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Navigating the Future: Hong Kong Construction Outlook 2024

In the dynamic landscape of Hong Kong's construction industry, several challenges loom large on the horizon.

Regional Advisory Boards in Middle East & Africa – Recruitment Updates

Multiple Regional Advisory Boards, across Middle East & Africa have now completed the recruitment process to appoint 13 new members and 2 new Chairs.

Navigating the landscape of evolving building standards while excelling in sustainability

Ahead of the RICS Building Surveying Conference, we explore the latest developments, best practices, and emerging trends in sustainability regulation, delving into how innovation and collaboration are driving progress within building surveying.

Housing markets in 2024 and beyond: What does good look like?

In a recent webinar, a panel of experts from the UK, US, Germany and France discuss the current state of the residential market, challenges and potential solutions.

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Marching ahead: Buyer demand puts spring in the step of the housing market

The latest RICS UK Residential Survey results (March 2024) show a steady improvement in sentiment, with buyer demand and sales expectations going forward seeing a rise in positivity. Meanwhile, stability in house prices has also been reported.

Cladding External Wall System (EWS) FAQs

Frequently asked questions relating to Cladding External Wall Systems (EWS) in relation to fire safety.

Building Safety Act Frequently Asked Questions

On 5th July 2021, the Building Safety Bill was introduced to Parliament. Here we answer Frequently Asked Questions.

EWS Assessment Training Programme Completers

EWS Assessment training programme has been designed for Chartered Surveyors who qualified through the Building Surveying or Building Control pathways,

Navigating AI Integration in Real Estate - Insights from Andrew, Global AI, Data, and Tech Lead

In a change to the usual format, Andrew Knight , Global AI, Data, and Tech Lead, is interviewed by Alessio Scannicchio from ScanSan.

APAC megaprojects: Six trends in contracting, supply chains and skills

We share the findings of our recent webinar.

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Building Materials: The Next Frontier for Decarbonisation

Look around you. Are you sat in a building of some sort? Or reading this to keep yourself occupied on public transportation? It is safe to say, we spend most of our daily lives in the built environment.

Making impact investment work: How capital can support society and the environment

Investors are increasingly interested in generating public benefit as well as returns. Experts at a recent WBEF webinar looked at what such investment has accomplished – and how it can develop.

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RICS Property Investment Forum 2024

The RICS Property Investment Forum was set up in response to the global financial crisis (GFC) and convenes up to four times a year.

The future of real estate valuations: The impact of ESG

How can we truly embed ESG requirements into real estate valuations? Written by experts from the RICS Europe Leaders’ Forum, this paper and its accompanying data list examine the current legislative situation and market drivers around ESG and valuation in Europe.

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Building a sustainable future: the incredible potential of self-healing concrete

Concrete plays a crucial role in the building structures that shape our modern world, but its inherent susceptibility to cracking and deterioration over time raises questions about long-term durability. Can self-healing concrete revolutionise the way we protect and maintain our structures?

RICS responds to Michael Gove’s speech on the National Planning Policy Framework

In a speech in Central London yesterday, Michael Gove, Secretary of State for Levelling Up, Housing and Communities announced plans to ‘supercharge’ development across the UK as part of the recently unveiled National Planning Policy Framework (NPPF).

RICS reaction to the Scottish Budget 2024-2025

On Tuesday, the Scottish Government published its draft budget for 2024-2025.

Supporting Defra through carbon measurement

DEFRA launched its Timber in Construction roadmap, with RICS as a member of the working group.

Cushman & Wakefield reduce carbon production through re-purposing and recycling

At Cushman & Wakefield, we prioritise the need to protect and promote sustainable value. Our sustainability strategy commits to tangible sustainability goals.

Laing O’Rourke demonstrate how informed decisions on building materials can halve carbon emissions

In Australia, Laing O’Rourke focuses on delivering transport infrastructure projects (predominantly rail and road); defence infrastructure; buildings at the transport interface; and exploring opportunities in renewable energy and sectors.

JLL support financial and asset management though a bespoke ESG valuation model

One of our goals is to help break the valuation deadlock, which is an emergent phenomenon where valuers are unable to reflect the full range and impact of ESG risks in regulated valuations. We aim to enable the built environment to decarbonise while promoting and protecting asset values.

Octopus Energy use technological innovations to improve design and infrastructure of buildings

The combined energy and cost of living crises have brought the UK housing market to a standstill. There is a chronic undersupply of new homes, and those that are built conform to Building Regulations but often do not go any further, meaning they fall short of maximum energy efficiency standards.

CTPark Amsterdam City utilise renewable energy to reduce total costs

CTP Group’s objective in acquiring this speculative development was to meet the rising demand for premium, last-mile low-or zero-emissions logistics facilities.