Intelligence

Ben Towe, Chair of the Light Steel Frame Association, stresses why we need to embrace circularity

Exolon Group co-operates with Pekutherm in a closed-loop cycle of recycling thermoplastics to save tonnes of CO2

Scott Wilson, B&W’s Head of Sustainability, says ‘carbon neutral’ and ‘net zero’ have become buzzwords in the construction industry – but what does it all mean?

With the need to implement sustainable drainage systems (SuDS) soon to be a legal requirement in England, ACO has produced a guide covering the principles of sustainable drainage.

The Insulation Manufacturers Association (IMA) has fears that millions of homes that need to be upgraded for energy and heat efficiency are being forgotten about.

CABE’s Built Environment series returns for 2024 with an impressive line-up. Here’s a little of what you can expect of June’s technical conferences in England and Wales

The reporter believes design responsibility for steel to concrete connections should be shared between the responsible designers of both materials

Project management is a big player in the UK economy. Huw Morris reports on how competence is driving the profession to ever higher standards.

Moira Shaftoe, Head of Professional Institutions and Partnerships at EngineeringUK, says securing the future engineering and technology workforce is vital

The role of the building inspector is set to change this month, but how is this change being perceived? Peter Crush investigates

There are significant flaws in the current system for reviewing local plans, which are vital for sustainable development and growth, says Simon Coop, Senior Director at Lichfields.

CABE 2024 award winner Architectural Conservation Professionals (ACP) believes in leading by example and sharing historical knowledge

The raft of regulations can leave people feeling confused about their dutyholder roles and responsibilities. Denise Chevin clarifies

The CABE Built Environment Awards 2024 celebrate the successes of projects and people across the industry

EDocuments notes that clear and concise handover information continues to pose a challenge for the construction industry – especially with data being generated in ever-increasing volumes

Davon’s David Norman says a new law promises reform on planning delays, but will it be acted upon? He discusses the Levelling-up and Regeneration Act 2023.

Cooper Reed’s Steve McGrill MCABE Chartered Building Engineer has completed a study into essential fire safety systems in open-plan layouts. Here are his findings.

Fire Industry Association’s Will Lloyd and Robert Thilthorpe discuss what fire detection and warning systems should be in place for different types of building with David Adams