Between 40-50 small modular reactors (SMRs) could be built in India by 2032 if plans by India’s Department of Atomic Energy and Tata Consulting Engineers are realised.
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Concrete giant plans to install renewable power at second UK plant in bid to decarbonise
Cement, concrete and aggregates giant Cemex is set to install solar power and battery storage innovations at its Hamer Warren quarry in Hampshire.
Arcadis CEO discusses exiting Middle East, ethics and positivity about future
Arcadis is in the process of winding down its Middle East operations due to issues with getting paid by clients, but is positive about the wider economic outlook and is confident about its own success and ethics, according to the company’s chief executive.
‘Urgent action’ needed to meet 2030 net zero targets, government climate advisor warns
The UK is not on track to meet its 2030 target on the way to net zero unless “urgent action” is taken including the rapid ramp up of low-carbon technologies, the government’s independent climate advisor has warned.
Collaboration and net zero: an essential partnership for project success
Collaboration is an essential pillar for success in all walks of life, whether that’s achieving personal goals, or driving business growth. If teams across a business, or even from business to business, don’t collaborate successfully, their chances of success will be considerably reduced.
Industry cautiously positive on government’s National Wealth Fund for green investment
Industry has welcomed this week’s announcement from the government about its National Wealth Fund (NWF) for green investments - but with some caveats.
Hinkley Point C | Efficiency increasing 20-30% as team gears up for first reactor installation
Hinkley Point C has said it is building the second unit of the nuclear power station 20-30% faster than the first thanks to learning more efficient construction methods.
National Grid seeks engagement on carbon compensation and biodiversity net gain contract
National Grid is seeking market engagement on a future opportunity for procurement of services and ideas to reduce emissions across its portfolio.
Ramboll UK MD: Industry must embrace detail on sustainability
The need to heal the environment and achieve greater sustainability could not be clearer. Ramboll UK managing director Philippa Spence tells us the industry must recognise the complexity involved if it is to achieve the impact it is aiming for.
Green specialists charging double standard construction rates
The soaring cost of skilled sustainable-construction workers threatens progress towards zero-carbon goals, a key report has warned.