Waste crime crackdown sees construction and asbestos firms targeted

Firms dealing with construction waste and asbestos have been targeted in a crackdown by the Environment Agency. Watford-based PB Donoghue Construction was among the firms inspected during Operation Unite, an 18-week campaign launched in March. The Environment Agency said its teams attended PB Donoghue Construction’s… The post Waste crime crackdown sees construction and asbestos firms targeted appeared first on Construction News.

Modern Construction Trends That Are Shaping the Future of Building

Discover how modern construction is transforming the building industry through sustainable materials, smart technologies, modular methods, and innovative design. Learn about the latest trends shaping safer, more efficient, and future-ready residential and commercial spaces.

Rail could be key to unlocking recycling potential in the lower South Island

The Environmental Innovation Centre (EIC) debates the possible benefits of using the rail network to transport waste construction materials to established processing facilities in the lower South Island. The Dunedin area currently has limited local recycling and recovery options for certain construction waste materials, such as treated timber, fibre cement board, PVC and HDPE pipes, […] The post Rail could be key to unlocking recycling potential in the lower South Island appeared first on Building Today.

Ward Expands with Four New Sites across the Midlands and Yorkshire

Metal recycling and waste management specialist, Ward, has acquired four new sites to increase its metal processing and waste management capabilities nationally, supporting its ambitious growth plans.

The asbestos disposal blind spot for small contractors and DIYers

The Environmental Innovation Centre (EIC) investigates the lack of information and asbestos disposal options for the New Zealand public. “Where can I recycle different construction waste materials in New Zealand?” This is the question the Environmental Innovation Centre (EIC) set out to answer when developing its new “Recycling Services Finder” on the WasteHub website — […] The post The asbestos disposal blind spot for small contractors and DIYers appeared first on Building Today.

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