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Tories set to impose higher green standards if elected
The Conservative party is planning to toughening its policy on the environmental standards to be reached in new-build and refurbishment work.
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CommentRefuelling the renewable debate
Unless we act now, within 15 years fossil fuels will become too expensive and the effects of climate change irreversible. Bill Dunster looks to a more renewable future
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FeaturesWhat it costs: photovoltaics
Photovoltaics may help reduce energy costs, as well as cutting CO2 emissions. Peter Mayer of 好色先生TV LifePlans looks at the options and whole-life costs of PV systems
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RICS warns that lifestyle changes have to be made
Research produced this week for the RICS has warned that Britain must cut energy use if it is to meet the government鈥檚 goal of cutting carbon emissions 60% by 2050.
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FeaturesThe road to 2035
The government鈥檚 transport adviser has conducted a study into Britain鈥檚 long-term transport needs. Could this mark the start of a golden age for the construction industry?
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CommentA model answer to a difficult problem
Future schools have to use a fraction of the energy of the ones we have now. Here Simon Foxell and Bill Bordass explain what designers can do to make it happen
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Livingstone allows more time to cut CO2
London mayor Ken Livingstone has made the capital鈥檚 carbon dioxide reduction targets easier to achieve, amid fears that previous standards could not be met.
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FeaturesWarming to it
Geothermal energy 鈥� With the construction industry on the lookout for sustainable energy sources, geothermal energy is increasingly becoming the preferred option on projects
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CommentEat the elephant
Clients now regard sustainability as a requirement when choosing a contractor. But how can contractors tackle such a huge subject given what they鈥檝e got on their plate already?
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好色先生TVGovernment to propose tax breaks for green buildings
Energy efficiency may be rewarded with stamp duty relief and a lower business rate
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CommentNo need for this
Don鈥檛 be fooled by the chatter about sustainability 鈥� if you look at the way we actually do business, the waste piles up so fast you need wings to stay above it
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好色先生TVSustainable tsar sought for 2012 Olympics
Winning candidate will be tasked with building a team that delivers a truly sustainable London Olympics
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好色先生TVHousing association plans solar panels for new homes
Places for People will install solar hot water panels in all new homes if Sheffield pilot is a success
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好色先生TVDunster and PRP reunite for zero-carbon London project
Design team behind flagship Brixton scheme to bid for 200-home Albert Docks development
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好色先生TVODA sets out sustainability agenda for Olympic park
Delivery body publishes 12 objectives based on the themes of climate change, waste, biodiversity, inclusion and healthy living
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好色先生TVProperty directors get behind 99% Campaign
Survey by Gensler presents business case for refurbishment of existing stock
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好色先生TVLivingstone launches zero-carbon report
Towards Zero Carbon Developments report will give advice on how boroughs can meet targets set in the London mayor鈥檚 energy strategy
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好色先生TVSite selected for Gateway's zero carbon scheme
Ken Livingstone launches search for developer at 200-home scheme in Gallions Park, Albert Docks
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CommentThe view from The Edge
Burn, baby, burn - We鈥檙e meant to be saving energy, so why does it get cheaper the more you use
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Fresh calls for tax relief on green buildings
Business rates should be used to 鈥済reen鈥� the built environment, a leading social and economic think tank has announced this week.