A bright future for Sustainability in 2023 Solar Power Goes Mainstream After being around for decades, Solar has always been a niche technology, with limited applications in certain regions. However, 2023 so far has seen a significant increase in the adoption of solar power, with more and more countries investing in large-scale projects. The cost […]
This week is Mental Health Awareness week. Chosen by the Mental health Foundation, this years focus is Anxiety. Anxiety affects many people in many different ways, both physically and mentally. Here at Fourblue, we help our staff by having a flexible, relaxed approach. Some of the things that we as a company offer are –• […]
Did you know that May 16th is Love a Tree day? We’ve signed up to Treeapp and will be plating trees for each placement that our team makes. As a sustainable company who supports global start-ups on their path to Net Zero, its a great place to start! Love a tree day Every year on May 16th, […]
In a world faced with mounting environmental challenges, sustainability has emerged as a crucial concept for preserving our planet and ensuring the well-being of future generations. Sustainable practices aim to strike a delicate balance between economic growth, social development, and environmental protection. As individuals, communities, and societies, we have the power to make conscious choices […]
ESG principles are becoming an essential part of the built environment industry. As we continue to face global challenges such as climate change and social inequality, it is crucial that businesses in this industry take responsibility for their impact on the world around us. By incorporating ESG principles into their operations, developers and architects can […]
The Importance of Upgrading Building Energy Efficiency Why Retrofitting? In the United Kingdom, retrofit refers to the process of upgrading existing buildings to improve their energy efficiency and reduce carbon emissions. With over 30 million homes and buildings in the UK, retrofitting has become a crucial aspect of reducing the country’s overall carbon footprint and […]
Why it is sometimes better to employ temporary or contract workers Why employ temp or contract workers? Contractors are a useful solution for employers looking to successfully navigate periods of transition or steer a business in a new direction. You may have up and coming projects for which you’ll require additional support; from Project Management, Commissioning […]
Energy Generation The way the world manages energy is changing rapidly. We are in a period of transformation from power being generated by a small number of massive generation sources to hundreds, thousands, and eventually, millions of sources of energy distributed around the country, from solar and wind farms to electric vehicles and connected homes […]
How to get a new job using LinkedIn As recruiters we spend LOADS of time on LinkedIn and this means we’re pretty good at spotting great profiles and prospective employees. If you’re looking for a new role then we would recommend getting yourself on LinkedIn and here’s our top five tips on how you can […]
The crucial role of battery storage in achieving Net Zero We’re not talking about the collection of used batteries that might have accumulated in your kitchen drawer over the past few years; Battery storage, or battery energy storage systems (BESS) refers to the devices in place that facilitate the storage and delivery of energy from […]