Solar panels on factory roof

Solar install takes Forfar ladder manufacturer to new sustainability heights

FORFAR-based manufacturer Ramsay Ladders has installed a solar PV system as part of the firm's plans to reduce its carbon footprint, strengthen energy resilience, and...

Sustainability put into practice at ‘UK-first’ projects

Aluminium fenestration systems manufacturer and winner of a King’s Award for Enterprise in Innovation, Senior Architectural Systems is not a company to stand still....
Aberdeen Hydrogen Hub

Build of Aberdeen Hydrogen Hub planned to start this year

CONSTRUCTION work is expected to get underway on the build of the Aberdeen Hydrogen Hub by the end of 2024, the project team has...

SDS and BE-ST confirm formal partnership to build net zero construction skills

SKILLS Development Scotland (SDS) and Built Environment – Smarter Transformation (BE-ST) have created a formal partnership to help build the skills required to meet...
Opening of the hub

Visitor hub opens in Peterhead as part of £4.3 billion project

A new visitor hub has officially been opened in Peterhead as part of the Eastern Green Link 2 (EGL2) project. The £4.3 billion project, which...
professor Gabriela Medero

Recycled brick innovator aims to encourage entrepreneurial thinking

THE inventor of an award-winning recycled brick has created a new series of lectures designed to encourage entrepreneurial thinking in university students. Launched at Heriot-Watt...

Roof tile manufacturer announces net zero commitment

PITCHED roof tile manufacturer Russell Roof Tiles has unveiled its plans to become a net zero business by 2040. The Lochmaben-based firm revealed its major...
Roofing boards being installed

Roofing boards bring good energy to university centre

MAGPLY’S fire-resistant roofing boards have been specified to support Lancaster University’s sustainability aspirations, with the educational institution targeting carbon net zero from all energy...

Build of £6.93m Passivhaus flats underway in Midlothian

OGILVIE Construction has started work on the £6.93 million delivery of 23 Passivhaus properties in Danderhill on behalf of Midlothian Council. The one and two-bedroom...

Researchers extract rare metals to boost green goals

NEW technology has been tipped to provide a sustainable boost for the renewables and manufacturing sectors, following the development of a new process for...
Workers on a construction site

Coordinated national approach urged to build UK retrofit workforce

A new report published by the National Retrofit Hub has called for 'urgent' government action to address skills shortages, which the organisation described as...

Scottish venue becomes first castle in world to achieve B Corp Certification

CARLOWRIE Castle, a luxury events venue just outside Edinburgh, has become the first castle in the world to be awarded B Corp Certification, just...
Doka supports the realisation of buildings with the highest sustainability standards, such as CIBC Square II in Toronto

Doka commits to Science Based Targets initiative

FORMWORK and scaffolding provider Doka has announced it has become the first company in its industry to commit to the Science Based Targets initiative...
Aberdeen from above

Tenders to be launched for creation of new district heating pipeline in Aberdeen

TENDERS are to be invited for a design and build framework contract for a pipeline to connect Aberdeen's energy from waste facility to the...

Union Technical starts work to retrofit 300 Dumfries homes

GLASGOW-based energy services firm Union Technical is undertaking a project to retrofit more than 300 homes in Dumfries. Work is underway on a £1.5 million...

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...

Aviemore contractor shows commitment to revitalising natural habitats

AVIEMORE-based contractor McGowan Environmental Engineering has shown its commitment to revitalising natural habitats via a new financial support package agreed with the rewilding and...

Procast Group completes £4.7m project in Glasgow’s east end

HAMILTON-based Procast Group has completed work on a £4.7 million project to install external wall insulation across 167 flats managed by Calvay Housing Association. The project,...
Perth High School

Innovative systems help schools achieve green goals

METAL Technology has revealed how its Passive House certified systems are helping contractors to deliver sustainable education buildings at scale. The £80 million Perth High...
Wind turbine workers

Local contractors tipped to benefit from Corr Chnoc Wind Farm development

BUSINESSES across Argyll and Bute are being urged to explore the commercial opportunities that could arise from the proposed Corr Chnoc Wind Farm. Renewable energy...