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The project piloted the use of Breathaboard, a bio-based wallboard made from hemp that provides a low-carbon alternative to traditional plasterboard while delivering comparable performance to EN 520 standards. Designed to store carbon, reduce waste, and improve indoor environments, the product offers a practical and scalable solution for lowering emissions within the construction industry. The installation of 20 Breathaboard panels…
The project selected Vanquish Eco as its new waterproof roof membrane, an innovative product designed to help reduce environmental impact while maintaining the performance of a traditional roofing system. The membrane features a unique surface finish containing magnesium iron silicate granules, which react with carbon dioxide in the atmosphere through a natural process known as mineral carbonation, permanently capturing and…
The project pioneered the use of laser cleaning technology on a construction project to prepare existing steelwork for treatment and reuse. Developed through close collaboration with the supply chain over nearly a year, the technology was adapted specifically for use in a live construction environment. Extensive testing, training, and risk management were undertaken to overcome safety challenges and enable its…
The project is installing ground source heat pumps with a dedicated plant room, supported by boreholes drilled to depths of approximately 205 metres. Using Erda Deep’s patented geo-exchange technology, the system requires up to ten times fewer boreholes and 90% less space than traditional ground source heat pump installations. Black Mountain Renewables is currently the only licensed contractor in the…
The Bennamann Biomethane EV Charger provides an off-grid power solution by generating clean electricity on site using renewable biomethane rather than traditional diesel fuel. This technology is particularly well suited to rural construction projects where access to the national grid is limited or unavailable. By converting biogas into electricity at the point of use, the system delivers reliable, low-carbon power…
This retrofit fuel cell system improves engine efficiency by generating hydrogen on demand through electrolysis and delivering precise amounts into the engine air intake based on throttle input. Requiring no hydrogen storage, the technology is simple, safe and highly adaptable for construction plant. Its modular design, available in three or six-cell configurations, can be scaled to suit different types of…
In exploring ways to reuse materials on construction sites, this contractor introduced a durable polypropylene floor protection system as an alternative to single-use products like correx or cardboard. Its strength and flexibility allow it to be used repeatedly across different site areas such as concrete walkways, carpeted finishes and timber floors. The product is made from recyclable polypropylene, offering far…
This contractor is using high strength lasers to clean rust and imperfections from existing steel beams and columns to prepare them ready for new intumescent paint coverings. This is a technique not ordinarily used on construction sites with its primary application in factory’s or workshops. This is quicker than tradition sand blasting, scrapping and buffing away or stripping with chemicals….
This contractor deployed a containerised substation, housed in a modified 20ft shipping container. This compact substation replaced a traditional substation, providing temporary power during construction, and was utilised for it’s space efficiency, ease of deployment, and ability to be migrated throughout phases of the project lifecycle to new locations to allow permanent works to proceed. This in turn, also minimised…
This contractor has installed facade mounted solar panels to supply their temporary site office and reduce the emissions associated with the electricity consumption. Installing solar panels to supply constructions sites has been done before, however, it is incredibly tricky for fit-out projects with limited access to external space to coordinate this. A significant proportion of emissions associated with construction works…
This contractor is actively utilising the PEX plumbing system across live residential projects, specifically for apartment heating, hot water supply (HWS), and boosted cold water systems. This advanced system simplifies installation, improves safety, and enhances overall productivity. The system is designed for jointless installation, significantly reducing the risk of leaks. It is lighter than traditional pipework, features colour-coded lagging for…
To maintain passenger access between platforms 1 and 2 during the station upgrade works at Deighton, a Layher system scaffold bridge was installed as an alternative to more frequently used tube and fit scaffold systems. This scaffolding system is centred on the highly versatile Allround Connector, which features a ‘rosette’ welded onto the upright component that can safely and securely…
This contractor installed panels that are prefabricated in a controlled factory environment, ensuring high accuracy, zero weather delays, and superior quality compared to traditional on-site methods. This enables construction of up to 15 storeys with installation rates of under two weeks per floor, significantly reducing project timelines, as well as accommodating complex architectural features such as balconies, cantilevers, pitched or…
On this project, the team replaced traditional concrete blinding with Dufaylite Clayboard, a 100% recycled paper honeycomb void former. This lightweight, sustainable material provides a structurally sound void beneath slabs, mitigating ground movement and clay heave without using concrete. The switch eliminated around 5m³ of general concrete mix, reducing the project’s embedded carbon footprint by approximately 6 tonnes. This demonstrated…
On this project, the existing football pitch, made of heavy clay subsoil, was repurposed as a piling mat for the GSHP array. To improve long-term drainage, they implemented terrain aeration: a 1m hollow probe injected compressed air to create microfractures, followed by milled seaweed. As the seaweed degrades, it leaves organic biomass that keeps the fractures open, allowing surface water…