The UK’s first verification scheme which independently measures the outcome of domestic energy saving retrofits has been launched by the National Energy Foundation (NEF). The SuperHomes Network and Rating Scheme has been redeveloped as part of NEF’s mission to promote sustainable housing and to reduce greenhouse gas emissions from existing UK
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‘Green concrete’ concept wins major award
A project piloted at the University of Bradford to create ‘green concrete’ which vastly reduces CO2 production has won a major award. The GreenLegoUse project to create ‘demountable’ concrete blocks has won its category in this year’s Newton Prize Fund awards. The Newton Fund develops science and innovation partnerships that promote
Designing low carbon buildings – new toolkit from Swansea experiences
Cooling: hidden threat for climate change and sustainable goals
A new study, led by the University of Oxford and published recently in Nature Sustainability, sets out a framework for delivering sustainable cooling. It also examines cooling needs in the context of sustainable development, and finds that this is a global blind spot. ‘Cooling is essential to human well-being and health,
‘ClearSkies’ certification mark launched for solid fuel stoves
A new objective and independent emissions and energy performance certification mark for solid fuel stoves and fireplaces that clearly demonstrates appliance manufacturers’ commitment to improving air quality has been welcomed by government. Commenting on the new clearSkies scheme a spokesperson for Defra said: “We welcome this launch of the