While achieving low approach temperatures, their heat rejection capacity per unit volume is typically lower.

Optimisation of materials, better control of logistics, automation in construction, fewer people on site – all of these factors will help to create an overall lower carbon version of the built environment.We’re already working hard with concrete manufacturers to find the lowest carbon form of concrete we can possibly use.

We’re talking to steel manufacturers about the types of steel which will be made by electric arc furnaces powered by hydrogen fuel cells.We’re evaluating whether it’s viable to grow enough forests to build buildings using timber.All of these issues must be addressed now.. Modern construction for the next generation.

Finally, there is the question of the workforce itself.At present, there simply aren’t enough young people coming into the construction industry.

Construction isn’t seen as an attractive option by the next generation, who would prefer to work in tech.

Their idea of construction involves standing in muddy boots, trying to build things in the rain., recognises the following core challenges facing the construction industry:.

Significant future construction volumes.Unsatisfactory mega-project performance.

Unsatisfactory site safety performance.Declining productivity.