Sustainability Archives - Construction & Civil Engineering magazine https://ccemagazine.com/news/category/topics/sustainability/ Wed, 30 Apr 2025 12:56:38 +0000 en-GB hourly 1 https://wordpress.org/?v=6.8.1 https://ccemagazine.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/11/2022/10/cce-150x150.png Sustainability Archives - Construction & Civil Engineering magazine https://ccemagazine.com/news/category/topics/sustainability/ 32 32 Record-Setting Monopile Installed at £4bn East Anglia Wind Farm https://ccemagazine.com/news/record-setting-monopile-installed-at-4bn-east-anglia-wind-farm/ Wed, 30 Apr 2025 12:56:31 +0000 https://ccemagazine.com/?p=15854 The East Anglia THREE offshore wind farm project has begun with an impressive milestone: the successful installation of a record-breaking monopile foundation. Developed by ScottishPower Renewables, this £4 billion endeavor represents a major step forward in the United Kingdom’s renewable energy ambitions.

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]]> Subscribe to our free newsletter today to keep up to date with the latest construction and civil engineering news. The East Anglia THREE offshore wind farm project has begun with an impressive milestone: the successful installation of a record-breaking monopile foundation. Developed by ScottishPower Renewables, this £4 billion endeavor represents a major step forward in the United Kingdom’s…

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]]> New White Paper on Understanding PV and Fire Risk on Flat Roofs https://ccemagazine.com/news/new-white-paper-on-understanding-pv-and-fire-risk-on-flat-roofs/ Mon, 28 Apr 2025 07:00:00 +0000 https://ccemagazine.com/?p=15840 Harnessing the power of solar energy is a key step in tackling climate change, but as more PV systems are being installed on commercial rooftops across the world, an increase in the incidence of fires has been noted. Whilst these are generally not caused by the PV panels themselves, their presence can affect how a fire may develop, and to date there has been little research on how the building materials used underneath a rooftop array may perform.

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]]> Harnessing the power of solar energy is a key step in tackling climate change, but as more PV systems are being installed on commercial rooftops across the world, an increase in the incidence of fires has been noted. Whilst these are generally not caused by the PV panels themselves, their presence can affect how a fire may develop, and to date there has been little research on how the building…

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]]> UK Railways Heat Up Smarter With New Thermal Modelling https://ccemagazine.com/news/uk-railways-heat-up-smarter-with-new-thermal-modelling/ Thu, 17 Apr 2025 14:23:54 +0000 https://ccemagazine.com/?p=15825 The UK’s railway infrastructure is embracing digital innovation to improve track operations. At the forefront is the use of advanced thermal modelling to optimise point heating, the system that keeps switches clear of ice and snow.

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]]> Subscribe to our free newsletter today to keep up to date with the latest construction and civil engineering news. The UK’s railway infrastructure is embracing digital innovation to improve track operations. At the forefront is the use of advanced thermal modelling to optimise point heating, the system that keeps switches clear of ice and snow. Traditionally energy-intensive and manually…

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]]> National Grid Announces Preferred Bidder for Vital Sea Link Project https://ccemagazine.com/news/national-grid-announces-preferred-bidder-for-vital-sea-link-project/ Thu, 17 Apr 2025 14:13:48 +0000 https://ccemagazine.com/?p=15822 National Grid has named Siemens Energy as the preferred bidder to deliver the two converter stations required for the Sea Link project, a pivotal part of the United Kingdom’s evolving energy infrastructure. This announcement, made on April 14, 2025, places Siemens Energy at the center of a project designed to move renewable power more efficiently across the country.

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]]> Subscribe to our free newsletter today to keep up to date with the latest construction and civil engineering news. National Grid has named Siemens Energy as the preferred bidder to deliver the two converter stations required for the Sea Link project, a pivotal part of the United Kingdom’s evolving energy infrastructure. This announcement, made on April 14, 2025, places Siemens Energy at the…

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]]> Coffee Waste Transforms into Carbon-Cutting Concrete https://ccemagazine.com/news/coffee-waste-transforms-into-carbon-cutting-concrete/ Thu, 17 Apr 2025 14:08:11 +0000 https://ccemagazine.com/?p=15819 In a unique blend of art and sustainability, a 12-meter-high blue whale sculpture has surfaced in London's Canary Wharf, and it’s supported by something as humble as your morning espresso. Developed by Holcim UK, this sculpture’s foundation uses an experimental concrete mix made from recycled coffee grounds and biochar, signaling a shift in how the built environment can embrace circular economy principles and low-carbon innovation.

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]]> Subscribe to our free newsletter today to keep up to date with the latest construction and civil engineering news. In a unique blend of art and sustainability, a 12-meter-high blue whale sculpture has surfaced in London’s Canary Wharf, and it’s supported by something as humble as your morning espresso. Developed by Holcim UK, this sculpture’s foundation uses an experimental concrete mix made…

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]]> Element 1’s Innovative Approach to Achieving Net-Zero in Construction https://ccemagazine.com/news/element-1s-innovative-approach-to-achieving-net-zero-in-construction/ Mon, 03 Mar 2025 16:14:53 +0000 https://ccemagazine.com/?p=15429 The construction industry is under growing pressure to reduce emissions and adopt sustainable practices. Heavy machinery, which relies heavily on diesel, is a significant contributor to the sector’s carbon footprint, making it a critical area for decarbonisation.

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]]> Subscribe to our free newsletter to keep up-to-date with our latest construction and civil engineering news. The construction industry is under growing pressure to reduce emissions and adopt sustainable practices. Heavy machinery, which relies heavily on diesel, is a significant contributor to the sector’s carbon footprint, making it a critical area for decarbonisation. In response…

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]]> Top 10 Sustainable Building Materials Transforming UK Construction https://ccemagazine.com/news/top-10-sustainable-building-materials-transforming-uk-construction/ Wed, 19 Feb 2025 14:35:39 +0000 https://ccemagazine.com/?p=15390 The UK construction industry is undergoing a green transformation, with sustainable building materials playing a critical role in reducing carbon footprints and enhancing energy efficiency. In 2025, innovative materials are replacing traditional concrete, steel, and synthetic insulation with more eco-friendly alternatives.

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]]> The UK construction industry is undergoing a green transformation, with sustainable building materials playing a critical role in reducing carbon footprints and enhancing energy efficiency. In 2025, innovative materials are replacing traditional concrete, steel, and synthetic insulation with more eco-friendly alternatives. These materials not only reduce environmental impact but also offer…

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]]> Delivering top-tier waste management and construction services, Smiths Gloucester is a sustainable success story   https://ccemagazine.com/news/delivering-top-tier-waste-management-and-construction-services-smiths-gloucester-is-a-sustainable-success-story/ Fri, 31 Jan 2025 14:39:56 +0000 https://ccemagazine.com/?p=15293 Owned and operated by two generations of the Smith family, Smiths Gloucester (Smiths) delivers waste management and construction services to

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]]> Owned and operated by two generations of the Smith family, Smiths Gloucester (Smiths) delivers waste management and construction services to clients across the South of England and Wales. The company is built on a long-standing belief in hard work and collaboration, as Director, Rebecca Pullin, begins: “Smiths is a family run business, which was founded in 1982 by Alan Smith. For a long time…

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]]> A $33.9 trillion investment opportunity. By Rob Norton  https://ccemagazine.com/news/a-33-9-trillion-investment-opportunity-by-rob-norton/ Thu, 30 Jan 2025 13:52:37 +0000 https://ccemagazine.com/?p=15255 We often hear how Environmental, Social and Governance (ESG) is important for hitting net zero carbon goals, yet there’s more

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]]> We often hear how Environmental, Social and Governance (ESG) is important for hitting net zero carbon goals, yet there’s more to the picture as it is also a critical business investment marker. Construction companies that can show they are ESG compliant often also demonstrate innovation and best-in-class quality. It’s a sign of resilient business for insurance providers…

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]]> Delivering a model that really works for The Chartered Institute of Building (CIOB). By Jenny Watkins https://ccemagazine.com/news/delivering-success-a-model-that-really-works-for-the-chartered-institute-of-building-ciob/ Wed, 15 Jan 2025 09:45:24 +0000 https://ccemagazine.com/?p=15197 Established in 1834, the CIOB is the leading international professional body for those working in and leading the construction industry,

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]]> Established in 1834, the CIOB is the leading international professional body for those working in and leading the construction industry, with 49,000 members in more than 100 countries consisting of both individuals and organisations. Its mission is to drive up professional standards, push forward innovation, influence political decisions and strengthen talent across the CIOB global community.

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