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Top 10 countries for LEED in Europe

Green Business Certification Inc. (GBCI), the premier organisation independently recognising excellence in green business industry performance and practice globally, and the U.S. Green Building Council (USGBC), the global developer of the LEED (Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design) rating system, ...

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Certification for audio-inclusive design in buildings launches

Oscar Acoustics, a leading specialist in architectural acoustic finishes, has partnered with Sownd Affects to launch Sownd Certification, the industry’s first independent accreditation recognising buildings as audio-inclusive. The certification addresses an accessibility gap in the built environment. While inclusive design ...

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Tendra unveils strategic plan to drive growth targets

Tendra Technical Services has set out its strategic plan for the next 3 – 4 years after bringing together its three operational companies for the first time following their acquisitions. Established by the Triton Smaller Mid-Cap Fund II (Triton) in ...

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Built environment bodies launch five-year EDI action plan

The B.E. Inclusive initiative has agreed the next phase of its joint equity, diversity and inclusion (EDI) action plan, building on the three‑year programme launched in 2022. Representing over 400,000 built environment professionals across nine professional institutions, the new Memorandum ...

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International WELL Building Institute expands with two new ratings

The International WELL Building Institute (IWBI) has announced two new ratings to its WELL programme, specifically curated for the real estate sector. Now open for enrolment, the WELL Real Estate Rating and the WELL Operations Rating, will provide real estate ...

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Built Environment Competence Hub launches

Launched by BSI, the Built Environment Competence Hub is a new national resource designed to bring together standards, competence frameworks, guidance and trusted industry insight in one central place. The digital Hub has been created to act as a central ...

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New BSRIA guide helps building managers identify the best smart building tech

BSRIA has published an essential resource for professionals looking to install or renew smart building systems. The new guide ‘BG 91/2026 Procuring Smart Building Technology‘ covers the full procurement process, from defining needs to delivering benefits, ensuring the right people, process ...

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BCIS appoints talent lead to fuel growth plans

Natalie Cross has been appointed as talent lead at the Building Cost Information Service (BCIS)  to drive key hires as the business announces plans to expand in its 65th anniversary year. Since BCIS became independent from RICS in 2022 it ...

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Futurebuild and UK Construction Week London to co-locate in 2026

Futurebuild and UK Construction Week London will come together from 12-14 May 2026, creating a new national platform for the built environment at Excel London. The collaborative co-location will form the UK’s Built Environment Super Event, designed to reflect the ...

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Encouraging signs for future of BEMS sector

Market performance indicates encouraging signs for future of the building energy management systems (BEMS) sector, according to data from the Building Controls Industry Association’s (BCIA) latest Market Intelligence Report. According to the BCIA, the report highlights an increased desire from ...

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