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Sustainable corridor planning is about more than transportation – it impacts economic development, housing, and livability. Learn more about what we’re doing in Kansas and Missouri. #transportation #planning Stantec Adam Jones, AICP #TOD #mobility Stantec

FUNDING: It only counts if it happens. We need more projects becoming VIABLE and moving to IMPLEMENTATION. If we are to move into Delivery at Scale, we need to: 1. Quantify all the direct benefits 2. Piggyback Decarbonisation onto other projects to minimize the marginal costs 3. Think beyond just full grant funding => https://lnkd.in/essMxMF5 #Viability #Retrofit #Decarbonise Annabel Thorne Peter Dunn (MRICS, MCIOB) Jack Saunders Tom Aram David Gilbey Daniel Lockwood MRICS Shiro Pillay Nichola Fawcett Rebecca Magee Manuel Caucci Sara Dawson Rosie Andrews Kingsley Thomas AtkinsRéalis UK Green Building Council (UKGBC)

Sustainability and the Built Environment – What’s Next in Hertfordshire? Join politicians, developers, planners, and technical experts from across Hertfordshire for a transformative journey as we delve into the heart of sustainability in development at the 2024 Building Futures Conference: “Sustainability and the Built Environment – What’s Next in Hertfordshire?" on FRIDAY 28th JUNE 2024 in Stevenage. The conference will comprise a mixture of thought provoking speakers discussing policy, local case studies and actionable insights together with opportunities for questions and discussion. Speakers will include #HertfordshireGrowthBoard, Mitsubishi Electric, Historic England, Tewinbury Farm Hotel, #VisitHerts, Gascoyne Estates, #GoodArchitecture, Tarmac, Natural England, Mace, Hertfordshire Building Control, Hertfordshire County Council, Herts and Middlesex Wildlife Trust, BRE, Environment Agency, AECOM, Hertfordshire Local Enterprise Partnership, North Hertfordshire College #PublicHealth, #LeadLocalFloodAuthority in four key sessions - Hertfordshire's rich heritage - Nurturing Nature - Carbon and new developments - Designing for climate change followed by a plenary discussion This year's conference is FREE (including lunch) but places are limited and must be booked in advance. For more details or to book a place email buildingfutures@hertfordshire.gov.uk Hertfordshire Building Futures is an initiative of the County and District Councils in Hertfordshire. #Hertfordshire #SustainableDevelopments #SUDS #BNG #LNRS #PASSIVHAUS #FutureHomesStandard #sustainableconstruction #HIDB

QOTD: Can you share an example of a collaboration or partnership that was instrumental in the success of a brownfield redevelopment project? 🏗️💡 We're talking about the power of teamwork and collaboration in revitalizing underutilized spaces and turning them into thriving communities! 🌆 Share your story with us and let's celebrate the successes of brownfield redevelopment projects! 💪 #BrownfieldRedevelopment #CollaborationMatters #Sustainability #EconomicGrowth

With the increasing importance of building sustainable communities, there is a growing interest from landowners and housebuilders to create "legacy developments" that prioritize excellent design and construction, ensuring long-term benefits for future generations. The notion of leaving a legacy is not a novel idea. However, in recent years, this concept has evolved, allowing landowners to have more control over the design, construction, and management of projects. This approach enables them to make a positive and lasting impact on their communities while also achieving the necessary financial, social, and environmental objectives.

A very interesting discussion on UK's timber supply and how 81% of our timber products are imported. The reduction in demand for using locally grown timber can be prevented and become a topic of discussion in practice between architects and structural engineers to implement C16 graded timber into our projects. Using local materials will have a positive impact on our carbon footprint, but how do we reduce the possible negative effects on our biodiversity if our demand for UK grown timber increases steeply in the next 30 years?

Climate Change and UK Construction: The building industry is at the forefront of adapting to environmental challenges. In our latest blog post, we explore how climate change is reshaping construction practices in the UK. From implementing sustainable urban drainage systems to designing climate-resilient infrastructure, discover how R&W Group is leading the way in building for a changing future. We discuss the impact of changing precipitation patterns, rising sea levels, and new regulations driving industry innovation. Read the full article on our website to learn how we're tackling these challenges head-on. https://lnkd.in/eZiT457w #ClimateAction #SustainableBuilding

On an assignment basis, we can initiate the land-pooling & sector development plans as per the laid down procedures, which includes and not limited to, engaging in a business conversation with all landowners within the specified sector, and taking forward the initiatives necessary for the implementation of the sector development plans. #delhi #mpd2021 #mpd2041 #delhiconsortiums #landpooling #greenbelt #GDApolicy #TODpolicy #laldora #delhirealestate #reconomics #urbanregeneration #KnowYourMpd2041

On an assignment basis, we can initiate the land-pooling & sector development plans as per the laid down procedures, which includes and not limited to, engaging in a business conversation with all landowners within the specified sector, and taking forward the initiatives necessary for the implementation of the sector development plans. #delhi #mpd2021 #mpd2041 #delhiconsortiums #landpooling #greenbelt #GDApolicy #TODpolicy #laldora #delhirealestate #reconomics #urbanregeneration #KnowYourMpd2041

Building sustainable communities is at the heart of our mission. We recently secured planning for our first community in Cambourne, which encompasses these sustainable principles. The 256-home scheme includes community facilities designed around both private and affordable sustainable homes – 72 of the affordable-rent homes will be designed using Passivhaus principles. Insulation, air-source heat pumps, photovoltaic panels, and sustainable building services and controls will mean the development is both gas-free and energy-efficient. We also set a target to increase biodiversity net gain (BNG) from the development by 20%. The percentage of BNG mandated by the government is 10%. Some of the BNG will be achieved at the development, while the remaining percentage will be delivered nearby. Read more about our Cambourne scheme at www.sc-ip.co.uk #SCIP #SustainableHomes #EnergyEfficient #AffordableHousing #Housebuilding