CPD: Materials management plans

UK construction is under growing pressure to deliver projects more sustainably while simultaneously reducing waste, lowering carbon emissions and controlling escalating development costs. Developers and contractors are increasingly expected to… The post CPD: Materials management plans appeared first on Construction Management.

Sir Robert McAlpine reports sustainability success

Sir Robert McAlpine has reported on the results of a five year sustainability strategy, showing a 33% reduction in carbon emissions and that 98% of waste materials were diverted from landfill.

Why More Drivers Are Investing in Home EV Charging

The post Why More Drivers Are Investing in Home EV Charging appeared first on UK Construction Blog. Electric vehicles are no longer a niche choice for early adopters. They’re becoming part of the everyday motoring landscape, and with that shift has come a change in how drivers think about refuelling. For many, the real appeal of driving electric isn’t just lower emissions or quieter journeys. It’s the ability to charge at home, […]

The slow charge to net zero plant

Despite longstanding calls to cut emissions, progress is glacial – would government support spark action? The post The slow charge to net zero plant appeared first on Construction News.

Speedy approves Syntech Biofuel

Speedy Hire has approved Syntech's ASB B100, a UK-sourced 100% waste vegetable oil based biofuel, for use across its full range. The decision means customers can benefit from full fuel duty relief, as well as cutting their carbon emissions.

DW Planet A - How to fix the world's concrete problem, 28012022

Concrete is simple, cheap, strong and lasts long. But the wonder material that's all around us is responsible for 8% of global CO2 emissions — and it's not easy to change that. So how can we build cities without killing the planet?

What if there were 1 trillion more trees? - TED ED Animation

How can trees help in the fight against climate change? Dig into the efforts to rebuild damaged ecosystems and reduce carbon emissions.

BSI - How a fast-track standard helps reduce infrastructure carbon emissions

This article provide a high level summary about the PAS 2080 standard and the benefits

Building Magazine - Carbon neutrality and the law, 24052021

For the government’s stringent emissions targets to be met will require not only further legislation but also changes in contract clauses and regulatory practices

Greener Upgrades in Construction City Centres - Published by Aggreko

The supply of temporary power and temperature control to major city construction projects is essential for sustainable recovery and growth. This issue is especially important as the sector hits its highest rate of activity in 24 years.1

Does anyone have an example of a management plan or recommendation report for reducing carbon emissions from the construction process please?

What strategies have you found most effective to engage people working on construction projects to reduce carbon emissions?