Dr Jerry Harrall of SEArch architects describes how simple, low invasive design techniques such as using extruded polystyrene as external insulation transformed the cost of living and quality of life for residents of a 200 year old house in High Wycombe.Read More

Combined heat and power (CHP) systems have the potential to reduce carbon emissions significantly, as well as being able to displace a proportion of Grid-supplied electricity with locally generated, lower carbon electricity. Paul Riding, head of innovation, Calor, discusses.Read More

Graham Fisher, business development director, CME   Sanitary Systems, looks at how greywater management can help with meeting the requirements for a sustainable build, whatever the weather.Read More

Julie Dempster, marketing manager, Forbo Flooring Systems looks at the environmental benefits of linoleum.Read More

Consideration should be given to the sustainability credentials of the materials used between and around buildings, as well as to those used in the construction of those buildings. For precast concrete paving, the benefits are wide-ranging, says Colin Nessfield, secretary, Interpave.Read More

A review of insulation materials reveals that PIR provides a simple solution to constructing greener buildings, says Dale Kaszycki, marketing manager, EcoTherm Insulation (UK).Read More

John Durbin, engineering department manager, Daikin UK, argues that ‘whole building thinking’, incorporating the use of heat recovery systems, can pave the way to meeting legislative demands on energy-efficiency and carbon reduction.Read More

Wool, if it were to be invented tomorrow, would be hailed as an environmental super material, says Mark Lynn, commercial and technical director, Second Nature.

In Watford, just north of London, a remarkable building has recently been completed.Read More

Individual grasses in mixtures have a vital role to play in developing and maintaining a healthy landscape, whilst floral displays are vital for allowing the creation of mini-eco systems to encourage natural biodiversity within busy city and town environments.Read More

Denise Freeman, head of marketing, Sto discusses how wsing External Wall Insulation Systems can address the big issue of inefficient housing stock.Read More