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UK must embrace timber construction to meet climate and housing goals, say industry leaders
Built environment leaders delivered a unified message – ‘timber can meet climate and housing goals now’ – at the recent UK Timber Design Conference in London. Sustainable developers, architects, engineers and construction experts are calling on the Government to supercharge its housing goals by backing timber in construction – fully recognising
PAS 2035:2023 in Practice – What the Updates Mean for Retrofit Professionals & Industry
Summer retrofit: Why cooler homes matter too
Gary Lawson, managing director at Sustainable Building Services (UK) Ltd, explains how retrofit helps homes remain comfortable year-round using smart design and communication As the UK’s climate grows warmer and more unpredictable, home comfort is no longer just a winter concern. The rise in summer temperatures is making overheating a more
Building Regulation changes focus on sealant tapes for energy efficiency
Changes to Part L of the Building Regulations which come into effect from June 2022, will see the provision for stricter standards and compliance procedures around energy and ventilation performance, contributing towards a roadmap to a net zero carbon future and new homes designed and built in-line with stricter carbon