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FeaturesHow construction can (help to) save the world, part 2
Continuing our series featuring proposals from industry experts on how to tackle the climate crisis with action, here are several that take a materials-focused approach
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FeaturesHow construction can (help to) save the world
As part of our countdown to the Cop26 conference in Glasgow in November, we put out a call across the industry asking people to identify one idea that could effect positive change. This is the first in a series of their responses
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FeaturesSteel sustainability FAQs
The British Constructional Steelwork Association and Steel for Life, with the support of the Steel Construction Institute, have produced answers to 11 frequently asked questions from specifiers on steel, sustainability and climate change聽
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CommentCountdown to COP26: Timber is a panacea but use it wisely
Timber is widely regarded as the obvious solution in the quest for a sustainable construction material, but it is not as simple as that聽
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FeaturesWolfson College, Oxford: first-class graduates in energy efficiency
Wolfson College in Oxford has set out to cut 75% of emissions on its main estate by March next year and plans to be net zero by 2030
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FeaturesKingston Cycle Hub: no ordinary bike shed
Kingston council has spent 拢32m upgrading the borough鈥檚 cycling facilities, including a聽stylish storage hub beside the railway station with secure space for 400 bicycles. Could this be the direction of travel across the country?聽聽
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FeaturesWhat are we going to do about concrete?
One of the most versatile materials on the planet, concrete is also one of the most polluting. But pressure is growing on the cement industry to come up with ways to reduce its carbon footprint
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CommentCountdown to COP26: Getting back to nature should be the first consideration of sustainable design
There are many challenges when building in an urban setting, but resolving them using on-site natural resources is good for the environment and good for the wellbeing of those who live or work there
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NewsArchitect proposes 鈥榣ive鈥� material passports to reduce construction waste
Orms initiative would allow data on materials within existing buildings to be scanned with phones
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NewsLevitt Bernstein given green light for 拢22m Passivhaus housing scheme
Newham scheme designed with small windows to reduce overheating
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FeaturesExplainer: the proposed Future 星空传媒s Standard in detail
Long-awaited proposals to make non-domestic buildings greener and more efficient are now out for consultation
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FeaturesWhat the Future 星空传媒s Standard means for the industry
The consultation on reducing energy use in non domestic buildings has been a long time coming. We examine the implications of the main proposals
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CommentThe turning point of 2020
By opening our eyes to the vulnerability of humanity covid has also forced us to confront the challenge of climate change, says KPMG鈥檚 Richard Threlfall
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CommentA rehabilitated PFI could drive sustainable construction
PFI had its incentives all wrong, but a laser-like focus on buildings鈥� operational efficiency could change all that, says ISG鈥檚 Debbie Hobbs
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NewsFour chasing first deal at Grosvenor鈥檚 拢500m homes scheme in Bermondsey
South London job designed by KPF
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Features5 minutes with 鈥� Paul Toyne at Grimshaw
Grimshaw鈥檚 sustainability advisor trained as an ecologist and has a butterfly named after him聽
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CommentIs the chancellor鈥檚 summer statement draught proof?
This government must avoid fiscal bursts that could damage long-term investment in a low carbon economy, says UKGBC鈥檚 Julie Hirigoyen聽
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NewsGrosvenor gets green light for 拢500m homes at former biscuit factory
South London job designed by KPF
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NewsDeveloper gets green light for zero carbon Tower Bridge office
Fore behind revamp of 1990s building
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NewsMace targets net zero carbon mark this year
Firm to cut energy use and pare back business travel
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