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25 July, 2022

G4C Net Zero Knowledge Sharing sessions

We’re super excited to kick off the Net Zero Knowledge Sharing sessions and everyone who’s interested is welcome to join! To sign up, please follow this link: https://forms.office.com/r/BLepK3UJFh So what are Net Zero Knowledge Sharing Sessions you may ask? We’ll embark on a learning journey surrounding industry-leading voices and each other’s experiences. Over the course of … Continue reading “G4C Net Zero Knowledge Sharing sessions”

12 July, 2022

Award Winner Case Study 2022: Wolsingham Sewage Treatment Works (STW)

Our series of case studies look at the key learning points from our 2021 award winners. Wolsingham STW, located by the River Wear between Crook and Stanhope in North-West Durham, contains a biological filtration plant serving a population equivalent of 2,259. The objectives were to drive quality,cut the programme to meet the consent date deadline … Continue reading “Award Winner Case Study 2022: Wolsingham Sewage Treatment Works (STW)”

12 July, 2022

Procuring SMEs – Insight into better procurement for SMEs

The Constructing Excellence Procurement Group explored the challenge of procuring SMEs on 11th May 2022. SMEs bring tremendous value and innovation to projects but often struggle to break into larger contracts and frameworks. Two of CE’s members, LHC and Cara EPS shared the industry-leading ways they approach this issue. Download the report: Procuring SMEs – … Continue reading “Procuring SMEs – Insight into better procurement for SMEs”

21 June, 2022

Construction Innovation Hub Celebrates Value Toolkit

– Delivering Tools to Meet Tomorrow’s Challenges, Today     This week, the Construction Innovation Hub is celebrating the completion of the Value Toolkit, following a successful development programme with over 200 industry partners. The announcements include the launch of a new BSI flex standard to underpin value-based decisions making in the sector. Bringing together … Continue reading “Construction Innovation Hub Celebrates Value Toolkit”

20 June, 2022

Award Winner Case Study 2022: New Pooley Bridge – Key Learning Points

Our series of case studies look at the key learning points from our 2021 award winners. Described as “the “Jewel-in-the-Crown” of Cumbria County Council’s Infrastructure RecoveryProgramme, and the “Peoples’ Bridge”, Pooley Bridge is the UK’s first stainless-steel road bridge. We can learn from its innovative design and use of materials to build more “future-proof” projects … Continue reading “Award Winner Case Study 2022: New Pooley Bridge – Key Learning Points”

19 May, 2022

Award Winner Case Study 2022: GT3 Architects – Key Learning Points

  Our series of case studies look at the key learning points from our 2021 award winners. GT3 Architects is a growing, award-winning and ambitious business, with a drive to redefine architectural practice. From studios in Newcastle and Nottingham, GT3 Architects champions an inclusive, sustainable and engaging way of doing business. We can learn from … Continue reading “Award Winner Case Study 2022: GT3 Architects – Key Learning Points”

3 May, 2022

CIH: Product Platform Rulebook publication marks new era of collaboration and innovation

  The Construction Innovation Hub has today published the beta Product Platform Rulebook for consultation. Developed with the Hub’s industry partners, the Rulebook addresses the Government’s ambitions – set out in the Construction Playbook and TIP Roadmap – to accelerate the development and adoption of solutions to deliver our future schools, hospitals and homes – … Continue reading “CIH: Product Platform Rulebook publication marks new era of collaboration and innovation”