EHA welcomes energy efficiency proposals but calls for more protections for tenants
THE Existing Homes Alliance (EHA) has welcomed the Scottish Government’s commitment to introducing minimum energy efficiency standards for private rented homes.
In a response to...
New guide ‘demystifies’ misconceptions around battery energy storage systems
ENERGY solutions specialist Aggreko has released a guide for construction managers which aims to demystify common misconceptions surrounding battery energy storage systems (BESS).
With 21%...
Timber frame vision takes shape for new wellbeing hub at Fettes College
CONSTRUCTION is now well underway on the Allardice Centre, a new wellbeing hub at Fettes College in Edinburgh, with Will Rudd Edinburgh leading the...
Local firms help meet milestone on major SSEN Transmission project
THE first of 47 steel lattice towers has been fully assembled along the 13.3km route of SSEN Transmission's Creag Dhubh - Dalmally 275 kV...
Work to begin on £342m electrification of Borders Railway
ELECTRIFICATION work is to get underway on the Borders Railway next month as part of the £342 million project to electrify routes in Fife...
Sustainable energy specialist marks EV milestone
SUSTAINABLE energy specialist Gensource has announced its expansion as a charge point operator (CPO) with the completion of its first fully managed commercial EV...
Perth school Passivhaus roofing project earns national award recognition
BRIGGSAMASCO has been shortlisted in this year’s SPRA Awards for a Passivhaus roof installation at Perth High School.
The awards celebrate excellence, innovation and sustainable...
Plans approved to convert Sloy Power Station into pumped hydro storage scheme
SSE has secured planning permission to convert Sloy Power Station into a pumped storage hydro scheme.
Currently capable of providing up to 16GWh of long-duration...
Finalists confirmed for Accelerate to Zero Awards
THE finalists have been announced for the Accelerate to Zero Awards.
Returning for a fourth year, the awards recognise the businesses, organisations, and individuals making the...
Springfield appoints group’s first quality, environmental and sustainability manager
SPRINGFIELD has appointed Tom Gibbs as the group’s first quality, environmental and sustainability manager.
Tom brings more than ten years’ experience in sustainability to the...
Work begins on Midlothian Council’s first Passivhaus development
WORK is underway on a new build housing development in Dalkeith town centre. The Passivhaus project is the first of its kind for Midlothian...
Leasing of Scotland’s seabed dubbed ‘truly historic’ opportunity for country
THE leasing of areas of Scotland's seabed is a 'truly historic' opportunity for the country's net zero economy, first minister Nicola Sturgeon has said.
It...
Saint-Gobain steps up recruitment plans to help meet sustainable construction goals
SAINT-Gobain has announced the firm is stepping-up its pursuit of talented people to help achieve its vision for 'light and sustainable' construction.
The business is...
Easter Ross firm uses specialist machinery on ‘crucial’ peatland project
A project to restore peatlands at the Rum National Nature Reserve (NNR) is bringing 'quick results', NatureScotland has said.
The project at Kinloch Glen was...
BESA wants more focus on addressing embodied carbon challenges
THE Building Engineering Services Association (BESA) has revealed it is marking World Environment Day on June 5 by highlighting that the built environment still...
University of Glasgow creates heat pump tipped to lower household bills
RESEARCHERS from the University of Glasgow have developed a new type of heat pump which the learning institution said could help households save on...
Dundee’s Waterfront Place shortlisted for top architectural prize
DUNDEE'S Waterfront Place development has been shortlisted for a top UK architectural award for its green impact on the city.
The site features an active...
Kingdom Housing Association honoured for green credentials at London ceremony
FIFE-based Kingdom Housing Association has been recognised for its commitment to the environment during a ceremony at the Houses of Parliament in London.
The organisation...
Midlothian construction firm ‘exceeds expectations’ with support for charity
A Midlothian construction firm has been praised by the City of Edinburgh Council for the support it has given to a community growing hub...
Glasgow firm teams up with global giant to develop green approaches for buildings
GLASGOW-based climate tech firm IES has teamed up with intelligent power management specialist Eaton to help international building owners meet sustainability targets.
IES will work with...
