The United Nations Climate Change Conference often becomes a stage for a display of hypocrisy. As delegates from around the world converge to discuss strategies to combat climate change, a significant number travel in the very symbols of carbon excess.
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Climate change crisis – Roger’s Doomsday Rant
It is often considered weak to say that you are unsure or don’t know, but anyone who says they are certain that man-made CO2 is or isn’t causing climate change is guilty of closing their mind to other possibilities.
Read More »Climate Change Committee Report to Expert Scrutiny says Gas Users
Climate Change Committee experts should scrutinise the economic and technical feasibility of zero-carbon pledges, says the Gas Users Organisation.
Read More »Cut The Climate Change NONSENSE!
Roger rants about climate change and looks at what needs to be done moving forward.
Read More »On-site climate control workwear
A change of season means a change of focus on what you wear on site and Snickers wants to help you keep your cool when the heat is on. From staying warm and dry, Snickers advises thinking about staying cool and dry and looking for working clothes that excel at ventilation and moisture transport to keep you working comfortably wherever …
Read More »Why Are We Building New Homes on Flood Plains?
With climate change amplifying weather events, the UK is experiencing increased flooding. Adapting to this reality requires a comprehensive approach involving urban planning, infrastructural development, and community engagement.
Read More »What Are COP and SCOP and Why Are They So Important?
Coefficient of Performance (COP) and the Seasonal Coefficient of Performance (SCOP) are metrics used to assess the energy efficiency in heating, cooling, and refrigeration systems.
Read More »Extension Build 2024 | The Times They Are A-Changin’
Special thanks to Surrey Bespoke Construction https://www.surreybespoke.co.uk Tel: 01737 448101 ___________________________ Extension Build 2024 | The Times They Are A-Changin’ In 2024, the United Kingdom saw significant changes in its building regulations, marking a pivotal shift towards more sustainable, energy-efficient construction practices. These changes come as part of the government’s broader initiative to tackle climate change and reduce the country’s …
Read More »Build a Better Soakaway in a Day!
Soakaways are an essential yet often under-appreciated component of a drainage system, allowing water to percolate back into the ground. They are crucial for managing excess surface water and preventing damage to other structures.
Read More »Drax ~ The Eco Friendly Power Station That’s the Opposite
Drax Power Station, located in North Yorkshire, England, is one of the largest power plants in the UK. It has been a subject of intense debate and scrutiny over its environmental impact and sustainability claims.
Read More »Air Source Heat Pump Owner’s Experience 5 Years On
Roger interviews an air source heat pump owner who has been heating his house with the system for 5 years.
Read More »Geology Rocks! Can This Free Service Help Your Building Project?
British Geological Survey. An independent research organisation providing objective, expert geoscientific data, information and knowledge.
Read More »Sewage In Our Rivers ~ The Ugly Truth
Polluted waters have been a concern for decades. There's often a lack of awareness among the public regarding the sources and consequences of water pollution. Educating people can help drive solutions and increase pressure for action.
Read More »Green Hydrogen to Be Trialled as a Power Source of the Future at Rockwool’s Bridgend Factory
Research into a new innovation in low-carbon technology will test the potential for the replacement of natural gas with green hydrogen in the manufacturing process of ROCKWOOL insulation at its Bridgend factory.
Read More »How LEED Certification Advances the Circular Economy
With consistent building, learning more about how construction impacts our environment has been on the minds of many industry leaders.
Read More »ROCKWOOL Launches NyRock Technology To Create Lowest Lambda Stone Wool in the UK
ROCKWOOL has launched NyRock technology, an evolution in stone wool composition that delivers the lowest lambda stone wool insulation.
Read More »Building a Garden Office? Sustainability Concerns to Think About When Planning
Choosing a good location is a key stage in the planning process, when it comes to building a garden office.
Read More »A Message to Boris at COP26
Roger is back into heat pumps and looks at the £5000 grants being offered to UK homeowners. Are £5k Grants For Heat Pumps Money Well Spent?
Read More »Putting The Spotlight On Sustainability
With the construction sector set to play a big role in reaching the Government’s net-zero targets, changes are coming in the way we approach housebuilding in the UK.
Read More »Heat Pumps Prohibitively Expensive and Premature
Changing from gas to heat pumps as the preferred home heating for new builds is premature and prohibitively expensive says gas users organisation.
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