New apprentice scheme begins at NZB

NetZero Buildings are thrilled to have had 8 apprentices start with us over the last month in a brand new training initiative, all of whom will be training in the Modern Methods of Construction (MMC) qualification alongside Cambridge Regional CollegeThis is an exciting first step for NZB as we commit to training and educating individuals whilst … Read more

BOPAS surveillance visit passed with flying colours

This week, NZB successfully passed a surveillance visit from BOPAS (Buildoffsite Property Assurance Scheme) in our manufacturing unit. The Buildoffsite Property Assurance Scheme is a risk based evaluation which demonstrates to funders, lenders, valuers and purchasers that homes built from non-traditional methods and materials will stand the test of time for at least 60 years. For funders … Read more

NZB talk carbon neutral communities at Bristol Housing Festival

NZB talk carbon neutral communities at Bristol Housing Festival As part of Bristol Housing Festival’s three-week industry-leading Virtual Expo beginning on the 12th October, two special events will focus on the importance of social housing and carbon neutrality in creating healthy, vibrant communities both in the city and across the UK.  In a series of … Read more

Breaking new ground: Work starts on Kent’s new zero carbon neighbourhood

Work has begun on Kent’s new zero-carbon neighbourhood after the team behind the pioneering energy-efficient housing development broke ground this month. The new development of six high-quality, zero carbon, family homes for rent, will transform vacant land in Oak Road, Sittingbourne into one of the most energy-efficient housing schemes in the country. The homes are … Read more

NetZero Buildings wins place on the DfE’s £3bn framework

NetZero Buildings wins place on the DfE’s £3bn framework to build Britain’s next generation of schools NetZero Buildings, a pioneering manufacturer of carbon positive schools, has won a place on the Department for Education’s (DfE) new £3bn framework to build Britain’s next generation of schools.  The DfE programme is expected to deliver 30 schools a … Read more

NetZero Buildings brings its expertise in net zero offsite manufacturing

NetZero Buildings brings its expertise in net zero offsite manufacturing to housing For more than six years NetZero Buildings has been manufacturing the most energy-efficient schools ever seen in Britain. However, as a company it’s in our ethos to ask ourselves – is there anything more that we can do? We believe there is. Which … Read more

NetZero Buildings win top award from the Department of Education for zero carbon school development in Cornwall

NetZero Buildings has won a prestigious award from the Department of Education in recognition of the outstanding environmental credentials of a new net zero carbon school development delivered in Cornwall. The Cambridgeshire business won the Environment accolade at the Department for Education (DfE) Capital Supplier Recognition Awards, for its work delivering a new block of … Read more

The Future of Sustainable Buildings: Part I

The construction sector hasn’t been renowned for sustainability in the past but over the next few decades, this could all change… Thanks to government initiatives and the innovative, forward-thinking of companies such as NetZero Buildings, the industry is starting to move in the right direction. So, what exactly does the future hold for sustainable buildings? … Read more

Improving facilities at the Humphry Davy School

NetZero Buildings recently undertook an exciting project at the Humphry Davy School in Cornwall, whereby the team was tasked with providing a new zero carbon, six-classroom block to replace an old prefabricated building. As well as this, the team will provide new parking with electric charging points. The end result will be hugely beneficial to … Read more

Achieving net zero by 2050

On Wednesday 12th June, the UK became the first of the G7 countries – which consist of the UK, US, Canada, France, Germany, Italy and Japan – to set a net-zero emissions target by 2050, following advice from the independent Committee on Climate Change (CCC). As one of her last acts as prime minister, Theresa … Read more