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See water differently: incorporating SuDs to create future-proofed cities
At our ‘See Water Differently’ event, we brought together a panel of leading industry experts to discuss fresh perspectives on water’s pivotal role in urban climate resilience..
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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.![Sustainable homes: key solutions for future-fit & climate resilient developments](https://blog.wavin.com/hubfs/UK/Blog/future%20proof%20homes/iStock-1388984530.jpg)
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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.![Environmental Product Declarations: a sustainability step-change for construction](https://blog.wavin.com/hubfs/UK/Blog/EPD/iStock-1323561385.jpg)
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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.![15th June Building Regulations changes - Heating and ventilation](https://blog.wavin.com/hubfs/UK/Blog/building%20regs/Untitled%20design%20%2840%29.png)
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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.![What is a heat interface unit?](https://blog.wavin.com/hubfs/UK/Blog/what%20is%20a%20heat%20interface%20unit/DK_2454135_Calefa-II_40-S-H_RIGHT_open-open_96dpi_1024x1024px_E_NR-56721.jpg)
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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.![Why circular water management is the next logical step for developers](https://blog.wavin.com/hubfs/UK/Blog/circular%20water%20management/iStock-1335772972.jpg)
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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.![Benefits of sustainable drainage systems go beyond making urban areas 'rain-proof'](https://blog.wavin.com/hubfs/Autumn%20at%20a%20glance%20Variety%20of%20leaves%20in%20puddle%20on%20asphalt%20path%20that%20reflects%20bare%20trees%20and%20overcast%20sky%2c%20October%20in%20northern%20Illinois%2c%20with%20themes%20of%20nature%2c%20weather%2c%20transition-1.jpeg)
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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.![How MVHR is on the frontline of damp prevention](https://blog.wavin.com/hubfs/Water%20drops%20on%20a%20glass%20window.jpeg)
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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.Solutions
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