Novus starts Loughborough STEM campus transformation

Fit out contractor Novus Property Solutions has started work on a £4.2m contract at Loughborough University to turn two buildings into a specialist digitally-focused facility.

Built for Better: ESG round-up – biodiversity, nature and environmental stewardship

Protecting and enhancing natural ecosystems is an increasing focus across construction projects. This edition highlights how the industry is integrating biodiversity, nature-based solutions and environmental responsibility into project delivery. Nature The post Built for Better: ESG round-up – biodiversity, nature and environmental stewardship appeared first on Construction Industry Federation.

Global buys Pier, goes modular

Scottish energy and infrastructure specialist Global has acquired Pier Solutions, and will launch a new division, Global Modular, its first move into modular construction.

Commercial Roofing Solutions with Johns Manville (JM)

At JM, our values shape every project we support, from manufacturing to installation. Our Specification team provides support in the areas of planning, construction documents, and accredited lunch and learns. The post Commercial Roofing Solutions with Johns Manville (JM) appeared first on Construction Specifier.

Costain named on Gatwick civils and buildings frameworks

Infrastructure solutions company Costain has been awarded a place on two framework contracts with London Gatwick Airport. The post Costain named on Gatwick civils and buildings frameworks appeared first on New Civil Engineer.

How to prepare your contract for NEC3/4 weather events - An article by Luke Parham of GVE Commercial solutions

An update on the changes between how NEC3 and NEC4 deal with the risk of extreme weather.

How to cool a warming world | The Economist

The warmer it gets, the more people use air conditioning—but the more people use air conditioning, the warmer it gets. Is there any way out of this trap?