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Why BREEAM certification is the best proof of sustainability in construction
Construction shapes what the world looks like and, increasingly, it’s reflecting the global sustainability priority by actively incorporating sustainable practices into.
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.
Industry insight Healthy sustainable environments Above ground specifier Construction professional Indoor climate solutions
19 May 2023
How MVHR is on the frontline of damp prevention
In this article, we take a look at how MVHR can help to prevent dampness whilst balancing building regulations for ventilation with energy efficiency.
Plumber Wavin news Above ground specifier
10 May 2023
Wavin hits the road for ‘WaVan’ roadshow
Wavin has set off on a national roadshow with the Wavan to bring “its extensive range of products and expertise” to merchants & installers across the UK.
Hot & Cold Projects Wavin product & solutions Above ground specifier Construction professional Waste water
2 May 2023
Shooting for sustainability at Worcester International Hockey Centre
The Worcester Hockey Club needed a state-of-the-art facility to offer the team their own space which required a purpose-built clubhouse to serve its members and supporters. Wavin products were specified throughout the building to help provide an efficient system that was robust and resilient enough to manage the high demand.
Wavin product & solutions Industry insight Below ground specifier Construction professional Stormwater
28 April 2023
Why geocellular attenuation tanks are the gold standard of sustainable drainage
Our handy guide to using modular attentuation crates as either attenuation tanks or soakaways, brings everything you need to know together in one place plus explains the best methods of attenuation tank design.
Industry insight Healthy sustainable environments Below ground specifier Construction professional Stormwater
18 April 2023
A watershed moment: England’s adoption of Schedule 3
Despite mounting public concern, new developments in England still have an automatic legal right to connect surface water drainage to nearby sewage infrastructure – increasing the burden on aging infrastructure. But recent developments mean that’s likely to change, with England set to adopt Schedule 3 of the Flood and Water Management Act 2010 and make sustainable drainage systems (SuDS) a mandatory requirement for nearly all developments. So, what will this change mean for developers in England?
Projects Wavin product & solutions Above ground specifier Construction professional Waste water
14 April 2023
Keeping the coast clear of noisy drainage
In this article we look at how plumbing and heating specialist Woods Heating Ltd worked with leading plumbing and drainage manufacturer Wavin on The Tate Residences in Hove , a block of luxury apartments by developer, Roffey Homes to overcome a key water management challenge – drainage acoustics in a high-end development.
Industry insight Healthy sustainable environments Below ground specifier Construction professional
12 April 2023
