Sustainability Archives - Construction & Civil Engineering magazine https://ccemagazine.com/news/tag/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/tag/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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]]> 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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]]> Holcim UK CEO urges smarter collaboration across construction https://ccemagazine.com/news/holcim-uk-ceo-urges-smarter-collaboration-across-construction/ Fri, 04 Apr 2025 12:21:52 +0000 https://ccemagazine.com/?p=15596 Holcim UK CEO Lee Sleight says funding without strategic collaboration risks leaving the sector stuck in silos.

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]]> The UK government’s recent wave of funding pledges has been welcomed by many across the construction sector. Commitments include £2 billion allocated for affordable housing development, £4.8 billion directed at road improvements, and £600 million set aside to support training for skilled construction workers. These moves have been positioned as levers to drive economic growth and accelerate…

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]]> Wienerberger Rolls Out Circular Pallets to Reduce Construction Waste https://ccemagazine.com/news/wienerberger-rolls-out-circular-pallets-to-reduce-construction-waste/ Mon, 24 Mar 2025 11:04:04 +0000 https://ccemagazine.com/?p=15447 In the construction industry, timber pallets are the quiet enablers of material movement. Each year, millions are used once and discarded, contributing to rising waste levels and deforestation. Despite scattered recovery efforts, the lack of standardisation and incentives has limited progress towards reuse.

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]]> Subscribe to our free newsletter today to keep up-to-date with the latest construction and civil engineering news. In the construction industry, timber pallets are the quiet enablers of material movement. Each year, millions are used once and discarded, contributing to rising waste levels and deforestation. Despite scattered recovery efforts, the lack of standardisation and incentives has…

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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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]]> Apprenticeships for tomorrow’s workforce  https://ccemagazine.com/news/apprenticeships-for-tomorrows-workforce/ Thu, 30 Jan 2025 13:58:01 +0000 https://ccemagazine.com/?p=15261 The construction industry has faced a barrage of challenges in recent years, from economic volatility and labour shortages to increasing

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]]> The construction industry has faced a barrage of challenges in recent years, from economic volatility and labour shortages to increasing demand for sustainable building practices. Julie Deeley, director of operations at EN:Able Futures, part of Efficiency North, highlights how avenues like apprenticeships and skills development can unlock the sector’s potential. To navigate the labyrinth of…

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]]> Low-Carbon Urban Heating: A Look at Bradford’s £75m Heat Network Plan https://ccemagazine.com/news/low-carbon-urban-heating-a-look-at-bradfords-75m-heat-network-plan/ Tue, 03 Dec 2024 10:26:32 +0000 https://ccemagazine.com/?p=14891 Bradford is leading the charge in sustainable urban development with its ambitious £75 million heat network project. This initiative, led by 1Energy, aims to revolutionize urban heating by transitioning to low-carbon solutions.

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]]> Bradford is leading the charge in sustainable urban development with its ambitious £75 million heat network project. This initiative, led by 1Energy, aims to revolutionize urban heating by transitioning to low-carbon solutions. The Bradford Energy Network promises significant reductions in carbon emissions, showcasing the potential of strategic investments in renewable energy infrastructure.

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]]> Shaun the Sheep Leads British Wool’s Campaign for Healthier Homes https://ccemagazine.com/news/shaun-the-sheep-leads-british-wools-campaign-for-healthier-homes/ Tue, 26 Nov 2024 08:54:30 +0000 https://ccemagazine.com/?p=14858 Shaun the Sheep, the beloved animated character, has taken on a new role as the ambassador for the ‘Shaun Loves Wool’ campaign, a collaboration between British Wool and the Campaign for Wool. This initiative seeks to promote the numerous benefits of wool flooring to consumers, combining sustainability and practicality for modern homes.

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]]> Shaun the Sheep, the beloved animated character, has taken on a new role as the ambassador for the ‘Shaun Loves Wool’ campaign, a collaboration between British Wool and the Campaign for Wool. This initiative seeks to promote the numerous benefits of wool flooring to consumers, combining sustainability and practicality for modern homes. This campaign marks the second collaboration between…

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