Building Materials For a Low-Carbon Future
The latest issue of Design & Build Review is out now. online on all devices.
In our efforts do decarbonise the built environment, we need to address every aspect of planning, design and construction. From the tools used to predict the environmental impact of new buildings, to the whole life cycle of the materials used in their construction, there is potential to reduce emissions at every single stage of the design and build process.
In this issue, we take a look at some examples of this. On the planning side, we hear about how to better predict operational energy requirements and embodied carbon throughout the life cycle of a building project.
In building materials, we speak to the developers of a that uses 70% less material than traditional reinforced concrete to find out how concrete construction can be made fit for a net-zero future. We also take a look at a new type of and explore the potential for building a circular economy for bricks in the UK.
Timber has yet to prove its viability as a material for large-scale construction. We find out how the new Built by Nature fund hopes to scale up its use by offering grants pioneering projects that .
We also take a look at building projects that achieve high sustainability ratings though the , hear about in the construction industry and much more.
How well do you really know your competitors?
Access the most comprehensive Company Profiles on the market, powered by GlobalData. Save hours of research. Gain competitive edge.
Thank you!
Your download email will arrive shortly
Not ready to buy yet? Download a free sample
We are confident about the unique quality of our Company Profiles. However, we want you to make the most beneficial decision for your business, so we offer a free sample that you can download by submitting the below form
By GlobalData for these stories and much more insight, comment and analysis.
