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Net Zero Now: University of London to 'crowdsource' zero carbon strategy
University to convene meeting of experts in architecture, engineering and design to develop 2036 net zero target
So much for 'predict and provide' - UK energy use keeps on falling
Andrew Warren argues falling energy use should spark a reappraisal in the government's future assumptions and policy priorities
MPs: Heat wave resilience 'a matter of life and death'
Environmental Audit Committee warns government must respond to climate-related heat risks that pose a major threat to health
CCC: 'More action needed' to tackle rising heat wave risk
'The high temperatures and lack of rain in the UK are an example of increasing risks from climate change that the CCC highlighted to Government two years ago,' says influential watchdog
Solar cabin: Off-grid mobile office hailed as 'world first' for construction industry
EXCLUSIVE: Cabin designed for use on construction sites in hot regions is 100 per cent powered by rooftop solar PV panels coupled with battery storage
Innovate UK launches £12.5m energy efficient building competition
Agency seeking funding applications from innovative projects capable of delivering more affordable and efficient properties
Public sector: Government strengthens 2020 greenhouse gas target
Greg Clark announces new target to cut public sector emissions 43 per cent inside a decade, as department confirms date for Green Great Britain Week
Net Zero: Building sector must pick up the gauntlet
John Alker of the UK Green Building Council argues the industry has a crucial role to play in constructing a net zero emission economy
'Smart construction': New initiative aims to drive 'bytes and mortar' green building revolution
Greg Clark to beef up construction industry sector deal in support of recently announced goal to halve energy use of new builds by 2030
Swedish energy firms launch Power2U green buildings technology service
Backed by InnoEnergy and SEK60m ($6.65m) investment, the venture is aimed at boosting use of battery storage, solar PV, and EV charging across the building sector
JLL promises Science-Based Target by 2020
Property giant promises to set emissions targets in line with the Paris Agreement goals
Why the PM is right to place science and research at the heart of the Industrial Strategy
Now is the time for the construction sector to invest in science and research, argues BRE's director of sustainability Martin Townsend
Green steel: ArcelorMittal launches 'radical and disruptive' building approach
Steel and mining giant unveils 'Steligence' approach designed to cut costs and environmental impact of building construction
Government backs business smart meter innovation trials
New £8.8m initiative to help small and medium sized businesses pilot innovative approaches for curbing energy use
'Huge milestone': Kingfisher opens first net zero energy store
Screwfix store in Peterborough is designed to generate as much power as it uses and pass surplus energy back to the grid
Net zero: Canary Wharf promises to up its sustainability game
Canary Wharf Group promises net zero buildings in set of new 2030 sustainability targets
Prime Minister pledges to halve new building energy use by 2030
Theresa May unveils target to halve energy usage of new buildings by 2030 as she talks up plans to place UK at forefront of global scientific research and technological development
'Clean Growth Finance': Lloyds Bank launches £2bn green business lending drive
Bank kicks off major new programme to provide discounted lending to help businesses invest in green upgrades
Why Target and Amazon like onsite solar power
Now large companies are adding batteries, too
Green homes: Local leaders call for planning overhaul
Liverpool Mayor among signatories to letter urging stronger planning measures to boost energy efficient homes
'Future heritage': Ecotricity and English Heritage launch green energy partnership
Promotional campaign will also help improve energy efficiency at English Heritage sites
How to spend seven years not making bad housing much better
Following the publication of Labour's new domestic energy efficiency strategy, Alan Whitehead takes aim at the scandalous loophole that will allow landlords to keep renting the coldest and most inefficient homes
Evidence mounts: Green buildings cut costs and create healthier communities
Latest research suggests green buildings could usher in cleaner, more efficient and healthier environments
China joins World Green Building Council community
Move hailed as 'hugely significant' given China's position as largest building construction market in the world
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