All Comment articles – Page 11
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CommentThe retrofit innovations that we need at scale
We have the technology to reduce carbon emissions from our homes but take-up is slow - Sam Stacey looks at the quality of life benefits and the subsidy options
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CommentThe Construction Playbook could be a game-changer
Reform of public sector procurement long overdue but we need action on the ground to make the change happen, says Paul Nash
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CommentThe colour of money: Green finance
Major investors are a driving force behind the net zero revolution as they become increasingly vocal about what they expect from the businesses in which they invest
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CommentThe client’s needs are critical – and right from the start
The year ahead promises to be a bumpy one but the way we adapted to covid-19 shows we have acquired the tools to carve out a robust future
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CommentMaterial considerations are now key to a project’s resilience
Short-term supply disruption could be an early warning of a longer-term problem for the UK’s construction sector, says Simon Rawlinson of Arcadis
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CommentEPCs should be updated not ditched
MPs have slammed them but Energy Performance Certificates could be a powerful tool in tackling climate change, says Martyn Reed
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CommentLessons on net zero offices from 100 Liverpool Street
Some years ago this building would have been demolished and a new one put in its place, now British Land’s first instinct is to reuse existing structures, says Charles Horne
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CommentWhy aren’t tidal energy infrastructure projects on the horizon?
Politicians’ caution means construction firms are missing out and the UK risks missing its carbon reduction targets, says Stuart Murphy
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CommentHeat network regulations – time to re-evaluate?
Recent changes to the rules, and a growing focus on enforcement, mean heat suppliers should assess their obligations more closely
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CommentGet tooled up for the new off-payroll rules
The IR35 system for hiring freelance contractors changes next month, but there are problems with the CEST tool intended to help implement it. What can you do?
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CommentChange the rules on conserving listed buildings to keep our history alive
Listed buildings risk being stranded in the zero‐carbon economy, so we need a flexible approach to meet the challenge of improving them, writes Tony Barton
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CommentShould we be paid more post-covid?
Financial rewards may be in some people’s sights, but many seem focused on making their better work/life balance permanent, says Richard Steer
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CommentPre-construction services: a good idea or a waste of money?
Early contractor engagement can bring considerable benefits – but too much too soon can achieve the opposite, says Iain Parker
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CommentOptimism makes a comeback
It has been a gruelling year of lockdowns, but positive signs for construction mean we can now dare to hope
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CommentWe must find a way to tackle the climate emergency more effectively
Andy Mitchell on why the CLC is launching a campaign to drive carbon out of all parts of the construction sector
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CommentTime for some challenging questions
On International Women’s Day we should be asking what more construction employers can do for women’s careers, says Rachel Bell
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CommentWelcome back Tilbury Douglas, goodbye support services
Some might see a name change as symbolic but with building at the heart of the government’s covid recovery plan, this one shows construction has come full circle
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CommentFire the starting pistol – there’s an amazing year ahead
There is plenty of money, projects in the pipeline and people are gagging to get back up to speed. The end of an appalling 12 months is in sight, says Jack Pringle
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CommentWhat does the VAT reverse charge mean for you?
The domestic reverse charge comes into effect on 1 March – here’s what you need to do
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CommentEssential law: Liquidated damages, part two
Continuing our series on the basics of construction law, Andrew Keeley looks at the consequences of a liquidated damages clause being unenforceable