Call for overhaul of EPCs

The Building Research Establishment calls for significant reforms to EPCs, advocating a five-year validity, updated headline ratings, enhanced data use for retrofit planning and improved accessibility

UK-China deal heralds £200m green building boost

Up to £200 million of work could be created for the UK’s green building supply chain companies following a deal signed with China. UK construction firm, Building Research Establishment (BRE), is to set up a new training and research and development centre in the southern Chinese city of Shenzhen. The facility will provide training on […]

New national solar centre to boost renewable generation

A new solar research hub has been launched in the UK which is believed could help boost renewable energy generation in the country. The Building Research Establishment’s (BRE) National Solar Centre is aimed to provide support for UK solar industries in a worldwide market, support the development of future standards to increase quality PV installations, […]