Issue #8
We’re bringing you a power-packed December newsletter, as we bid farewell to an extraordinary year.
Join us as we explore our latest developments in engineering and sustainability — from addressing climate change in healthcare and higher education estates, to supporting one of the UK’s largest homebuilders with their building safety repairs pledge.
Wrapping up the year on a high, we’re looking forward to gearing up for an even more impactful 2024. See you there! ????
A tale of climate resilience and adaptation: University of Nottingham
In the face of a rapidly changing climate, the University of Nottingham has stepped forward to demonstrate a commitment to resilience and innovation. Together, we embarked on a ground-breaking journey that will adapt and futureproof their estate against the impending impacts of climate change.
Watch the video case study here ??
Estates of tomorrow: Shaping sustainable legacies
We joined a roundtable discussion focused on preparing property estates for the future. Collaborating with industry experts, we explored challenges, emerging trends, and opportunities to create sustainable legacies.
The key takeaways include the role of estate custodianship, influencing tenant behaviour, data-driven decision-making, clean and secure energy procurement, and the importance of flexibility in adapting to change.
Read all about it here ??
#Estates #Sustainbility #EnergyProcurement #CleanEnergy
Adapting healthcare estates for climate change
With rising temperatures and increased extreme weather events, we need to address the vulnerabilities of our healthcare facilities.
Our healthcare sector lead, Mark Walker sheds light on the essential task of adapting estates to the impacts of climate change and the importance of a risk management approach.
Unpack the practical steps and engineering solutions to ensure the resilience of our healthcare infrastructure here ??
#ClimateChange #NHS #Healthcare #ClimateAdaptation
Fire safety expertise empowers Bellway's building safety pledge
Our fire safety team in the south-east is supporting national housebuilding giant Bellway to fulfil its Building Safety Pledge commitment.
Managing Director of the Building Safety Division at Bellway, Bill Kenneally, expressed delight in working with Hydrock to ensure their buildings align with post-Grenfell requirements. Our partnership emphasises a shared commitment to building safety excellence, as Bellway remains on track to achieve its volume target of 11,000 new homes in the financial year 2023.
Read more about it here ??
#BuildingSafety #BuildingSafetyAct #Residential
Decarbonising heat: Addressing the woolly mammoth in the room
An expert in district heating networks, Charlie Drysdale delves into the critical issue of heat decarbonisation at scale.
Recognising its pivotal role in achieving net-zero targets, the article discusses recent policy clarity, regulatory advances, and the need for a strategic focus on defining the optimal path for tackling the heat issue.
Learn how ‘fabric-with’ solutions could pave the way for a cleaner, greener future here ??
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#Decarbonisation #HeatDecarbonisation #NetZeroTargets
PAS 2080: Cultivating carbon management excellence
Carbon verification and management expert, Matthew Pygott shares our perspective on successfully implementing PAS 2080:2023, the globally recognised standard for carbon management in the built environment
Explore key insights into the challenges faced by Tier 1 and Tier 2 contractors, the importance of a company-wide approach, stretching boundaries for proactive engagement, and the significance of meeting PAS standards.
Read about it here ??
#CarbonManagement #PAS #BuiltEnvironment #PASStandards
Tougher standards for sustainability targets: A call to action
One of our carbon benchmarking specialists, Viviana Salome Cabrera Zurita advocates for stronger sustainability standards in an interview with Place North East.
Drawing on her international journey and experiences, she highlights the challenges in prioritising short-term profit over sustainability.
Cabrera calls for industry alignment, adopting initiatives like the UKGBC Net Zero Buildings Standard, and emphasises the need for clear policies to reduce carbon emissions and address social and economic inequalities.
Read more about it here ??
#Sustainability #NetZeroBuildingsStandard #NetZero
Get set for SuDS in England
Following in the footsteps of Wales, we're on course to witness the mandatory inclusion of sustainable drainage systems (SuDS) in developments across England from 2024.
By including these drainage solutions early in a development plan, you can improve the public realm, meet biodiversity and water quality targets whilst minimising the loss of developable land.
We unpack what this regulatory change will mean in England here ??
#SuDs #SustainableDrainage #Development
Hydrock crowned Engineering Consultant of the Year at Building Awards 2023
What a way to end 2023 on a high. We’re over the moon to share that Hydrock has clinched the coveted title of Engineering Consultant of the Year at the Building Awards 2023.
This accolade celebrates our relentless pursuit of innovation, sustainability, and making a positive impact through our projects. From pioneering the climate risk study at Nottingham University’s Jubilee Campus to leading in the adoption of the Building Safety Act, our team's commitment shines through.
Read more about it here ??
#BuildingAwards #Innovation #Sustainability #EngineeringConsultancy
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