Global Snapshot
Is 2011 going to be another exciting year for sustainable design? We scanned the globe for some awe-inspiring projects as we welcome in the New Year. Marina Bay Sands, Singapore: Dubbed a master class...
View ArticleSESG/CIBSE Seminar
Last month I was asked to attend and present at a SESG/CIBSE seminar at the University of Strathclyde, Glasgow. The event was held to explore the latest developments in the Scottish Regulations, and to...
View ArticleThe Countdown to Ecobuild 2012 Begins…
It’s that time of year again — the construction industry gets ready to flock to London for a three day event dedicated to creating a sustainable built environment. Last year’s event attracted over...
View ArticleConsumer Education is Key to Green Future
It might be a down market, but green building is not following the trend. From 2008 to 2010, the value of green construction increased by 50 percent, according to McGraw-Hill Construction’s Green...
View ArticleEcobuild 2012 – We came, we saw, we conquered!
Last week was Ecobuild week, an important date in our annual calendar as it is for the rest of the industry. Everyone is there, or at least it certainly feels that way. Over the years I’ve seen it grow...
View ArticleDanish Research Students visit IES Headquarters
If you have been keeping up to date with our latest news stories you’ll know that we recently had a visit from the renowned Danish expert Jorgen Erik Christensen and two of his Masters students. On...
View ArticleGetting ready for the start of THERM
It’s always good to get recognition from the industry for the products/services we bring to the market – it’s even better getting it for one of our Research & Development projects that is yet to be...
View ArticleTen Reasons to Visit IES at Ecobuild
With over 1,000 exhibitors at Ecobuild vying for your attention, here are ten reasons why you should take the time to come and meet the IES team at this year’s event… 1. The IES Sustainability Hub –...
View ArticleSmart money is on technology to build sustainable eco-cities
Written by Ruth Kerrigan, our Associate Director of R & D, the following blog post was first published by Building 4 Change. Ruth uses the article to explain that the industry must use virtual...
View ArticleEnergy Management in Schools – what’s your view?
According to the Carbon Trust, UK schools could save around £70 million per year by reducing their energy costs, which would equate to reducing CO2 emissions by up to 300,000 tonnes. You don’t have to...
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