Lizzie Dixon

Poor-quality traditional builds, increasing production costs and a substantial skills shortage in the construction sector are all factors which have led to heightened demand for innovative or non-traditional construction methods in recent years. However, this new approach also brings its own challenges when it comes to demonstrating the quality and durability of the build and … Read more

‘Energy efficient’ and ‘elegant’ aren’t words often associated with school buildings. But with awareness around climate change and the importance of energy efficiency reaching an all-time high, it is vital for schools to play their part in creating a sustainable future by considering new, elegant approaches and systems. The case for high-performance, low-energy buildings and … Read more

Since the discovery of its impact on the planet, climate change has been regularly contemplated and argued. A report by the UN Environment outlined an increase in emissions during 2017 due to global economic growth and weak efforts to improve energy efficiency. Whilst many know the consequences of greenhouse gases, few know what climate change definitively … Read more

With many of their buildings dating back to the 1970’s and student numbers continuing to rise, many of our schools are looking to increase or improve their facilities. However, the implications of doing so are often high costs, disruption to student life and damage to the school site. Traditionally constructed school buildings can involve months … Read more

Schools are experiencing unprecedented difficulties with funding. Many are faced with trying to educate more students with less money. There is increasing reliance on parents to raise necessary funds, but resources can only be stretched so far. In order to meet the basic educational needs of their students, schools are having to cut funding for … Read more

Net Zero Buildings have been awarded a position on the ESPO framework 953_18 Modular Buildings. In particular, we have been awarded the position Lot 1B – Education Modular Buildings Purchase. ESPO was established in 1981 and is fully owned by the public sector. ESPO have over 120 frameworks available – these are an easy way … Read more

The need to replace dilapidated and disused school buildings will always be a hurdle for schools to overcome; with NetZero Buildings, the capital build price and running costs are both lower than a traditionally built alternative. All of our new buildings are designed to meet the ESFA’s Output Specification with additional benefits that far out-weigh … Read more

As the Department for Education takes a fresh look at the system for new school funding and new places in existing schools, already squeezed council budgets look set to come under a new round of scrutiny. How school buildings are funded With a stated priority to creating 500 more free schools by 2020, it’s not … Read more

Planning a new 6thform or expansion building? How about replacing old buildings no longer fit for purpose? Crucial to any school’s budget is ensuring you apply for the Condition Improvement Fund (CIF). How long does it take to apply? The anticipated December due date for funding applications is rapidly approaching. Whether you are working with … Read more

With the possibility of soaring hot temperatures hitting the Earth and ‘hotter than average’ days soon becoming the norm, is there anything we can do to help the situation? We are continually working towards devising a better way of living and scientists are developing methods to reduce our CO2 emissions and our carbon footprint. However … Read more