Working with some of the leading sustainable product manufacturers in the UK, including EnviroVent, Barratt Developments has developed ‘Z House’, the first home in the country built by a major housebuilder to go beyond the Future Homes Standard.

Project 80 is a new development by Midland Heart, a Birmingham-based housing association, which will meet the Government’s new Future Homes Standard by reducing carbon emissions by up to 80%, three years ahead of schedule.

Most of us assume that with regular cleaning and keeping our homes tidy that automatically makes them a healthy environment. Unfortunately, that is wrong, there are numerous activities and habits that will contribute to the build-up of germs and unhealthy particles that can be causing headaches, asthma and dermatological conditions. So, what are these mistakes and how can we stop making them?

If you have recently discovered mould growing in your home, your first instinct may be to paint over it, but is this a good way to deal with the problem?

John Moss, looks at how landlords are being encouraged to take a more proactive approach to condensation and mould growth, following the release of the housing ombudsman’s report on damp and mould.

Find everything you need to know about MVHR and MEV before buying or starting a sustainable ventilation system project in our Sustainable Mechanical Ventilation System Buyer Guide

What designers and developers should be aware of in minimising the concentrations of Indoor Air Pollutants to reduce the impact on health.

As with most issues that can affect a home, prevention is better than cure, and in many cases, damp can be stopped by addressing the cause.

Solving damp issues caused by condensation in your home early helps you avoid expensive repair bills in the future.