Foster + Partners has joined a UK-EU consortium that secured a £4 million research grant from the European Innovation Council Pathfinder funding programme. The three-year SWIFT-BUILD project focuses on autonomous robotic assembly for modular timber structures using top-down construction techniques. The initiative combines artificial intelligence, automated machinery and aerial drones to create flexible buildings designed for adaptation and eventual disassembly.
The Green Building Initiative has launched Ascent Building Certification for the UK and EU markets. This science-based system evaluates sustainability and resilience across global commercial property portfolios. Building on the success of Green Globes, it provides a transparent framework. The certification helps investors achieve measurable ESG performance while adapting to local regulations and environmental standards across all building lifecycle phases.
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