The 122-acre site in Bowers Gifford will be developed using the company’s planet-positive housing agenda
The construction industry has an opportunity to transform the reputation of new-build homes with green design and technology
New circularity score will provide a target for developer to increase the use of recycled materials
Some of the key erosion points when it comes to delivering and operating net zero buildings
COMMENT Smart buildings can be greener, cheaper to run, more comfortable and more secure
Reusing existing buildings will become increasingly important as MEES deadlines draw nearer
Free technical standard can be used to prove that built assets align with carbon and energy targets
First Property cites net zero targets among main factors behind annual loss
Guidance aims to phase out worst-performing buildings
COMMENT Landlord-occupier collaboration is the only way the industry will achieve green objectives
Consultants say transport and home heating will hold back progress
Governments will have to borrow more money to fund the shift to a low-carbon economy