The Road to Net Zero in UK Construction
The UK construction industry faces a huge challenge: achieving net zero carbon emissions by 2050. The industry currently plays a significant role in the UK’s carbon emissions, with the built environment accounting for 25% of the country’s overall footprint. However, with innovative strategies and collaborative efforts, the industry is poised to make significant strides towards this … Continued
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ConTech: Building the Future of UK Construction
In recent years, the UK construction industry has witnessed a surge in the adoption of Construction Technology (ConTech). As the industry grapples with issues such as labour shortages, sustainability concerns and productivity gaps, ConTech solutions are emerging as powerful tools to drive change and address these long-standing challenges. There are numerous UK-based startups taking advantage … Continued
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Efficient Material Management in Construction: Best Practices and Tools Available
In the ever-evolving landscape of construction, material management has become a crucial aspect of sustainable and cost-effective building practices. So, how can the industry ensure efficient material management and fully utilise the tools available? Resources Available There are multiple resources at your disposal to influence best practice in material management. Two key articles are outlined … Continued
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Case Study: Residential Developer saves £36,000 and over 210 tonnes CO2 emissions with Soil Link
The Project: A residential developer working on a site in the West Country faced the prospect of sending over 6,000 tonnes of valuable topsoil to landfill. The Challenge: Soil Link’s Solution: Results: BROADER IMPLICATIONS
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Can You Achieve Both Sustainability and Cost Efficiency in Construction?
At Soil Link, we believe the answer is a resounding yes! Recently, Co-Founder Will Rundle participated in a panel discussion at the Kent Construction Expo, where industry experts, including Ellen Huelin from Whitecode Consulting and Dr. Rehan Khodabuccus from ZED Pods Ltd., explored the intersection of sustainable materials and supply chain management in construction. Building … Continued
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Soil Link Secures Second Round of Seed Funding, Boosting Growth and Platform Development
Soil Link, the pioneering force behind the UK’s most advanced Materials Exchange Platform (MEP) for the construction industry, has successfully closed its second Seed investment round. Stephen Kirk, CEO of SKCI (SK Consulting and Investment Ltd), has reinforced his commitment to Soil Link’s vision with a follow-on investment. This latest funding round builds upon the … Continued
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PRESS RELEASE: Soil Link Welcomes Industry Titans David Speight and Damian Leydon as Non-Executive Directors
Soil Link, the UK’s leading AI-powered platform for trading heavy construction materials, is proud to announce the appointment of two construction industry heavyweights, David Speight and Damian Leydon, as Non-Executive Directors. These appointments come at a pivotal moment for Soil Link as it continues to revolutionise the UK’s £22 billion heavy materials market by driving … Continued
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Building the Future: Innovation in Construction
In this episode, we explore the transformative changes occurring in the construction industry, driven by cutting-edge technologies and a growing focus on sustainability. Our guest expert, Ibon Iribar of Cemex Ventures, discusses the major challenges the industry faces today, from meeting regulatory demands to enhancing efficiency, and how innovation is key to overcoming these obstacles. … Continued
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Digitising Circular Economies in Construction
In this insightful Soil Link podcast episode, we are thrilled to host Peter Evans from McFadyen Digital, a leading expert in platform marketplaces and the circular economy. Peter, who also co-chairs the MIT Platform Strategy Summit and serves on the Forbes Business Council, brings a wealth of knowledge from his extensive experience at KPMG and … Continued
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