Earth Day 2024: Planet vs Plastics
Empowering Sustainability – QUICKBLOCK and Responsible Plastic Management As we celebrate World Earth Day under the theme “Planet vs Plastics,” it’s a poignant reminder of the critical juncture we face in our relationship with plastic. Amidst the global call to action against plastic pollution, solutions like QUICKBLOCK stand as beacons of responsible plastic management. […]
QUICKBLOCK secures £1.3 million investment
Scottish start-up secures £1.3 million investment despite shipping chaos A Scottish company has secured investor backing for its unique recycled plastic construction blocks. QUICKBLOCK’S construction blocks are shipped flat packed on pallets for rapid assembly in the defence, security, humanitarian aid and commercial markets. UK Manufacturing The Stirling-based company recently moved from its previous supplier […]
Outdoor planters for Recycle Week 2022
Recycle Week is almost upon us, which is Recycle Now’s flagship annual event celebrating recycling across the nation. The campaign was created to encourage the public to recycle more of the right things, more often which is supported by the government, media, large retailers and brands and waste management companies.
Why is sustainable construction important for climate change?
The construction industry is a large user of our planet’s natural resources and with more focus on the growing concerns of our climate emergency, construction companies are being asked to reduce their impact by opting for more sustainable construction solutions.
The rise of sustainable building materials
Sustainable building materials are named as such when they have a low environmental impact compared to traditional building materials. It means they are sourced sustainably ensuring there is a circular supply chain and are energy efficient in production.
