Building Greener out now
John Newton was pleased to have been part of the project team that developed the long-awaited CIRIA guidance note, Building Greener. This easy-to-use resource looks at the planning, design, construction and maintenance issues surrounding the incorporation of green roofs and walls, and associated features into buildings. It considers both new and existing buildings, provides a comprehensive assessment of published information on the subject, and helps to dispel the myths that prevent clients and designers taking up the technology.
The guidance includes information on;
- the framework and drivers provided by planning guidance, Building Regulations etc.
- the benefits and challenges, design choices and construction and maintenance issues in relation to each of the features
- case studies - highlighting good practice and lessons learnt
- key points summarising each chapter for quick reference
- references for further information
To order your copy, or to find out more, please visit the CIRIA website at
www.ciria.org/buildinggreener
Working with Wildlife training and resource pack
Most construction workers are familiar with the problematic interface between wildlife and construction. This training pack, written by John Newton and Barry Nicholson, enables environmental managers to tackle these issues effectively. The pack is referenced by the UK government in Planning Policy Statement 9 (PPS9) Best Practice Guidance (published March 2006).
ECL was the originator of the Working with Wildlife survey and mitigation timetable.
Find out more here: http://www.ciria.org/wildlife.htm