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Construction NewsUKGBC responds to Government’s Environment Bill
<p>The UK Green Building Council (UKGBC) has today responded to the Government’s Environment Bill receiving royal assent.</p> <p>The post <a rel="nofollow" href="https://www.ukgbc.org/news/ukgbc-responds-to-governments-environment-bill/">UKGBC responds to Government’s Environment Bill</a> appeared first on <a rel="nofollow" href="https://www.ukgbc.org">UKGBC - UK Green Building Council</a>.</p>
admin · 11/10/2021
Construction NewsWhy UKGBC Scotland? Reflecting on the Scotland launch
<p>David Steen, Scotland Policy Advisor, at UKGBC, reflects on the launch of UKGBC Scotland at COP26. </p> <p>The post <a rel="nofollow" href="https://www.ukgbc.org/news/why-ukgbc-scotland-reflecting-on-the-scotland-launch/">Why UKGBC Scotland? Reflecting on the Scotland launch</a> appeared first on <a rel="nofollow" href="https://www.ukgbc.org">UKGBC - UK Green Building Council</a>.</p>
admin · 11/9/2021
Construction NewsLooking at the bigger picture – how building control can bridge the skills gap
With nearly 30 years’ experience in the Building Control Sector, Paul Armstrong left his role as an Approved Inspector (AI) at Assent Building Control to return to university, in order to pursue post graduate studies in education. On completion, the opportunity arose to develop the Assent Training Academy, a position that allows him to […]
admin · 11/8/2021
Construction NewsUKGBC launches report on financing the built asset adaptation gap
<p>As part of the IGNITION project, UKGBC has published a short report that details opportunities for, and barriers to, financing Nature-based Solutions (NBS) for climate adaptation. </p> <p>The post <a rel="nofollow" href="https://www.ukgbc.org/news/ukgbc-launches-report-on-financing-the-built-asset-adaptation-gap/">UKGBC launches report on financing the built asset adaptation gap</a> appeared first on <a rel="nofollow" href="https://www.ukgbc.org">UKGBC - UK Green Building Council</a>.</p>
admin · 11/8/2021
Construction NewsHow a Circular Economy Can Fight Biodiversity Loss
<p>UKGBC's Sustainability Advisor, Kai Liebetanz reflects on the relationship between Biodiversity and a Circular Economy on Nature Day at COP26. </p> <p>The post <a rel="nofollow" href="https://www.ukgbc.org/news/how-a-circular-economy-can-fight-biodiversity-loss/">How a Circular Economy Can Fight Biodiversity Loss</a> appeared first on <a rel="nofollow" href="https://www.ukgbc.org">UKGBC - UK Green Building Council</a>.</p>
admin · 11/6/2021
Construction NewsGRAHAM completes £13m water treatment investment at Drumaroad Water Treatment Works
Civil engineering specialist GRAHAM has completed a project to improve the security of water supplies for Co Down and Belfast at Drumaroad Water Treatment Works, Castlewellan, in Northern Ireland. The scheme, delivered for Northern Ireland Water, is one of the largest improvement projects carried out in recent years and will bring a range of benefits […]
admin · 11/5/2021
Construction NewsUK Green Building Council launches new network in Scotland
<p>The UK Green Building Council (UKGBC) has today announced a new network based in Scotland to support and drive the sustainability of the Scottish Built Environment. </p> <p>The post <a rel="nofollow" href="https://www.ukgbc.org/news/uk-green-building-council-launches-new-network-in-scotland/">UK Green Building Council launches new network in Scotland</a> appeared first on <a rel="nofollow" href="https://www.ukgbc.org">UKGBC - UK Green Building Council</a>.</p>
admin · 11/4/2021
Construction NewsUKGBC responds to Chancellor’s plans for world’s first net zero financial centre
<p>The UK Green Building Council (UKGBC) has today responded to the Chancellor’s plans for the UK to be the world’s first net zero financial centre. </p> <p>The post <a rel="nofollow" href="https://www.ukgbc.org/news/ukgbc-responds-to-chancellors-plans-for-worlds-first-net-zero-financial-centre/">UKGBC responds to Chancellor’s plans for world’s first net zero financial centre</a> appeared first on <a rel="nofollow" href="https://www.ukgbc.org">UKGBC - UK Green Building Council</a>.</p>
admin · 11/3/2021
Construction NewsCollaboration aims to decarbonise communities
Morgan Sindall Construction is collaborating with contingency power specialists Aggreko in an attempt to decarbonise construction sites across the UK. According to the National Federation of Builders’ 2019 Carbon Report, the UK’s construction industry accounted for 10% of national emissions that year. With the Government’s commitment to achieving net zero carbon emissions by 2050 pressing […]
admin · 11/3/2021
Construction NewsFeasibility of net-zero 2050 questioned by built environment sector
Widespread scepticism around the government’s current net-zero strategy amongst built environment professionals has been revealed by new research with 69% doubting its feasibility. The findings, published in the City of Tomorrow report by building performance analysts IES, found that more than half (51%) of those working in the sector believe that net-zero 2050 is only achievable […]
admin · 11/1/2021
Construction NewsUKGBC Accelerated Race to Zero hits Breakthrough Built Environment Targets
<p>The built environment is fast becoming a driving force behind global climate change mitigation efforts, Race to Zero announce. </p> <p>The post <a rel="nofollow" href="https://www.ukgbc.org/news/ukgbc-accelerated-race-to-zero-hits-breakthrough-built-environment-targets/">UKGBC Accelerated Race to Zero hits Breakthrough Built Environment Targets</a> appeared first on <a rel="nofollow" href="https://www.ukgbc.org">UKGBC - UK Green Building Council</a>.</p>
admin · 11/1/2021
Construction NewsKubota appoints FJS Plant as the first full-line dealer in Republic of Ireland
Kubota (UK) Ltd has announced that FJS Plant Repairs Ltd is to become the first Kubota full-line dealer in the Republic of Ireland, with effect from today (1st November). As a natural expansion of its existing Kubota construction dealership heritage, FJS based at Timahoe, in Co Kildare, will now be responsible for Kubota tractors and […]
admin · 11/1/2021
Construction NewsHelping build a better mental health support system
Stereotypically seen as a ‘strong man’s world’, the construction sector has some of the highest poor mental health rates. UK portable accommodation supplier, Elliott, has therefore looked to do its bit to help by partnering with Mates In Mind to put in place steps to support its colleagues with the hope of better mental health. […]
admin · 10/29/2021
Construction NewsChanging behaviour for safer working outcomes
The ability to understand and adapt human behaviour is a powerful tool in accident prevention says ZoneSafe General Manager, David Thomas. Could greater focus on this area make the UK construction sector safer? When safety incidents occur, it is rarely down to just one factor. As Reasons Swiss Cheese model illustrates, most accidents involve a […]
admin · 10/28/2021
Construction NewsConstruction industry reacts to Chancellor’s 2021 Autumn Budget
The construction industry is still poring over the finer details of today’s budget from Chancellor Rishi Sunak and what the wider implications are. In terms of the headline points, however, many within the sector have been quick to provide their first impressions of his announcement, including the unveiling of a £1.8bn fund to support the […]
admin · 10/27/2021
Construction NewsUKGBC responds to Government’s Budget and Spending Review
<p>The UK Green Building Council (UKGBC) has today responded to the Government’s Budget and two-year Spending Review. </p> <p>The post <a rel="nofollow" href="https://www.ukgbc.org/news/ukgbc-responds-to-governments-budget-and-spending-review/">UKGBC responds to Government’s Budget and Spending Review</a> appeared first on <a rel="nofollow" href="https://www.ukgbc.org">UKGBC - UK Green Building Council</a>.</p>
admin · 10/27/2021
Construction NewsWorks commence on new £4.8m primary school in Lichfield
Construction works have started on a new primary school in Fradley Park in Lichfield, Staffordshire. Midlands-based contractor G F Tomlinson is leading construction of the school, which will offer 210 primary and 26 nursery places to the local area when complete. A ground-breaking ceremony was held on site on 24th September to celebrate the start […]
admin · 10/27/2021
Construction NewsAlpine Works Limited – Scaling the heights with award win
The pandemic has presented businesses with some unique challenges but it has also brought the very best out of them too, as was the case with Alpine Works Limited, which played a key role early on in the crisis with its involvement on the Nightingale Hospital at ExCel London. The quality of its work on […]
admin · 10/26/2021
Construction NewsBuilding a substation the natural way
With a growing demand for increased biodiversity in all areas of construction, in this timely article, Brian Palmer, a Senior Civil Designer at Burns & McDonnell, looks at how substations can be built in a more environmental manner. Environmental deterioration has captured the world’s attention, there’s a growing focus on the impact of construction projects […]
admin · 10/26/2021
Construction NewsBuilt Environment Change Makers appointed to help shape the future of construction
A group of 12 young professionals from the built environment and construction sector have formed an alliance to make sure the voices of the next generation are heard in creating an inclusive industry that is fit for the future. The Built Environment Change Makers are supported by Construction Scotland Innovation Centre (CSIC) and represent the […]
admin · 10/25/2021
Construction NewsGovernment must have an industrial energy strategy
The construction industry is experiencing damaging material challenges due to worldwide shortages and rising costs of manufacture, raw materials, and shipping but energy prices may end up the nail in the coffin for many manufacturing businesses, especially in Britain. Richard Beresford, chief executive of the National Federation of Builders (NFB), said: “The Government must do […]
admin · 10/22/2021