The UK needs alignment across upskilling, education and future signposting to tackle the green skills gap and meet net-zero targets, writes Nitesh Patel

The methodology uses clear performance targets, coordinated design development, testing and verification.

Emissions reporting is growing as the UK heads towards electrification, but the data collected needs to be more consistent, finds research from BEAMA, the trade association for energy infrastructure companies.

In our latest client interview, the DfE’s Richard Taylor discusses the new design standards for school buildings and why collaboration with contractors is key to delivering net zero

New schools are built to tough sustainability standards and must be net zero in operation. A year after its completion, CM visited Little Reddings school in Hertfordshire, built by Morgan Sindall, to check its performance data

150 cubic metres mixed with Ecocem cement makes capping beam for a contiguous pile wall at the Shipley Depot.

Developer Oakmont goes all in on offsite system used in the Nordics for 48 years, telling CM it’s twice as fast.

Construction sector encouraged by new regulations but urges momentum in implementation.

The UK government has published details of the Future Homes Standard, marking a major shift in how new homes in England will be designed, specified and delivered.

An ambitious circular construction scheme has been launched in London’s Royal Docks.

Mace Construct and facade specialist Schüco have announced a partnership aimed at decarbonising building envelopes and facades.

The Institution of Structural Engineers (IStructE) has published new guidance to support building project teams in assessing and tracking embodied carbon in line with the UK Net Zero Carbon Buildings Standard.

Arup has used performance modelling technology to design a net zero carbon in operation (NZCio) school in Wales.

Lendlease has been recognised for its collaboration with Our Newham Learning and Skills which has helped to support local skills and employment.

It’s time for the built environment sector to win back the narrative on net zero.

The City of London Corporation’s Skills for a Sustainable Skyline Taskforce has launched its new industry pledge to help support the recruitment and retention of young and diverse people in ‘green jobs’.

Construction professionals committed to sustainability must aim for BREEAM certification in their projects, argues Barrett Harris.

More than half (53.1%) of housing sector experts have reported gaps in the training and resources available to support implementation of the Procurement Act 2023.