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The steel industry is one of the top three contributors to CO2 emissions, with 70% of greenhouse gas emissions in the industry being linked to its use of coal as both a fuel and a reductant. Some of the themes and issues the steel industry is grappling with are playing out in the wider built […]
Following the release of Greenpeace’s report, ‘Trashed’, on the devastating consequences of UK plastic waste ending up in countries with insufficient recycling infrastructure such as Turkey, the North London Waste Authority (NLWA) calls on the UK Government to urgently invest in building the UK’s own recycling capacity as well as fast track legislation to ensure […]
The Automatic Door Suppliers Association (ADSA) has seen an increase in membership of more than 15 per cent – welcoming more members in 2020 than ever before. “Our industry has been incredibly resilient through these troubling times,” said ADSA’s Managing Director Ken Price. “Throughout the pandemic we have tried to be responsive and flexible to […]
In response to the construction industry’s drive to build a more sustainable future, Sika’s Roofing experts are hosting a live online launch event for its new Green Roof systems on 1 June 2021. All attendees will be in with a chance of winning their very own bee hotel. The launch will cover everything an architect […]
According to a study of Fact.MR, the global recycled asphalt market is set to expand at a healthy CAGR of over 4.5% through 2021. Growing demand for asphalt in using patch material and road aggregate due to its durability and cost-effectiveness will drive the demand of recycled asphalt. Rising concern towards global warning and usage […]
Global construction is in recovery, according to the Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors Global Construction Monitor. Its latest activity index, which measures current and expected workloads in residential, non-residential and infrastructure sectors, as well as company profit margins, rose to +14 in the first quarter of 2021 from +3 in the the 2020 fourth quarter. […]
Buildingspecifier found this blog from The Business Rescue Expert thought provoking. We present it to our readers and ask the question, ‘Has the Bounce Back Loans Scheme (BBLS) succeeded in preserving the vibrancy of commerce and in particular the construction sector?’. We would welcome your comments. Construction industry could cost the Treasury £4.2bn in BBLS […]
TN International gains BBA certification for its Börner roof waterproofing systems Global roofing specialist TN International has won BBA approval for its specification range of Börner bituminous roofing systems. Agrément Certificate No: 21/5879 is the first in a series of BBA certificates that cover the manufacturer’s key specification systems, focusing on torch-safe roofing options for […]
Royal Town Planning Institute (RTPI) Chief Executive Victoria Hills said: “Planning reform will impact communities across the country. This must be a positive process, to ensure that planners have the required support to plan the world we need. Planners are uniquely skilled to bring together communities, developers, infrastructure providers and local government to ensure new […]
Natalie Butler, Learning and Development Business Partner Polypipe Building Services Polypipe shows commitment to employees’ mental health during Mental Health Awareness Week 2021 Polypipe Building Services has announced its commitment to taking care of the mental health of its employees by recently adding four more Mental Health First Aiders. Kent-based building services specialist Polypipe […]
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