Materials
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Wienerberger has backed proposed reforms to European emissions-trading system rules. The measures cover ceramic-product benchmarks, industrial electrification, funding, and the future allocation of carbon allowances.
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Government is examining digital records for products used in construction. The consultation covers traceability, compliance data, sustainability information, business costs, and alignment with forthcoming European requirements.
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UK construction output is forecast to contract sharply throughout 2026. Housing, renovation, finance, and material costs are weakening activity, while infrastructure remains the principal area of growth.
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GreenVibe has raised $12m to expand concrete monitoring technology globally. Its embedded sensors combine five measurement methods to provide frequent strength and structural-status updates during curing.
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European recyclers want stricter targets for inert construction waste recovery. Their proposals include public procurement requirements, national strategies, electronic registries, and stronger quality standards.
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BUILDERS will test producer-responsibility models for plastic construction products Europe-wide. Demonstrators will cover flooring, pipes, and sanitary equipment across four countries during the €5m programme.
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Actis wants overheating to carry greater weight in housing specifications. Reflective insulation can contribute to passive heat control, although glazing, shading, ventilation, orientation, and internal gains remain critical.
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Structural timber manufacturers have taken their housing case to Westminster. Faster assembly and lower embodied carbon sit alongside continuing demands for assurance, moisture control, skills, insurance, and manufacturing capacity.
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Brett has opened a new rail aggregates route into Chichester. The first 1,034-tonne limestone delivery establishes a South Coast distribution hub serving regional construction demand.
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Ecocem has deployed ACT cement across a full residential development. The 9,000m³ concrete programme near Paris is estimated to cut embodied carbon by 55% against the original specification.