All Sustainability articles – Page 132
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FeaturesMaking BREEAM robust
For too long, designers have been able to get top BREEAM ratings by adding recycling space and bike racks. Now the green assessment tool is toughening up its act with mandatory levels for energy and water use – and a new rank above ‘excellent’.
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Solar panel planning rules to change from April
Caroline Flint announces domestic solar panels will no longer need planning permission
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Part L enforcement 'shambolic' claims industry body
Leading M&E associations claiming that enforcement of regulations isn't happening, and raise fears over EPC enforcement. Building Control defends its record
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NewsDarling reveals 2019 zero-carbon timeline for non-domestic buildings
Budget announcement gets mixed response from industry. UKGBC says it is missing opportunities to improve existing stock
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NewsGovernment confirms EPC changes
Transitional period introduced which delays the need for a certificate until October for buildings on the market. Response to concerns over the number of assessor
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NewsMasdar HQ to generate its own power during construction
The Abu Dhabi scheme's 72,000 sq m roof to provide power during the build as well as shade for the worker
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UK gets its first degree in sustainable construction
Online BSc based in Highlands hopes to draw professionals from across UK
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NewsRenewable energy lessons from Austria
ESD and Crest Nicholson team up for Austrian energy to learn about renewable energy and passivhaus design
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The windmill makes a comeback on the Sussex coast
Seaford scheme include a 16-metre sail model windmill which will provide power for 15 homes. Developer vows to take on the Nimbies
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NewsHips for new homes must rate sustainability
Rating against the Code for Sustainable Homes to become compulsory in information packs for new-build properties
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NewsFaithful + Gould green expert on schools - video
Environmental costs expert Sean Lockie, a director at F+G, discuss his firm’s work on lowering the carbon footprint of school buildings
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NewsFirst BREEAM award for Wales
Pembrokeshire College amongst winners of the first BREEAM Awards for Wales
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NewsCall to extend Heathrow consultation
London Assembley wants government to extend deadline for discussing plans to expand Heathrow airport
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NewsEnergy+ promises positive eco-effect
SOM's Paris building produces 20% more energy than it consumes
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NewsEnglish eco towns set to fail, declares Scotland’s minister
Stewart Maxwell says unlike England, developers in Scotland will be unable to resubmit failed bids
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NewsNatural materials on show at Ecobuild
Ecobuild brings a flavour of Morocco (via the West Country) with mud houses
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Minister hints at zero carbon tax reforms in Budget
Phil Woolas, the environment minister, has hinted at changes in stamp duty rules for zero-carbon homes in next week’s budget.