How to combine a green roof with solar PV
Despite the relatively small roof area, the developer was able to combine both green roof and solar PV array to achieve BREEAM Outstanding.
Category: Residential
Callaughtons Ash Passivhaus scheme
The high levels of energy efficiency of this Passivhaus scheme has helped the housing association provide its tenants with affordable, low-energy accommodation.
Managing waste through 3D printing
Manchester and Zurich taking steps to integrate 3D printing into construction and waste management.
Scotland trials hydrogen-powered homes
Gas company given all-clear to construct world’s first hydrogen-to-homes demonstration network on Scottish East Coast.
£10m for London’s Green New Deal
The Mayor of London’s commitment comes as 80% of Londoners say climate change poses a huge threat to the capital, and people gather virtually for London Climate Action Week.
10 leading companies sign up to net zero carbon buildings pledge
JLL and Lendlease among the companies to commitment during 11th Annual World Green Building Week.
Finalists revealed in competition to find homes of the future
The Home of 2030 competition encourages the design of environmentally friendly homes that support people in leading independent, fulfilling lives as our society ages.
JLL report quantifies value of sustainable offices
Study from real estate service provider, written before the coronavirus crisis, reveals appetite for sustainable offices is driven by occupier’s target-driven sustainability commitments.
Digital DfMA at heart of new Zaha Hadid design
Modular techniques and digital platform enhance sustainability and adaptability of new Honduran development.
Glasgow gives green light for city’s largest Passivhaus development
New social housing development aims to address tackle fuel poverty and Scotland’s climate change commitments.