launches today and will allow subscribers to access recordings of the latest webinars and discussions along with videos to help educate and inform as they start their journey to reduce plastic use. To launch our YouTube Channel you can find out more about out our ‘Why’ in our first video The post <a rel="nofollow" href="https://www.changingstreams.org/introducing-our-changing-streams-youtube-channel/">Introducing our Changing Streams YouTube channel</a> appeared first on <a rel="nofollow" href="https://www.changingstreams.org">Changing Streams</a>.

admin · 4/8/2021

Construction News

Baltic Creative CIC starts its journey as a member of Changing Streams

Changing Streams is delighted to welcome Mark Lawler and his team from Baltic Creative Community Interest Company (CIC) as members. Established in 2009, Baltic Creative builds and supports creative and digital communities and now owns and manages over 120,000sq/ft of flexible, affordable workspaces – housing over 170 businesses operating in the creative and digital industries. […] The post <a rel="nofollow" href="https://www.changingstreams.org/baltic-creative-cic-starts-its-journey-as-a-member-of-changing-streams/">Baltic Creative CIC starts its journey as a member of Changing Streams</a> appeared first on <a rel="nofollow" href="https://www.changingstreams.org">Changing Streams</a>.

admin · 3/25/2021

Construction News

Is it time to change our use of plastic in construction?

As questions continue to be asked about the suitability and safety of existing building materials is it time, not only to outlaw the use of certain products, but to consider their content and impact on health, safety and the very existence of life as a whole? In light of the Grenfell Tower disaster, the government […] The post <a rel="nofollow" href="https://www.changingstreams.org/is-it-time-to-change-our-use-of-plastic-in-construction/">Is it time to change our use of plastic in construction?</a> appeared first on <a rel="nofollow" href="https://www.changingstreams.org">Changing Streams</a>.

admin · 1/29/2021

Construction News

Arup Liverpool strikes partnership deal with Changing Streams to accelerate plastic-free future

Changing Streams has partnered with Arup’s Liverpool office to help drive forward its mission to reduce the use of plastic across the construction industry. The partnership will bring together Arup’s sustainability experts and Changing Stream’s researchers to identify where sustainable plastic-free alternatives can be used in the construction industry’s supply chain to help the sector […] The post <a rel="nofollow" href="https://www.changingstreams.org/arup-liverpool-strikes-partnership-deal-with-changing-streams-to-accelerate-plastic-free-future/">Arup Liverpool strikes partnership deal with Changing Streams to accelerate plastic-free future</a> appeared first on <a rel="nofollow" href="https://www.changingstreams.org">Changing Streams</a>.

admin · 1/25/2021

Construction News

Amanda Keetley joins Changing Streams as an Ambassador

Changing Streams is delighted to welcome Amanda Keetley as an ambassador. The core values for Changing Streams represent our collective desire to considerably reduce the use of plastic in both packaging and materials within the construction sector. The ongoing climate crisis is one that cannot be ignored, with continuous action required to make the world […] The post <a rel="nofollow" href="https://www.changingstreams.org/amanda-keetley-joins-changing-streams-as-an-ambassador/">Amanda Keetley joins Changing Streams as an Ambassador</a> appeared first on <a rel="nofollow" href="https://www.changingstreams.org">Changing Streams</a>.

admin · 11/19/2020

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