News archive for May, 2025
Progress in Reducing Emissions – But What about Timing?
Posted on May 30th 2025
We have been reflecting on our portfolio of CO₂ assessments and the general industry trajectory over the last couple of years, and found that: There is anecdotal evidence that embodied CO2e is lower today vs 2-3 years ago for new projects; There has been a reduction in regulated operational CO2 performance because of new Building Regulations and enhanced planning requirements; …
SAP to Continue with HEM
Posted on May 30th 2025
The Government quietly announced this month that the Future Home Standard (FHS) will use an updated SAP alongside the Home Energy Model (HEM). The release of the FHS should be expected later this year. Retention of SAP should result in a smoother transition for developers, with less uncertainty of results and without the additional cost of procuring HEM calculations. It …
Planning Success for Southbend
Posted on May 30th 2025
We are pleased to have supported AR18 in securing planning consent for their proposed new Warehouse in Kings Langley. The approved two-storey development is tailored to house their advanced warehouse, workshops, assembly areas and office space, all within a single, efficient site. Set into the sloping landscape, the building exemplifies environmental responsibility and innovative design. It is set to achieve …