A transatlantic research network is finding ways to repurpose decommissioned wind turbine blades as footbridges.
As the government scales up wind farm development, the challenge of disposing of turbine blades when they reach the end of their lives is gaining urgency. Turbine blades are primarily made of glass fibre reinforced polymer…
Low carbon concrete mixes being trialled on a flood alleviation scheme in Northumberland could be a key environmental solution for future projects.
Heavy rainfall during Storm Desmond in December 2015 made the River Tyne overtop its banks north of Hexham town centre in Northumberland. The Bridge End and Tyne Mills…
The UK Infrastructure Bank (UKIB) has recently celebrated its second anniversary and is just starting to hit its stride in terms of building the team needed to provide the funding that will deliver its aims.
The remit the bank was given at its launch in June 2021 was clear. It…
The United Arab Emirates (UAE) has advanced rapidly regarding urban development and infrastructure, positioning itself as a global trade and transportation hub. However, high energy consumption associated with such rapid growth poses challenges, particularly around climate change and sustainability. Reliance on air conditioning, coupled with low-efficiency façades and the energy…
A material made from the cell walls of plants is helping reduce the carbon footprint of roads in Rotherham.
Can asphalt really be carbon negative? If asphalt specialists SteelPhalt are to be believed, the answer is yes. SteelPhalt in collaboration with Rotherham Metropolitan Borough Council (RMBC) is trialling the use of…
The UK is committed to reaching net zero greenhouse gas emissions by 2050.
Some of the changes which will affect the public during this transition will be decided nationally by the government. But many solutions will also require personal choices. Much of the progress in reducing emissions so far has happened…
Algeco temporary buildings use smart technology to improve energy efficiency and reduce carbon emissions.
Building contractors are always seeking new ways to lower energy consumption from temporary site buildings and permanent structures. Integrating smart technology into their site accommodation is a highly effective and relatively low cost way to achieve this.…
Bam, Arup and Tarmac have worked with the Environment Agency to trial the use of two low carbon concrete mixes for permanent works at the Hexham flood alleviation Scheme in Northumberland.
The trials, delivered by the Environment Agency’s Collaborative Delivery Framework Hub A - a cooperation between the agency, Arup and…
Standards body BSI has published a revised PAS 2080 standard for carbon management, with help from the ICE. It will give built environment professionals the tools and knowledge they need to accelerate the decarbonisation of buildings and infrastructure. PAS 2080 was the world’s first specification for managing whole-life carbon in…
A road project in Perth has become a case study for future Scottish infrastructure projects due its carbon-focused procurement approach.
Motorists in Perth, central Scotland often face long queues because the road network directs high volumes of local traffic into the city centre. The River Tay cuts through the town from…
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