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UK trailing in race to net zero
Consultancy Atkins calculates that country is only achieving 43% of required build rate to reach 2050 carbon goals
September 2020
Hackitt condemns return to corner cutting
Companies told to improve safety ahead of new regulatory regime
August 2020
CLC sets up Brexit guidance group
Construction Leadership Council (CIC) forms Brexit group
August 2020
Proposed planning rules could ‘lead to slum housing’
Designers voice fears over extension of permitted development rights
August 2020
Environmental group campaigns for propane
The EIA wants HFCs in single-split air con units to be banned
August 2020
CBI backs hybrid and hydrogen heating
National industry group supports heat pumps and district heating to protect the planet and boost economy
August 2020
WHO says virus is airborne
Letter from 239 researchers quoted evidence showing tiny particles with the virus could be suspended in the air
July 2020
Chancellor puts energy efficiency at heart of recovery
Round of financing includes a £2bn Green Homes Grant and £1bn for improving public buildings
July 2020
Grenfell contractor lacked expertise
Public inquiry into fire hears contractor only had general understanding of relevant Building Regulations
July 2020
Turn thermal wheels on in winter
Updated CIBSE Covid-19 guidance says benefits of thermal wheels outweigh Covid-19 airborne risk
July 2020
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