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In order to grab hold of the increasingly worrying situation of uncontrollable greenhouse gas emissions, only radical change can stop the problem. Legislation needs to change in order to incentivise the improvement of building performance.
However one approach is not enough, several approaches are required in order to cater to the diverse range of buildings and their problems in the UK. Examples include calculating Council Tax based on energy performance as well as property value, creating new grants for energy efficient systems and materials, as well as raising awareness of the importance of reducing energy loss. Other legislation can also be placed at a local level, such as encouraging those applying for planning permission, by only granting permission if an energy saving feature is added to the plan to increase overall building performance.
These, as well as other legislation, need to be adopted simultaneously in order to avoid any gaps through the system, much like what we have recently seen on the news regarding tax!
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C20 Society; Buildings at Risk List 2025
10 more buildings published with updates on the past decade of buildings featured.
Boiler Upgrade Scheme and certifications consultation
Summary of government consultation, closing 11 June 2025.
Deputy editor of AT, Tim Fraser, discusses the newly formed society with its current chair, Chris Halligan MCIAT.
Barratt Lo-E passivhaus standard homes planned enmasse
With an initial 728 Lo-E homes across two sites and many more planned for the future.
Government urged to uphold Warm Homes commitment
ECA and industry bodies write to Government concerning its 13.2 billion Warm Homes manifesto commitment.
From project managers to rising stars, sustainability pioneers and more.
Places of Worship in Britain and Ireland, 1929-1990. Book review.
The emancipation of women in art.
Call for independent National Grenfell oversight mechanism
MHCLG share findings of Building Safety Inquiry in letter to Secretary of State and Minister for Building Safety.
The Architectural Technology Awards
AT Awards now open for this the sixth decade of CIAT.
50th Golden anniversary ECA Edmundson awards
Deadline for submissions Friday 30 May 2025.
The benefits of precast, off-site foundation systems
Top ten benefits of this notable innovation.
Encouraging individuals to take action saving water at home, work, and in their communities.
Takes a community to support mental health and wellbeing
The why of becoming a Mental Health Instructor explained.
Mental health awareness week 13-18 May
The theme is communities, they can provide a sense of belonging, safety, support in hard times, and a sense purpose.
Mental health support on the rise but workers still struggling
CIOB Understanding Mental Health in the Built Environment 2025 shows.
Design and construction material libraries
Material, sample, product or detail libraries a key component of any architectural design practice.