Buildings

Analysis of government data indicates rented commercial buildings in England and Wales - particularly offices - are far behind in delivering on Minimum Energy Efficiency Standards (MEES) for 2030

Acting Climate Minister confirms plans to connect more public sector buildings to district heat systems and introduce new target to decarbonise heating systems by 2045

Government promises to fast-track measures to streamline environmental rules for planning and infrastructure in response to Corry Review

New £400m loan guarantee from National Wealth Fund to unlock £500m of investment in green upgrades for social housing groups

Ordnance Survey provides new data on 40 million roofs, revealing which properties are most suitable for solar installations and green retrofits

The Conservative Party leader's repudiation of the UK's net zero target undermines the decades of financial, cultural, and infrastructural investment in decarbonising the UK, writes UK Green Building Council (UKGBC) chief executive Smith Mordak

Last year marked the first time building-related emissions appeared to decouple from growth across the sector, although it remains far off track to meet global climate goals, according to UNEP

National Wealth Fund and The Housing Finance Corporation launch social housing retrofit facility backed by £150m financial guarantee

Government unveils new plans to increase timber use across the construction sector in support of net zero targets

Research from the Centre for Ageing Better and think tank Demos finds network of 'Good Home Hubs' could help UK improve housing stock and meet climate goals