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On the University of Salford SEE project they are using Green D+ fuel as part of its plans to improve local air quality and reduce the carbon footprint of the construction process. Green D+ HVO is an enhanced Hydrotreated Vegetable Oil manufactured from 100% renewable and sustainable waste derived raw materials, accepted by the Road Transport Fuel Obligation and certified…

The contractor are in discussion with Geopura to bring a new hydrogen generator to site to replace a diesel unit, thereby producing zero emissions. There are a limited number of these units in use and only a handful of sites have trialled them in the country. The hydrogen is delivered by tanker, and manufactured using a renewable energy source. To…

On this project floor screeding is being carried using a self-contained large lorry which is computer and remotely controlled to mix sand and cement in 45 seconds and then pumps the screed to the workplace. The lorry arrives on site preloaded with cement and sand. Whilst the vehicle returns to the depot to be filled with cement the sand can…

This project is reducing their carbon emissions by using an alternative fuel to diesel. They have started trialling the use of Green Diesel and Hydrotreated Vegetable Oil (HVO). HVO is a fossil free fuel made from 100% renewable raw materials and will be supplied to the project for use in both their generators and other plant machinery. Throughout the trial…

In order to provide a better work environment for staff on the project they decided to implement a wellbeing activity. This activity looked at the beneficial impact of natural vegetation (notably indoor plants) and it’s beneficial physiological effects on employee wellbeing. Poor indoor air quality can have negative impacts upon our health therefore these plants have been specifically chosen for…

The project team successfully trialled an electric forklift on site at Western Yards. The forklift has zero emissions at point of use, is battery powered and provides up to 8 hours of run time. The electricity supply at Western Yards is on a green tariff, meaning that the electric forklift provides a 100% reduction in emissions compared to a diesel…

As an internal wall finish the project team have carried out a method of preparing the internal walls for finish, which was the Knauf Airless Finish which is a highly efficient spray applied alternative to traditional plaster for finishing walls and ceilings. From a CO2 perspective, transport costs will be similar to traditional products. This is because the airless plaster…

In addition to the tower crane on site, this project have also used an additional electric mobile tower crane. This was hired to feed the opposite side of the building and to work in conjunction with the tower crane already in use. Whilst the crane uses diesel to drive between sites, once parked and working, the crane runs off of…

Due to the site having two sections that are a 1 mile round trip and the site manager having medical issues the site team purchased an electric bike. Visiting between sites can happen several times a day and can add up to 10 plus miles during the course of the day. Having the electric bike also assists with a faster…

As part of an ongoing commitment to workforce welfare, the Garrard House project team wanted to collect continuous, real-time data on indoor environmental quality in the construction site offices and welfare. Eight commercial-grade Indoor Air Quality (IAQ) monitors were installed by Arbnco to monitor air quality, ventilation and thermal comfort (CO2, temperature, humidity, PM1, PM2.5, PM10 (Particulate Matter) and TVOC…

Mace have developed an ‘Air Quality Action Plan’ to encourage the provision of clean and healthy work environments whilst reducing exposure to respiratory hazards on site. The document covers minimum compliance (mandatory actions) and best practice covering the following topics: Identifying receptors and risks HVAC systems and fresh air supply Baseline testing and continuous monitoring Developing proposals to control identified…

On this project they are using a lazer level with a vacuum suction function which instantly attaches to any surface without causing damage at the press of a button. The product has built-in levels and a hole you drill through with automatically collects the dusts keeping the work environment dust free. The electrician and mechanical engineer now also use this…

The A46 Upgrade & Anstey Lane Widening contract are currently using a Bomag BW 174 AP hybrid tandem roller. This tandem roller combines an innovative hydraulic accumulator with a diesel engine to create a highly efficient drive unit. The diesel engine covers the base load and the hydraulic hybrid accumulators the peak load with the result that fuel consumption and…

As part of the traffic management system for the construction of a new grade separated junction on the A1 to the west of Grantham, a 50-mph speed limit is in place. This speed limit is enforced using remote speed cameras powered by a combination of solar panels and hydrogen fuel cells. This combination is noiseless in operation and omits no…

Following the results of a recent Non-Road Mobile Machinery audit, Battersea Phase 3a was chosen for inclusion in the Greater London Authority’s new air quality campaign, Cleaner Construction for London. The campaign selected our project as a flagship to help promote exceptional emission standards operating in London to the wider UK, and international construction industry. The purpose of this is…