Balloch and Wishaw get new super-fast EV charging points

OSPREY Charging has increased access to public EV charging in Scotland by opening two new charging hubs in Balloch and Wishaw. Six 300kW charge points...

‘Unique’ mix of garden spaces announced for ‘Edinburgh’s greenest homes development’

ALMOST 150 new trees, as well as herb and vegetable growing beds and more than half a kilometre of evergreen hedgerows, are to be...

Hydrock appoints heat networks specialist to help drive sustainability offer in Scotland

HYDROCK has strengthened its multidisciplinary team in Scotland with the appointment of heat networks specialist Charlie Drysdale as an associate director. He joins the firm's...
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NHS Scotland energy projects help drive decarbonisation ambitions

THREE health board energy projects are tipped to reduce NHS Scotland's carbon footprint by over 12,000 tonnes over the course of their lifecycles. NHS Borders,...
Heather Fleming

Scotland’s first female electrical apprentice reflects on her journey

SELECT has tracked down Scotland’s first-ever female electrical apprentice to discuss her career journey in a new video for Scottish Apprenticeship Week. Former textile machinist...

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...
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Baxi backs Scotland in decarbonisation bid

BAXI, a UK heating and hot water solutions specialist, has heralded Scotland as a ‘leader’ in decarbonisation, after choosing Edinburgh as the site of...
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Masterplan outlines how West Dunbartonshire Council will improve energy efficiency in buildings

WEST Dunbartonshire Council has published its masterplan on decarbonising heat and improving energy efficiency within buildings in the region to help meet net zero...

A. Alexander Group targets renewables market with newly created role

CHRIS Divers has been appointed to the newly created role of renewables project manager at Glasgow-based multi-disciplinary contractor A. Alexander Group. With over ten years...
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Robertson Group marks major milestone for employability programme

ROBERTSON Group has revealed it has helped 1,000 young people across the UK prepare for employment or education though its Ideal Candidate Programme. Launched in...
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Fuel poverty concerns highlight need for retrofit work in Scottish homes

NEW research from Edinburgh-based social enterprise Changeworks has revealed that fuel poverty in Scotland may be accelerating, with those under 35 particularly hard hit. The...

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...

Scotland eyes reform of energy performance certificates

SCOTLAND could be set to redesign the energy performance certificates (EPC) format in a bid to give consumers a clearer picture of their home's...
Salt spreader HGV retrofitted with a hybrid hydrogen system

Scotland’s first construction hydrogen hub moves a step closer

BALFOUR Beatty has marked a milestone in its decarbonisation journey with the launch of its M77 Hydrogen project, described as marking a major step...
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Solar project complete at Milnathort waste water treatment works

SCOTTISH Water has confirmed completion of work on a £115,000 solar project at a waste water treatment works which serves customers in and around...

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...

Shetland firm wins major £2.5m housing project on island

SHETLAND firm DITT Construction has been contracted to demolish and rebuild eight houses in Lerwick. The £2.5 million Shetland Island Council project is set to...

ESG credentials will pave the way for our future of work

By Guy Marsden, director of Highbridge Properties, who are developing the Magenta Business Park together with Clyde Gateway The pandemic, a renewed focus on climate...
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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...
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Don’t let embodied carbon undermine your net zero plans

By Grace Mair, regional director at Thomas & Adamson, part of Egis Group HUGE amounts of resource are being invested in improving the sustainability of...