Scotland’s green skills shift: central belt’s workforce conundrum amidst energy boom
By Robert Ogg, MD of Akela Construction, part of the Akela Group
AS we look towards 2030 and beyond, Scotland's energy infrastructure is poised for...
Work complete on £706,000 solar scheme near Falkirk
SCOTTISH Water has completed work on a £706,000 green energy scheme at a site near Falkirk which is set to save around 135 tonnes...
Soaking up the storm: how green roofs can help combat urban flooding
By Mark Harris, head of sustainability at Sika
AS cities grow and climate change accelerates, flooding has become one of the most urgent issues facing...
SSEN webinar to discuss different electricity transmission technology options
SSEN Transmission is to host a webinar outlining the differences behind technology options which will help transform the electricity grid in the north of...
Hitachi Energy Engineering Centre of Excellence plans hailed as ‘massive coup’ for Glasgow
HITACHI Energy is set to establish a UK Engineering Centre of Excellence in Glasgow City Centre.
The firm will acquire the 14,982 sq ft 8th...
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%...
Stirling insulation manufacturer has Grand Designs on sustainability
STIRLING-based Superglass has launched a new marketing campaign with a brand film starring Grand Designs host Kevin McCloud.
The firm said the campaign underpins the...
RIAS calls for more post-construction checks to safeguard building energy performance
THE Royal Incorporation of Architects (RIAS) is calling on MSPs to press for more post-construction checks, in response to changes in building regulations being...
AJ Engineering cuts carbon footprint with Internet of Things technology
AJ Engineering has introduced Internet of Things (IoT) technology to help manage its carbon footprint and improve efficiency across its operations.
Securing funding and technical...
Progress made at Midlothian Council’s first Passivhaus homes project
SIX new flats in a courtyard behind Buccleuch Street in Dalkeith are expected to welcome new tenants this autumn as part of Midlothian Council's...
Build of world’s largest offshore wind farm could create 9,300 construction jobs
THE world's largest offshore wind farm is to be built 38km east of the Scottish Borders coastline, following the project securing Scottish Government consent.
The...
The importance of EPDs in Passivhaus projects
Neil Turner, technical sales manager for Ecological Building Systems, explores the role of EPDs (Environmental Product Declarations) in supporting the construction sector’s move towards...
Projects to restore Scotland’s natural environment in line for share of £12.5m
PROJECTS to restore Scotland's natural environment are to benefit from funding of £12.5 million in 2022-23, the Scottish Government has announced.
Grants of up to...
World’s deepest wind turbine foundation installed in Scottish waters
THE world's deepest wind turbine foundation has been installed 16 miles off the coast of Angus at the site of the £3 billion Seagreen...
Cala confirms SBTi validation as carbon reduction plans progress
CALA Group, as part of Legal & General, has announced it has received validation from the Science Based Target initiative (SBTi) for its target...
Michelin Scotland Innovation Parc’s £4.75m hub topped out
THE topping out of Michelin Scotland Innovation Parc's (MSIP) 'flagship' Innovation Hub has taken place in Dundee.
Built by Robertson Construction Tayside, the £4.75 million...
Rewilding centre opens in Highlands in ‘world first’
A rewilding centre has officially opened near Loch Ness in what has been heralded as a 'world first'.
Designed by Threesixty Architecture and built by...
Perth ‘super sewer’ project uses innovative concrete pipe alternative
THE installation of a 'super sewer' in Perth is making progress, with the project using a steel-reinforced composite pipe to cut carbon emissions.
Scottish Water,...
Procast Group begins East Ayrshire retrofit project
PROCAST Group has started retrofit work on Meagher Court in Cumnock on behalf of East Ayrshire Council.
The work will see three entire blocks of...
Natural solutions tipped to aid Scotland’s sustainability journey
E2 Holdings, which is behind sustainable brands such as Ecomerchant, Eco Slate, and Fragile Earth, has launched the Scottish Natural Insulation Hub, which promotes...
