New images highlight Wester Hailes net zero carbon development progress
NEW images have been released detailing the progress being made on the Wester Hailes net zero carbon affordable housing development in Edinburgh.
Located at the...
Housebuilder’s zero emissions company vehicle policy steps up a gear
THE first employee at Springfield Properties to make the switch to an electric company vehicle has taken delivery of a fully electric car.
The housebuilder's...
Major players take heed of biochar’s construction potential
CALA and CCG were among the major names in attendance at the launch event of Heriot-Watt University’s two-year study into the potential use of...
New report highlights ‘alarming’ statistics on heat loss in UK homes
80 million home windows need to be replaced across the country to meet the UK Government’s net zero targets, according to a new report...
Highland renewables specialist focuses on people and purpose in milestone year
HIGHLAND renewables firm RI Cruden has revealed it is marking its 20th anniversary by giving back to the region it serves.
In celebration of the...
Early sales success at landmark ‘net zero ready’ Edinburgh housing development
CCG Homes has hailed the sales success of a new 'net zero ready' housing development in Edinburgh, with West Shore now officially over 60% sold.
Forming part...
New BE-ST facilities offer ‘huge opportunities’ for Scotland’s construction sector
BE-ST (Built Environment - Smarter Transformation) has officially relaunched its Innovation Campus by welcoming stakeholders to see the newly equipped Mass Timber Centre of Excellence...
Firm hailed for ‘reactiveness’ after stepping in to complete Dumfries wind farm project
WORK is complete on the delivery of phase two of the Sandy Knowe Wind Farm in Dumfries, after Jones Bros Civil Engineering UK stepped...
Low carbon solution boosts Perth ‘super sewer’ works
A new 'super sewer' project solution in Perth has been tipped to save 234 tonnes of carbon.
Aquaspira has provided 520 metres of reinforced...
Roof-mounted solar installs complete at Dundee care homes
FORSTER Group has completed the installation of 280 roof-mounted solar panels at two Dundee care homes.
Project Scotland reported in December that the two homes,...
Warmworks opens Shetland office to support delivery of heat and energy efficiency initiative
WARMWORKS has opened an office in Lerwick to support the local community during the delivery of the new Heat and Energy Efficient Scotland: Area-Based Scheme.
The...
BE-ST appoints deputy CEO to help drive zero carbon ambition
DOUGLAS Morrison has been named as the new deputy CEO of Built Environment - Smarter Transformation (BE-ST).
The organisation said the newly created leadership position...
UK to help develop new markets for low carbon steel and concrete
THE UK is to work alongside India, Germany, Canada and UAE to create new markets for low carbon steel and concrete.
It comes as part...
Sutherland business invests £100,000 in new treatment plant
A north east of Scotland business has completed an investment which is tipped to provide local construction firms with access to vital resources without...
Net zero housing experts to discuss challenges at SPA AGM
THE Scottish Procurement Alliance (SPA) is urging public sector organisations to attend its upcoming AGM to hear insights from net zero housing experts.
Major challenges...
Indian polyurethane foam recycler announces plans for £6m facility in Scotland
ONE of India's largest recyclers of polyurethane (PU) foam has announced plans for a £6 million manufacturing facility in Scotland.
Sarva Foam collects over 15,000...
Bute solar schemes powering Scottish Water sites
TWO new Scottish Water solar schemes are helping to power essential water and waste water services on the Isle of Bute.
At Loch Ascog Water...
Kinross regeneration project in the frame for two major awards
A Kinross regeneration project has been shortlisted for two national property awards.
Orwell Farm on the banks of Loch Leven, has been transformed from a...
Solar Pyramid project in Loanhead declared a ‘huge success’
SUSTAINABLE energy specialist Gensource has hailed the success of its repowering of the Solar Pyramid in Loanhead, with the new system reportedly reducing energy...
Why we should stop waiting for perfection and start making progress towards net zero
By David Shaw, director at Torridon
If there’s one message I’d give every commercial property owner, asset manager or occupier, it’s that you don’t have...
