Sustainability News in Construction and Infrastructure
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This category brings together commercially relevant news, industry signals and infrastructure intelligence, helping readers follow the people, projects, technologies and markets driving change across the sector.
London’s skyline is on the cusp of a quiet revolution. Not because of its height, but because of how it’s being built. The UK’s largest all-electric office scheme, 105 Vi...
In the heart of Bavaria, change is brewing. In Zolling, Germany, second-generation construction firm J. Obermeier e.K. has turned a critical corner in its evolution. With...
Volvo Construction Equipment (Volvo CE) made a bold statement at BuildTech Asia 2025, reinforcing its position as a front-runner in the global shift towards electrified c...
In a world where sustainability is no longer a buzzword but a business imperative, Webfleet has just made a statement that’s hard to ignore. The Bridgestone-owned f...
Infrastructure solutions giant Costain has achieved a significant milestone in sustainable construction, securing verification to PAS 2080:2023, the leading global standa...
JCB continues to push the boundaries of zero-emission construction equipment, unveiling its latest addition to the electric excavator family—the 8008E CTS. Introduced at...
In an era where sustainability is more than just a buzzword, the construction industry is under increasing pressure to adopt greener alternatives. Traditional particleboa...
Qatar is taking a bold step towards sustainable waste management, with Advanced Technology Recycling (ATR) making history as the first company in the Gulf region to adopt...
As the global community intensifies its focus on sustainable development, Africa stands at a pivotal juncture. The upcoming Africa’s Green Economy Summit (AGES) 202...
In a significant stride towards environmental sustainability, Asphalt Group has proudly secured PAS 2080 verification, positioning itself among the pioneers in the highwa...
Poland is taking a bold step towards a greener energy future, with the European Bank for Reconstruction and Development (EBRD) committing €200 million to finance the cons...
In a significant move towards sustainable aluminium production, industry giants Rio Tinto and Hydro have announced a partnership to explore and evaluate carbon capture te...
Every road we drive on is a carefully engineered mix of crushed stone, sand, and petroleum-based binders. But while traditional asphalt has shaped global infrastructure,...
Sacyr, a global leader in infrastructure and services, has unveiled the finalists of its seventh annual iChallenges programme, an open innovation initiative aimed at addr...
In a ground-breaking move towards reducing industrial emissions, global energy technology leader SLB has announced the commissioning of its first modular carbon capture p...
In a move to advance industrial water treatment solutions, Gradiant, a global leader in advanced water and wastewater treatment, has partnered with GF Piping Systems, a r...
In a strategic move that underscores the growing demand for sustainable supply chains, Cyclic Materials has secured a $2 million investment from InMotion Ventures, the ve...
Concrete, the heavyweight champion of construction, holds the world together – literally. From towering skyscrapers to humble pavements, this robust material forms the ba...
Each year, countless construction projects face a common adversary: groundwater ingress. Whether it seeps into structures or destabilises excavation sites, unchecked wate...
ZAPI GROUP, a big name in the electrification world, is set to return with its highly anticipated Future of Electrification Conference, now in its fourth year. Taking pla...
In a bold step toward a sustainable future, Port Houston has been awarded a $25 million grant by the Department of Transportation (DOT) and the Federal Highway Administra...
In today’s fast-evolving world, integrating smart technology and eco-friendly practices into infrastructure is essential for ensuring safety and efficiency. Innovat...
Indonesia’s transportation sector is about to take a significant leap into the future of sustainable mobility. The Asian Development Bank (ADB), in collaboration with PT...
In an industry often synonymous with heavy emissions and environmental impact, Volvo Construction Equipment (Volvo CE) is rewriting the narrative. Partnering with local d...
Let’s be real—waste is a big problem. We toss out so much every day, from plastic containers to old gadgets. But what if we could change that? What if creating things did...
The Thai Cement Manufacturers Association (TCMA) made headlines at COP29 with its ground-breaking progress in the Saraburi Sandbox initiative. This project has become a c...
The A7 motorway, famously known as the “Autoroute du Soleil,” is more than just a scenic route connecting Lyon to Marseille. It’s a lifeline for millions of t...
In an impressive leap forward for sustainable industrial practices, Volvo Construction Equipment (Volvo CE) has announced that three more of its global sites have achieve...
The Asian Development Bank (ADB) has stepped up to support the Cook Islands with a $2 million grant aimed at bolstering health resilience and securing safer travel and to...
In a ground-breaking collaboration, Rio Tinto has joined forces with Swedish investment firm Vargas, Mitsubishi Corporation, and a host of international and Finnish partn...
The future of energy-efficient buildings is heating up—literally and figuratively—thanks to an ambitious initiative transforming how we use and store thermal energy. The...
In a significant leap forward for renewable energy in Bangladesh, the Asian Development Bank (ADB) has partnered with Muktagacha Solartech Energy Limited (MSEL) to establ...
Artificial intelligence (AI) is revolutionising how we understand the impacts of chemical mixtures in rivers, uncovering hidden dangers to aquatic life and paving the way...
Hyliion Holdings Corp., a leader in sustainable electricity technology, recently announced it has secured a $6 million grant from the U.S. Department of Energy’s (DOE) Me...
The push for green energy has gained significant momentum in North Macedonia, thanks to the European Bank for Reconstruction and Development (EBRD) and Komercijalna Banka...
The European Bank for Reconstruction and Development (EBRD) has taken a monumental step in advancing renewable energy on the African continent. By arranging a syndicated...
Since its founding in 1980, Stagecoach Group has emerged as the United Kingdom’s largest transport operator, seamlessly connecting over 100 major towns and cities across...
As December draws to a close, so too does our journey through Quarry and Mining Month at Highways.Today. Throughout the month, we’ve explored the transformative technolog...
As the infrastructure landscape evolves, sustainability and resilience have become critical benchmarks for success. Driving this transformation are innovative digital too...
Centralised wastewater treatment has long been the backbone of sanitation infrastructure. Yet, when it comes to remote or decentralised areas, it often falls short...
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