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Navigating the challenges around hard-to-recycle materials
Learn about some of the discussion topics at UKGBC’s most recent Academic Research Forum, looking at a variety of research on hard-to-recycle materials.
27 Mar, 2024
What are the environmental impacts of construction materials? An introduction to Embodied Ecological Impacts
What are Embodied Ecological Impacts? Building on the concept of embodied carbon, embodied ecological impacts…
12 Feb, 2024
Why is social value so crucial when developing and managing commercial real estate?
Knight Frank’s Kalli Stuart explores the importance of social value in commercial real estate.
8 Feb, 2024
Biodiversity Net Gain: Are you ready for the incoming legislation?
With the new legislation coming in in February 2024, organisations must understand what the legislation means for them and for nature.
31 Jan, 2024
What does it take to scale a sustainable start-up in the built environment?
Both developing new innovations and more widely implementing existing solutions are an important part of…
11 Jan, 2024
Reflecting on COP28: Insights from UKGBC’s delegation to Dubai
UKGBC’s Chief Executive and Deputy Chief Executive discuss what COP28 was like, what they learnt about the built environment and what are our next steps.
18 Dec, 2023
Every job is a sustainability job: what skills and knowledge are needed for the green transition?
On Skills and Education Day at COP28, UKGBC outlines its vision of a built environment industry in which all stakeholders are equipped with the skills and knowledge to deliver climate action
8 Dec, 2023
The Path to Net-Zero: How landlords can overcome cost concerns and lead the way in sustainability
Mark Bruno of Ampersand Partners reflects on how landlords can drive sustainability across their portfolios.
29 Nov, 2023
Building the Movement ahead of COP28
As COP28 approaches, I’ve been moved by many people sharing how frustrated and upset they…
17 Nov, 2023
Why Incorporating ESG Data is Crucial for Your Net Zero Strategy
UKGBC member Globechain outline the importance of ESG data in driving positive environmental and social outcomes and avoid greenwashing.
23 Oct, 2023
What does it mean to be 100% circular? Metrics, Benchmarks and Indicators for the Circular Economy
A circular economy embodies the fundamental principles of minimising waste and preserving the value of…
22 Sep, 2023
Turning the tide against business as usual: UKGBC’s Systems Change programme
UKGBC addresses the barriers to radical transformation in the UK built environment and how they will be addressed in our new programme: A Sustainable Built Environment through Systems Change.
12 Sep, 2023