Gas appliances in New Zealand homes are fuelling serious health risks and billions of dollars in costs, according to new research released by the Energy Efficiency and Conservation Authority (EECA). The Health Impacts and Costs of Indoor Combustion in Aotearoa report, which also looks at the health impacts of combustion appliances – such as gas […]
Collecting and separating materials on site is a great way to reduce waste. So, one of the best ways to ensure your Waste Management and Minimisation Plan (WMMP) succeeds, and it’s easier for your team to do the right thing, is to have a well thought out, easy-to-use waste and recycling system. What do we […]
The construction industry was the biggest source of eco-innovation in this year’s Sustainable Business Awards. 22 of the 119 finalists on the Next List 2025 came from the Built Environment sector. The annual showcase of New Zealand’s leading sustainable innovators highlights the people, projects, and organisations driving transformative change for a better future. “These people […]
Check that your chimney can withstand an earthquake or, if it falls, won’t cause serious damage. That’s the advice of the Natural Hazards Commission Toka Tū Ake (NHC), which is reminding people that unreinforced masonry chimneys can be a significant risk to people’s safety and the strength of our nation’s homes. “Pretty much every major […]
Reducing the waste your project produces is an excellent way to reduce emissions and costs while increasing your sustainability credentials. As anyone in the industry knows, a failure to plan is a plan for failure, and managing the waste your project produces is no different. What is a waste management plan and why does it […]
Out of the 14 industries that Stats NZ measures financial data for, construction and manufacturing had the largest decreases in sales in the June 2025 quarter. Construction sales were down $720 million compared with the first three months of 2025. “Construction sales fell 3.1% in the June 2025 quarter, following a 0.7% rise in the […]
In my last article, we discussed what carbon is, why it’s a problem, and what impact the construction and demolition (C&D) industry has. Now we’ll look at how reducing the carbon created during a building project is a great way to improve your environmental sustainability. Let’s get started One of the simplest places to begin […]
Nearly all potholes on New Zealand’s state highways are now being repaired within 24 hours, as the Transport Agency steps up preventative measures using new technology. When it comes to road maintenance, one focus for the current Government is preventing potholes. The New Zealand Transport Agency (NZTA) continues to deliver its annual state highway renewal […]
Carbon is one of the most abundant elements in existence and forms the basis of all known life. But you can have too much of a good thing, and carbon is no different. Let’s look at what we mean by carbon and what impact the construction and demolition (C&D) industry has. The basics Earth has […]
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