Retrofit made simpler

With millions of social homes still sitting below an EPC rating of C, a data-led retrofit model is emerging to help landlords tackle varied portfolios, as Luke Gale at Wienerberger explains. Across the UK, the challenge facing social housing providers... View Article

MVHR: The missing link

Craig Cundey at Ubbink UK explains why MVHR systems are the missing link in delivering healthy, future proof social housing for both new build and retrofit. As housing associations and local authorities continue to face mounting pressure to improve building... View Article

Nurturing the roots of innovation

After attending our decarbonisation round table and witnessing the ingenuity of SMEs in this space, Alison Skillen at RISE explains why they need wider support and promotion in the sector. In October 2025 I attended the Building Insights LIVE round... View Article

Ask the Expert: Shelforce’s social mission

James Parker speaks to Howard Trotter, business manager at Shelforce, about how the firm’s ethical founding values help it address new safety regulations in a robust and integrity-focused way. Shelforce has been part of Birmingham City Council for decades, supplying... View Article

600 Wolverhampton tenants benefit from completed retrofit works

More than 600 council properties in Wolverhampton have undergone significant upgrades as part of an ongoing housing retrofit programme aimed at improving asset performance and tenant comfort. The council stated the works delivered “warmer, greener and more energy efficient homes”... View Article

Navigator introduces new renewables range

Leading heating and plumbing distributor Navigator continues to offer a range of quality products that offer installers and specifiers ease of installation and peace of mind at competitive prices. The range includes filters and pumps, hoses and clips, valves and... View Article

Stelrad launches new AI room visualiser

Stelrad has released its AI Room Visualiser software. It’s free of charge and available on both the company’s Home and Professional web sites. This new AI based device created in partnership with BIMStore works on both Android and Apple devices.... View Article

RENOLIT ALKORPLAN roofing products championed sustainability through technological excellence at the Belgian Pavilion for Expo 2025 Osaka

The integration of the specialised RENOLIT ALKORPLAN Bright membrane ensured high solar reflectance and sustainability for the Belgian Pavilion, reflecting RENOLIT’s commitment to innovation and sustainability. RENOLIT ALKORPLAN roofing products is thrilled to have played a pivotal role in the construction of the Belgian... View Article