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    The developers guide: new biodiversity net gain legislation.

    A portal for civil engineer news & industry insights. Created exclusively for civil engineers, below-ground specifiers & drainage professionals.
    The developers guide: new biodiversity net gain legislation

    Wavin product & solutions, Industry insight, Healthy sustainable environments, Below ground specifier, Construction professional

    8 November 2023

    Focus on SuDS and sustainability innovation

    Martin Lambley, Senior Product Manager for Urban Climate Resilience at Wavin, talks to Phil Alsop of Water Magazine to discuss Wavin’s major focus on sustainability throughout the water cycle, with SuDs, greywater and rainwater harvesting solutions front and centre.
    Focus on SuDS and sustainability innovation

    Industry insight, Healthy sustainable environments, Below ground specifier, Construction professional, Stormwater

    17 October 2023

    Why it’s time for a SuDS rethink to meet new Schedule 3 requirements

    In this article, we’ll look at how leading developers are approaching the change to mandatory SuDS detailed in the newly adopted Schedule 3 of the Flood and water management act 2010 .
    Why it’s time for a SuDS rethink to meet new Schedule 3 requirements

    Wavin product & solutions, Industry insight, Healthy sustainable environments, Below ground specifier, Construction professional, Stormwater, Case Study Tag - Construction Manager

    29 September 2023

    Urban Climate Resilience: better builds and data-driven decision making

    We caught up with Anthony Kolanko, Wavin UK and Ireland’s Commercial Manager of Urban Climate Resilience (UCR) to find out how his team are spearheading an evolution in the way the UK deals with water management.
    Urban Climate Resilience: better builds and data-driven decision making

    Industry insight, Healthy sustainable environments, Above ground specifier, Below ground specifier, Construction professional, Stormwater

    12 September 2023

    How blue green roofs can help developers to achieve biodiversity net gain

    In January 2024, Biodiversity net gain (BNG) will become mandatory for housing developments in England. It is a positive step for nature but will present a challenge for developers. This article explains how blue green roofs can help meet this requirement whilst providing some other positive benefits.
    How blue green roofs can help developers to achieve biodiversity net gain

    Industry insight, Healthy sustainable environments, Above ground specifier, Below ground specifier, Construction professional, Stormwater, Indoor climate solutions, Mechanical ventilation

    4 August 2023

    Sustainable homes: key solutions for future-fit & climate resilient developments

    There are a number of new legislative changes that highlight the importance of prioritising futureproof solutions and strategies in the UK housing construction sector. Luckily, there are plenty of tried and tested technologies available to keep new housing developments ahead of the curve to create sustainable, futureproof homes.
    Sustainable homes: key solutions for future-fit & climate resilient developments

    Projects, Below ground specifier, Stormwater

    26 June 2023

    Attenuation for Retirement Living  with AquaCell Core R

    Wavin StormForce design, supply, install service with AquaCell CoreR provided inline storm water attenuation for Tonic Construction for a McCarthy Stone development of beautiful, sustainable, and affordable retirement properties. The project was a brownfield redevelopment with 43 retirement apartments.
    Attenuation for Retirement Living  with AquaCell Core R

    Wavin product & solutions, Industry insight, Healthy sustainable environments, Above ground specifier, Below ground specifier, Construction professional

    16 June 2023

    Environmental Product Declarations: a sustainability step-change for construction

    Get the lowdown on Environmental Product Declarations, why they’re important and how they’re set to change construction in the UK.
    Environmental Product Declarations: a sustainability step-change for construction

    Industry insight, Healthy sustainable environments, Below ground specifier, Construction professional

    31 May 2023

    Why circular water management is the next logical step for developers

    The natural environment is going to struggle to support our single-use water approach, so what’s the alternative?  This article looks at the alternatives including grey water recycling, rainwater harvesting and SuDs.
    Why circular water management is the next logical step for developers

    Projects, Below ground specifier, Construction professional

    30 May 2023

    Hepworth Clay brings it home for new housing development

    Commissioned by developers Anwyl Homes and Bellway Homes to provide a tried and tested below-ground sewage system for a large housing development in Llay, Wrexham. Civil engineering experts Hollingsworth Brothers worked with Wavin to deliver the ideal solution.
    Hepworth Clay brings it home for new housing development

    Industry insight, Healthy sustainable environments, Below ground specifier, Construction professional

    26 May 2023

    Benefits of sustainable drainage systems go beyond making urban areas 'rain-proof'

    Friso Klapwijk is urban climate resilience director with Wavin and recently took part in the panel discussion on “Making SuDs a universal measure to reduce flood risk” at the NCE Flood Resilience conference. In this article he explains how SuDS (sustainable drainage systems) can be used as part of a holistic approach to water in our urban environments.
    Benefits of sustainable drainage systems go beyond making urban areas 'rain-proof'

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