BREEAM assessment are undertaken by a suitably qualified acoustic consultant and consider both building and environmental acoustics but are typically related to Hea05 ‘Acoustic Performance’ and Pol05 ‘Reduction fo Noise Pollution. BREEAM operates through awarding credits for the environmental performance of a building, whether it be a new build or refurbishment, with more sustainable or […]
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Not long now until the 2-year implementation period for the Environment Act 2021 is up and a 10% Biodiversity Net Gain will be mandatory on the majority of development sites. That said, can we say the implementation period is ending around now? Most local authorities are requesting schemes demonstrate a 10% net gain in biodiversity […]
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The Institution of Civil Engineers (ICE) is renowned for its publications that contribute to the advancement of the civil engineering field. In this review, we will explore an ICE paper focused on piled foundations and pathways for ground gas mitigation. This paper sheds light on the important considerations and strategies for mitigating ground gas risks […]
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