All Emissions Articles

Liebherr: 4 hurdles to overcome before hydrogen combustion engines go mainstream
The prospect of construction equipment running on low-emission hydrogen combustion engines is now on the horizon.
Report finds UK construction industry must address waste management
The UK Construction Industry Annual Waste Report 2023 sheds light on the consequences of omissions from waste management
Using technology to measure – and reduce – carbon emissions
Contractors are under pressure to reduce emissions but to do this they have to be able to accurately record them. A new study from Trimble has scientifically documented the carbon reduction benefits that can be realised using automated solutions
Climate change… construction’s hottest topic
Dr Sreejith Balasubramanian of Middlesex University Dubai, and Dr Vinaya Shukla of Middlesex University London, describe how the construction industry must adapt if it is to mitigate the worst effects of climate change
Temporary trackway supplier creates carbon calculator
Calculator tracks emissions between stone and aggregate roads
Speedy partners to rent fuel-cell generators
UK hirer launches joint venture with hydrogen specialist
VDMA: Hydrogen ‘the only way to climate neutrality’
German trade body calls for a rapid shift to hydrogen-focused projects
Video interview: what does KPMG’s survey tell us about the state of construction?
Construction’s attitudes to technology, sustainability, and more are revealed 
Podcast: Liebherr exec describes path to hydrogen combustion
Liebherr’s Stefanie Gehardt describes development of hydrogen combustion engine technology, its performance vs. diesel and more
Speedy signs big deal for hydrogen access platforms
Hydrogen-powered MEWP results from Speedy Hire and Niftylift partnership 
What is the future for alternative power?
Mike Hayes looks at the power technology for construction equipment that may – or may not – be replacing diesel in the coming years
Chasing the sun: The British manufacturer attempting to bring solar power to construction sites
Solar panel specialist Lifos launches battery energy storage system
Volvo CE’s ‘industry first’ 48V DC charging protocol to drive electrification
Volvo CE has published its own brand-agnostic software protocol, as well as plug specifications, used on its 48V off-board DC chargers
What does the future hold for construction equipment emissions regulations?
It’s something of an odd time when it comes to the regulations governing emissions from diesel engines in off-highway equipment around the world.
UN backs concrete industry’s net zero plan
Concrete sector currently accounts for 7% of global CO2 emissions.
Volvo CE’s hybrid excavator delivers CO2 emission savings of “around 15%”
Volvo CE’s hybrid technology promises fuel savings of up to 17% as well as CO2 emission savings of around 15%
McKinsey Report: construction can reduce emissions by 50% with existing tech
Report looks at over 1,000 potential decarbonization levers for the built environment and identifies 30 of the largest opportunities
Are electric mini excavators a better choice than diesel?
New report claims electric mini excavators are a “better choice” than diesel equivalents - but is it that clear-cut?
MAN off-road engines approved for HVO use
Complete off-road portfolio approved for HVO and R33 fuel use
Kubota unveils new excavator
OEM also extends electric loader range
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