A renewed momentum for sustainable construction is visible as industry leaders elevate standards in environmental sustainability in construction. Trex Company’s 2024 Sustainability Report puts circular economy and circular construction strategies at the forefront, with a focus on recycled materials and resource efficiency in construction. Their benchmark for circular innovation is expected to influence wider shifts in how whole life carbon in materials and embodied carbon are addressed across...

Lambeth Palace in London is undergoing a major £40 million refurbishment, prioritising whole life carbon reductions and energy efficiency in a heritage building. The project stands as an example of sustainable building design, showing how whole life carbon assessment and embodied carbon management can be achieved even in historic structures. Upgrading ancient sites with low carbon design and eco-design for buildings is crucial for achieving net zero whole life carbon standards across the built...

The launch of EcoPark House in North London, designed by Grimshaw as part of the North London Heat and Power Project, sets a new benchmark for sustainable building design and environmental sustainability in construction. This flagship facility demonstrates advanced integrated strategies for reducing whole life carbon, improving building lifecycle performance, and lowering the carbon footprint of construction. It stands as a key example of how public infrastructure can drive decarbonising the...

Sustainable construction is advancing, with headline projects and regulatory shifts emphasising environmental sustainability in construction. North London’s EcoPark House, part of the North London Heat and Power Project, exemplifies sustainable building design through advanced energy recovery systems, marking a significant direction for eco-design for buildings in large-scale urban developments. Embracing whole life carbon assessment, this project demonstrates how net zero carbon buildings...

The unveiling of EcoPark House in North London marks a significant advance for environmental sustainability in construction, showcasing sustainable building design as a cornerstone of civic infrastructure. Designed by Grimshaw for the North London Heat and Power Project, the development prioritises whole life carbon considerations and integrates eco-design for buildings, creating spaces that enhance both building lifecycle performance and community value. This project exemplifies green...

Recent strides in sustainable construction reflect a strong commitment to the circular economy and improved environmental sustainability in construction. RHI Magnesita’s joint venture with BPI, Inc. is a model of circular economy in construction, focusing on recirculating refractories and raw materials across North America. This partnership exemplifies circular construction strategies aimed at lowering the embodied carbon in materials and directly reducing the carbon footprint of...

Rytoriacap’s acquisition of the Blossburg foundry from ASC Engineered Solutions represents a strategic shift towards circular economy in construction and advanced metal recycling. This development reflects growing industry commitment to low carbon construction materials through closed-loop systems and underpins a significant drive to reduce embodied carbon and improve whole life carbon outcomes in major infrastructure. Expertise in circular metal processing is expected to boost resource...

The Thames Tideway Tunnel, known as London’s “super sewer” project, exemplifies the application of whole life carbon assessment and green finance to deliver major sustainable construction. The launch of the UK’s first ‘Blue Bond’ secures funding for essential upgrades to London’s Victorian infrastructure, illustrating how sustainable building design and life cycle cost analysis can work hand in hand to achieve environmental sustainability in construction. This move underscores the...

The construction sector is demonstrating leadership in environmental sustainability in construction with landmark projects, such as Costain’s Marazanvose Green Bridge in Cornwall, prioritising green infrastructure and sustainable building design. By integrating eco-design for buildings that support biodiversity and recreation, the sector is answering the call for sustainable construction practices that balance transport needs with eco-friendly construction. Real-world innovations are helping...

The sustainable construction sector is witnessing rapid transformation, driven by projects that prioritise whole life carbon and embodied carbon reduction. Recent winners of the Exemplar Sustainable Buildings Awards have raised standards for sustainable building design by excelling in eco-design for buildings, deploying low embodied carbon materials, and advancing energy-efficient buildings. These projects underline the industry’s commitment to environmental sustainability in construction,...