Scotland’s construction industry faces ‘aggregates crisis’ within 15 years
SCOTLAND'S construction sector is at 'tipping point', with less than 15 years’ worth of sands and aggregates left to quarry.
That's the view of award-winning...
Collaborative project aims to help build a low carbon future for the north of...
A new initiative has been launched to help accelerate the drive towards building a low carbon future for the north of Scotland.
The partnership between...
Extra support secured for Scottish electrical apprenticeships
SCOTLAND'S electrical sector has received a training boost after it was confirmed that the next intake of electrical apprentices and adult trainees will again...
Henry Brothers corporate responsibility director scoops top sustainability award
IAN Henry has been named as Sustainability Business Leader of the Year at Northern Ireland's first ever Sustainability Awards.
The corporate responsibility director at Henry...
Scottish Water delivers green energy scheme in Perth
A Scottish Water site in Perth is now significantly greener, thanks to the installation of an £852,000 solar scheme.
The project has seen 1,236 ground...
Refurbishment of Scotland’s National Retrofit Centre complete
CLARK Contracts has announced the completion of the retrofit of Scotland’s National Retrofit Centre (SNRC) for Built Environment – Smarter Transformation (BE-ST).
Developed in collaboration...
‘Change Makers’ to outline vision for future of Scotland’s construction sector
A dozen young professionals from the built environment and construction sector have formed an alliance to help shape the industry's future.
The Built Environment Change...
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...
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...
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...
Firms considering EV switch urged to act now to benefit from tax relief scheme
CONSTRUCTION businesses looking to transition to electric vehicles are being reminded they have until 31st March to take advantage of a government tax relief...
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...
Housebuilder outlines ‘significant progress’ in sustainability journey
CALA Group has hailed the 'significant' progress made towards the firm's climate change goals in its annual sustainability data audit.
In the year ending 31st...
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...
Work begins on East Ayrshire net zero assisted living development
CCG has commenced work on the build of East Ayrshire Council's first net zero assisted living development.
The site, at Kilmarnock Road in Mauchline, will...
Costain’s approach to managing industrial cooling media ‘significantly reduces’ carbon footprint
COSTAIN has trialled a new method for managing and transporting waste media from industrial cooling, that has reportedly resulted in 'significantly lower' carbon emissions.
The...
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...
Don’t let the green construction agenda slip
By Scott Brewster, MD of Brewster Brothers
OVER the past few years, the construction industry has taken great strides to embrace sustainable practices. But faced...
Eco-luxury home in Edinburgh ‘sets blueprint for future of sustainable living’
A five-bedroom eco-luxury home - described as a 'blueprint for the future of sustainable living' - in Edinburgh’s Baberton Loan has hit the market.
Marketed...
Entries sought for Retrofit Academy Awards
THE deadline to enter The Retrofit Academy Awards is looming large, with January 16 the final date to submit nominations.
The annual Retrofit Academy Awards...
