The Timber in Construction Steering Group was established to create the conditions to increase the use of timber in construction whilst ensuring the highest degree of building safety and property protection; to examine regulatory and standardisation standards challenges; and to maximise the use of home-grown timber in construction. The Steering Group is made up of […]
Over recent decades, timber has emerged as an increasingly popular construction material, as engineers discover new ways to exploit its versatility, strength and visual appeal to build larger wooden structures. But beyond the aesthetic or engineering factors, timber brings a range of environmental, economic and performance-related benefits that support its use as a sustainable and […]
Practical Approaches to Remanufacturing & Circular Economy in Construction takes place on Wednesday, October 11 · 9:30am - 1pm at Louis Fitzgerald Hotel, 1A Naas Road D22 X5N7 Newlands Cross. Register Together, building and construction are responsible for approx. 39% of global greenhouse gas emissions and the adoption of approaches to reduce this level are […]
Retrofitting Ireland: Building resilience in Irish homes is an event taking place on Friday, July 28 · 10am - 12:15pm at University of Limerick, hosted by Seán Kelly MEP and partnered with Allied Irish Bank (AIB). Retrofitting Ireland: Building resilience in Irish homes Register here Buildings are responsible for approximately 40% of EU energy consumption […]
