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The Race to Net Zero; how construction is modernising their materials and construction methods ahead of 2050
September 2021With the race to 2050’s net zero target firmly upon us and the countdown to COP26 in November 2021, pressure is growing on the construction industry to arrive at ways to reduce their carbon footprint. Ultimately this may lead to the urgent revision of building materials and methods of construction and we examine some recent… Read More >
Introduction to Beale & Co’s Beyond Net Zero Series
August 2021In November 2021, Glasgow will host the 26th meeting of the United Nations Climate Change Conference of Parties, better known as “COP26”. Following the publication of the first part of the Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change (IPCC)’s Sixth Assessment Report on the 9th August 2021 in what is undoubtedly the biggest challenge facing our generation,… Read More >
BEYOND NET ZERO
August 2021Following the Climate Change Act passed in 2008, the United Kingdom’s Parliament declared a climate emergency in 2019, recognising the impact and significant challenges posed by climate change, a global issue. Reducing global carbon emissions and mitigating for the impact of climate change are undoubtedly some of biggest challenges facing our generation. Given that the… Read More >
Construction Week Leaders in Construction Summit: Driving the UAE’s Net-Zero Strategy
September 2023The annual Construction Week Leaders in Construction Summit took place on 20 September this year, in Dubai. The Summit brought together industry experts to share their insights on the latest trends and technologies that will help drive the UAE’s net-zero strategy. In this two-part series, we discuss the key takeaways from the Summit and the… Read More >
Mission Zero Review: How Does Construction fit in?
January 2023Introduction Net Zero has been placed at the forefront of UK policy over the last few years in light of the growing awareness of the impacts of climate change. The UK Government has committed to reach net zero greenhouse gas emissions by 2050 and its Net Zero Strategy was published in 2021. However, amidst an… Read More >
New Cabinet Office review of frameworks
March 2022Andrew Croft and Kevin Henderson cast their eye over the recently published Cabinet Office commissioned review of construction frameworks that advised how they could achieve a ‘Gold Standard’. Employers might use it to push harder for an unfair risk-share with the project delivery team, they caution. This article was first published by Construction Law March… Read More >
Construction and the circular economy
June 2025The construction industry sits at the crossroads of rapid urbanisation and the urgent demand for more sustainable, resource-efficient practices. With buildings accounting for 50% of resource extraction and 35% of waste within the EU[1], the construction sector has become a primary focus of the EU’s green transition. At the centre of this agenda is the… Read More >
New UK-India trade deal offers optimism and opportunity for construction industry
May 2025The global economy has recently been holding its breath with a raft of new tariffs being introduced by, and in response to, the President Trump administration; not to mention the ongoing conflicts around the world. It is therefore a relief to receive some good news in the form of the UK-India trade deal which promises… Read More >
Environmental Liabilities: Directors and Senior Officers face a more penal environment
April 2025On 2 April 2025 we held our annual D&O Conference in conjunction with Crown Office Chambers where the attendees enjoyed a number of different sessions on a variety of subjects concerning recent legal or regulatory updates or trends relevant to directors and officers. The first session concerned a panel discussion on recent developments in environmental… Read More >
New Year, new contract terms? Navigating the latest developments in the construction sector
January 2025Introduction 2024 saw some key developments in the construction sector, with new industry standard forms of contract and legislation, key case law, technical developments, and broader industry trends emerging. Staying informed of such changes is crucial for companies and professionals aiming to remain competitive and compliant in today’s dynamic environment. New developments should be considered… Read More >