BRE Trust statement on Coronavirus disease (COVID-19)

As an organisation, BRE are following Government advice closely and taking all necessary precautions. The health and wellbeing of our employees and customers is our top priority. We have taken the decision for colleagues to work from home where possible. This is a significant step for us and we have taken into consideration various factors … Continue reading “BRE Trust statement on Coronavirus disease (COVID-19)”

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BAMB (Building as Material Banks)

The circular economy aims to change the linear process in which materials are made, used and then disposed. Rather than throwing away, when a material comes to the end of its service it can be reused or regenerated into new products. The material is viewed as a resource rather than waste. BRE is a key … Continue reading “BAMB (Building as Material Banks)”

Developing data structures to allow buildings and communities to be systemised

The work to date has been focused on identifying the key building blocks of a mesh network that can be used to bring transparency to how buildings and communities work as part of a smart city system. The system will be focused on people and their needs and ultimately it may be customisable and outcome … Continue reading “Developing data structures to allow buildings and communities to be systemised”

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