by Anthony Waterman | Jul 9, 2025
The much-anticipated BREEAM UK New Construction Version 7 (V7) has now been released, and it represents far more than a technical update. It signals a significant shift in how the construction industry must approach value, performance, and long-term resilience. For...
by Anthony Waterman | Jul 2, 2025
1. Introduction The Halcyan Water Conditioner is a passive, inline water-treatment unit that modifies mineral-ion behaviour to prevent limescale deposition. Unlike traditional softeners or magnetic systems, it requires no electricity, chemical dosing, or ongoing...
by Anthony Waterman | Mar 1, 2025
1. Introduction Enterprise data centres are a critical component of digital infrastructure, yet they carry a substantial embodied carbon footprint. This paper evaluates the embodied carbon of IT equipment in data centres, focusing on Lifecycle Stages A1–A5 (raw...
by Anthony Waterman | Feb 27, 2025
In a significant update for the UK residential construction sector, the Home Quality Mark (HQM) will transition to BREEAM UK New Construction: Residential from April 2025. This change is part of the Building Research Establishment (BRE)’s commitment to enhancing...
by Cliff Kitson | Aug 28, 2024
One of the most important resources we have in any battle is information. Our battle against climate change is no different. Our knowledge of the materials or products we use is vital in understanding how best to use these resources, and even how they can be reused....
by Cliff Kitson | Aug 19, 2024
Many people believe that Carbon Capture Materials are key pieces of the puzzle when it comes to effective and long-term environmental stewardship. Certainly, in the long-term, this does seem to be the case, although, still with some challenges and hurdles to be...
