Resource Library
Explore a range of resources from the UKGBC, including in-depth guidance and technical studies.
Biodiversity Net Gain Factsheets
A series of resources to explain the key concepts of Biodiversity Net Gain to help the built environment comply and exceed Biodiversity Net Gain regulations.

UKGBC’s Annual Operating Plan 2023/24
As we do each year, UKGBC is excited to share our plan for making impact…

Circular economy metrics for buildings
Transitioning to a circular economy is key to helping reduce our global resource use and…

Response to Government Consultation on National Planning Policy Framework
As the collective voice of the UK’s built environment sector, UKGBC urges the Government to…

Powering Up Britain – Policy Analysis
On 30th March, 2023, the UK Government announced a wide range of policies and strategies…

Bitesize Learning Guides
UKGBC’s Bitesize Learning Guides are a growing suite of introductory-level sustainability resources designed to build knowledge and confidence across industry on key sustainability topics.

System Enablers for a Circular Economy
A toolkit that examines the barriers to a circular economy, and present eight key enablers…

Response to BEIS Consultation on ECO+
We welcome the new ECO+ scheme as an addition to the urgently needed support for…

Decarbonising the built environment Government policy scorecard
A scorecard analysis of Government action against the policy recommendations in UKGBC’s Whole Life Carbon Roadmap and the big challenges and opportunities ahead.

Response to Government’s Net Zero Review
On behalf of its members, UKGBC has responded to the government’s Call for Evidence as…

The Nature Recovery and Climate Resilience Playbook
This toolkit is designed to empower local authorities and planning officers to enhance climate resilience and better protect nature across their local area.

Building the case for Net Zero: Closing the gap towards net zero carbon new-build homes
Findings from a study examining the design and cost implications of significantly reducing carbon across new homes.

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