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A monthly exploration into the world of sustainability in the built environment with commentary and input from UCEM’s Vice Chancellor and academics.
How are digital twins helping the built environment adapt to climate change and make sustainable development a reality? Buildings are responsible for 40% of global energy consumption, and the built…
Applying the circular methodology to our urban planning and infrastructure could be an effective way to reduce the built environment's contribution to the climate crisis. Despite accounting for less than…
Generative design is transforming the way architects and built environment professionals approach the design phase of construction projects. Here's how. From building information modelling (BIM) to augmented reality and the…
It’s not just bad weather, car accidents and roadworks – there’s a bigger reason why the traffic in your city is getting worse. For most people, traffic is simply a…
The 2024 General Election in the UK brings a variety of proposals from major political parties, each with different visions for the country's future. But what do they mean for…
Digital transformation isn’t just another marketing buzzword for the architectural industry – it’s set to revolutionise the profession in the coming years. Digital transformation is a strategic priority for businesses…
Urban sprawl is significantly impacting society, the economy and the environment. Here’s why (and how) urban planners should address it. The human race is growing exponentially. In November 2022, the…
Several members of staff at UCEM took part in a panel discussing the institution’s role in sustainable education and governance. Here’s what they had to say. On Tuesday 23 April,…
The concept of ‘sponginess’ has emerged in the urban planning discourse in recent years, but what does it actually mean? As the 2050 target of achieving net zero approaches, the…
Reducing the amount of embodied carbon created in the construction process is one of the biggest challenges facing the built environment. The built environment has a pivotal role to play…
Here are some of the most common myths and misconceptions about heat pumps that have held back its adoption in the UK. Heat pumps are widely considered to be one…
Retrofitting could be the answer to how the built environment addresses its role in the climate crisis whilst satisfying demand for new buildings and houses. The UK has a problem…
