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Green Cooling in The UK’s Listed Buildings: Tackling Air Conditioning Challenges In 2025

UK Construction Blog

Homeowners in the UK would love to invest in environmentally friendly cooling options in 2025. This blog delves into the overlap of clean energy and planning controls. However, conventional air conditioning systems are energy-hungry and typically use fossil fuels. Permission is not automatic, and applications take time.

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Secrets of Environmental Permitting Solar Farms

Civil + Structural Engineer

By Ken MacDonald, Regional Director of Environmental Permitting and Compliance with UES First, a secret is only a secret if one doesn’t know it. There are lessons learned, hints discovered, and tips earned through permitting and compliance for tens of thousands of acres of solar energy facilities.

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KMB, Metric Engineering Design EV Hubs: St. Augustine, FL

CCR Magazine

KMB Design Group, LLC (KMB) is excited to announce its collaboration with Metric Engineering for the design of thirteen (13) Electric Vehicle Hubs in the historic city of St. With a focus on innovation, efficiency, and environmental stewardship, KMB is dedicated to shaping a more sustainable future through its engineering expertise.

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Building Smarter: The Role of Modern Architecture in the Future of UK Construction

UK Construction Blog

At the centre of this evolution lies modern architecture, a discipline that is no longer limited to aesthetics or functionality alone but is now an active partner in solving environmental challenges, streamlining building processes, and enhancing community living.

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The Start of Celebration: the 2023 Yearbook of Engineering Achievement

Civil + Structural Engineer

It features elements that maximize the safety, security, and efficiency of the travel process including 100 percent automated screening lanes, 100 percent facial recognition “e-gates” for international departure, an innovative landside terminal design, and 100 percent trackable RFID Independent Carrier System.

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Manchester United New Stadium: £2bn 100,000-Capacity Vision to Replace Old Trafford

UK Construction Blog

Innovative sustainable design features include a distinctive umbrella-like canopy with integrated solar panels, rainwater harvesting systems, and acoustic engineering to amplify crowd atmosphere whilst maintaining environmental responsibility.

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Renovate or Extend? How to Choose the Right Home Improvement for Your Budget & Needs

UK Construction Blog

Each approach comes with unique benefits, challenges, and environmental implications that must be carefully evaluated before making your decision. Environmental sustainability differs between approaches too. Preservation of Character : Renovation allows you to maintain the historical significance and unique charm of your property.