A constructive response on green materials
Language: English Series: ENDS Report ; (396) January 2008, 34-36(3) Publication details: 2008Subject(s): Summary: Describes how Bovis Lend Lease (BLL) is leading on the development of certifiable sustainability standards for construction materials such as steel and concrete. Discusses BLL's UK sustainability plan; its involvement in a project led by the Concrete Centre to develop a certification scheme for sustainably produced concrete; the challenges involved in achieving similar standards for steel and other metals; and BLL?s targets to reduce construction waste and carbon dioxide emissions.| Item type | Current library | Call number | Copy number | Status | Barcode | |
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| Journal article | London Journal article | L142654 (Browse shelf(Opens below)) | 1 | Available | 142654-1001 |
Describes how Bovis Lend Lease (BLL) is leading on the development of certifiable sustainability standards for construction materials such as steel and concrete. Discusses BLL's UK sustainability plan; its involvement in a project led by the Concrete Centre to develop a certification scheme for sustainably produced concrete; the challenges involved in achieving similar standards for steel and other metals; and BLL?s targets to reduce construction waste and carbon dioxide emissions.