Why Modern Construction Projects Require Smarter Plumbing Planning

The post Why Modern Construction Projects Require Smarter Plumbing Planning appeared first on UK Construction Blog. Construction endeavors are getting increasingly complex in nature. It is now expected from modern buildings to perform well in terms of energy efficiency, durability, occupant comfort levels, efficiency and comply with relevant regulations. While maintaining structural stability and integrity is of utmost importance, the success of today’s construction project cannot be determined based on what […]

Investors pivoting to infrastructure amid energy insecurities, Knight Frank reports

A report by the consultancy reveals that 24% of real estate investors either have or expect to have infrastructure exposure by the end of 2026. The post Investors pivoting to infrastructure amid energy insecurities, Knight Frank reports appeared first on Property Week.

New government strategy sets out priorities in defending energy from cyber threats

The UK Government has published a four‑year strategy aimed at strengthening cyber security across the country’s energy system as it undergoes rapid decarbonisation and digitalisation. The post New government strategy sets out priorities in defending energy from cyber threats appeared first on New Civil Engineer.

C-suite openings at Balfour Beatty amid divisional shake-up

Balfour Beatty is looking for new executives as it reconfigures its UK transport, energy and defence divisions. The post C-suite openings at Balfour Beatty amid divisional shake-up appeared first on Construction Management.

Gleeds wins expanded Hinkley Point role

EDF Energy has selected Gleeds to provide commercial and programme management services to Hinkley Point C (HPC) under the new professional services framework.

Advancing Circular Construction

Efficiency of new buildings in the UK has been improving. While the operational energy progress on embodied carbon, the lifecycle emissions of the materials and components within buildings, has been much slower.

Case study: Major retail chain guided to use more renewable energy

250 GWh of energy from renewable sources per year 17 PPA counterparties proposed projects c.50% total volume through corporate Power Purchase Agreements (PPA)

The B1M - Canada’s $30BN Gamble To Become An Energy Superpower 19072023

It's one of North America's biggest megaprojects, but you've probably never heard of it. The B1M highlights Canada's first Liquified Natural Gas scheme — set to cost more than CAD $40BN in total A new 670km pipeline that runs all the way from the source up in Dawson Creek to

Just Have a Think - Energy storage in oxygen 18062023

Energy storage is a key element of grid decarbonisation. Developers all over the world are looking for ways to supplement the hard work currently being shouldered predominantly by lithium-ion technology. Now a team of researchers in Vienna has shown us how we can reliably move electrons using oxygen as the main source

Just Have a Think - Have we got enough minerals? 02072023

Will batteries for hundreds of millions of future electric vehicles rob the planet of all its precious minerals? And what about all the minerals and materials for billions of wind turbines and solar panels? Can our planet really cope with the transition away from fossil fuels and will that transition really be 'sustainable'?

Should I get an Energy Retrofit Scan for any aging NYC Building?

To what extent do you think the industry properly considers renewable energy at the design stage of a project and how can this be influenced?

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