Low Carbon Insulation

Published 26 July 2023 | No comments
Written by Jack Endean
CategoriesCarbon reduction Conserve of resources Lower embodied carbon content materials
This contractor is using STEICOflex, which is a low carbon insulation made from a flexible wood fibre insulation. Its excellent thermal properties help reduce heating costs and CO2 emissions and due to photosynthesis, STEICOflex also stores CO2: trees absorb CO2 during photosynthesis and the carbon stays in the end product. The product is also carbon negative as more CO2 is...

Construction Podcast to Encourage the Next Generation

Published 13 April 2023 | No comments
Written by Jack Endean
CategoriesColleges and universities Community engagement Documented activities and targets for community engagement Promoting construction as a career choice
This contractor has been working with Bearsden Academy to delivery a podcast with their site delivery team to encourage the next generation to consider construction as a career path. The podcast takes place with a different member of staff each time as they tell the audience more about their job roles. Most people now listen to podcasts and therefore this...

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