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The developers guide: new biodiversity net gain legislation
Changes to the Environment Act mean that biodiversity net gain (BNG) is set to become mandatory for housing developers in England from January 2024, with smaller sites included.

Wavin product & solutions Industry insight Healthy sustainable environments Above ground specifier Construction professional Mechanical ventilation
8 June 2023
15th June Building Regulations changes - Heating and ventilation
From 15th June 2023, new building regulations will apply to all new home builds which haven’t started construction.
Industry insight Plumber Above ground specifier Indoor climate solutions
8 June 2023
Benefits of heat interface units
The government’s target to decarbonise the heat in UK homes, and reduce overall emissions by 78% by 2035, will fundamentally change the type of systems that are currently being used across the country. In this blog, we’ll take a closer look at the role that heat interface units play, including their many benefits to homeowners.
Plumber Healthy sustainable environments Above ground specifier Indoor climate solutions
8 June 2023
What is a heat interface unit?
Heat interface units (HIUs) are a fantastic heating solution to effectively and efficiently distribute heat within a property, and is part of a heat network . In this blog we put HIUs under the microscope starting with the basics and exploring key considerations for installation. We’ll also take a closer look at one HIU in particular which has set a new standard in the industry for its responsiveness, efficiency and ease of installation.
Wavin product & solutions Industry insight Above ground specifier Construction professional Indoor climate solutions Mechanical ventilation
2 June 2023
How MVHR can cut energy bills and give better returns for developers
In this article we’ll focus on a technology that’s often overlooked in this picture - Mechanical Ventilation with Heat Recovery (MVHR). We’ll discuss why this solution is such an important part of an energy efficient home and will show you how to angle your conversations with house buyers to give your MVHR-equipped housing stock a competitive edge in the market.
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.
Wavin product & solutions Plumber General builder Above ground specifier Construction professional Indoor climate solutions
31 May 2023
How underfloor heating controls work
In this blog, you’ll find a brief overview of underfloor heating & its benefits. We take a deeper dive into how the system can effectively be controlled.
Wavin product & solutions Industry insight Plumber Above ground specifier Indoor climate solutions
31 May 2023
Underfloor heating systems: a complete guide
In this blog, we’ll be putting this particular heating solution under the spotlight to explain why it is an incredible heating method.
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.Solutions
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