Green light for Dollar’s Academy’s ‘sector-leading’ eco-education building

DOLLAR Academy has been granted planning permission for a 'first of its kind' education building. Clackmannanshire Council has approved plans for the build of a...

‘Affordable and desirable’ zero carbon home to be showcased in Glasgow

A zero carbon home which demonstrates how 'affordable and desirable' properties can help tackle environmental challenges will open its doors to the public in...

Building new homes while meeting climate targets is possible

By Stewart Dalgarno, project director at the Advanced Industrialised Methods for the Construction of Homes (AIMCH) project THE end of the UN’s climate change conference...
Energy storage

Plans approved for Angus energy storage development

RES has had plans approved for the creation of the 49.9MW Dunmill Energy Storage System on land adjacent to Bridge of Dun Substation 5km...
Cala site

Cala reports ‘significant’ strides towards net zero goals

CALA Group has announced 'significant progress' in reducing its carbon footprint after unveiling its annual audit of the business’ sustainability data. The housebuilder said it...
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Borders tenants tipped to benefit from warmer homes through new collaboration

TENANTS across the Scottish Borders are tipped to benefit from warmer homes and lower energy bills thanks to a new collaboration between Changeworks and...
Ardersier Port

PDM secures major contract with Emtec on Ardersier Port project

BUILDING materials merchant PDM has strengthened its relationship with Emtec Utility Services Limited after confirming a new contract for an infrastructure project in the north...
Scottish Natural Insulation Hub

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...

ESG needs to become part of the DNA of new developments

By Dr Sophie Taysom from Keyah Consulting Scotland’s net zero commitments cannot be achieved without a clear focus on the built environment, which accounts for...

Research highlights ‘key’ role that roofing will play in climate battle

NEW research for NFRC (National Federation of Roofing Contractors) has revealed the ‘critical’ role rooftops will play in how we adapt to climate change. The...

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...
White paper on embodied carbon

White paper highlights need to address ‘hidden costs’ of embodied carbon in new buildings

NEW research published by Anderson Bell Christie (ABC), funded by Scottish Enterprise and Innovate UK, has revealed that the 'hidden costs' of embodied carbon...
Devro

Devro announces £2.9m investment in North Lanarkshire base

DEVRO has commenced a £2.9 million project to reduce carbon emissions and increase productivity at its site in Moodiesburn. The collagen casings manufacturer will install...

Joined-up approach can help construction industry achieve green goals

A structural engineer and Passivhaus specialist has called for a ‘clear direction’ around the construction industry’s approach to sustainability. Jamie Paterson, senior engineer at Will...
Celtic Renewables biorefinery at Grangemouth, near Falkirk

Milestone for Celtic Renewables’ plans to build large-scale biorefinery in Grangemouth

CELTIC Renewables is progressing plans to build a new industrial-scale green chemical production plant in Grangemouth. The firm has appointed Stirling-based engineering design consultancy Allen...

Plans unveiled for major Passivhaus extension at historic Edinburgh school

PLANS have been launched for the second phase of development at Trinity Academy in the north of Edinburgh. Both phases were designed by Holmes Miller,...
Derek Innes, Procast

Procast Group secures £55m contract renewal with North Lanarkshire Council

PROCAST Group has secured a £55 million contract renewal with North Lanarkshire Council to deliver roof and render improvements across the region over the...

New £5.5m centre a ‘significant milestone’ in UK’s journey to net zero

A new £5.5 million centre aiming to support the net zero transmission and drive 'substantial' UK economic impact is to be created at National...
MPA Harbour Master, Ross Marshall, gifting Brage Viking Captain, Jan Pedersen, a Montrose FC t-shirt with proceeds going to PoppyScotland to mark the 1GWh milestone

Montrose Port Authority hits major net zero milestone

MONTROSE Port Authority (MPA) has reached a major milestone by supplying 1 gigawatt hour (GWh) of clean energy through its Plug Montrose shore power...

‘Edinburgh’s greenest building’ launches to market following practical completion

A 'landmark' Edinburgh office building has been launched to the market. 1 New Park Square has been developed by Parabola and is located in...