Policy
Representing our members at the heart of government
POLICY
We work with our members and draw out their expertise, knowledge and experiences to respond to consultations and positively contribute to the political debate on behalf of the industry.
Our practical approach means we are well respected in Westminster and with key Government departments. We’re an ideal partner that can work positively for the benefit of all – we helped shape Defra’s position on environmental net gain.
As the environment has become increasingly important to society, we championed out members' work to metro-mayors and the devolved administrations.
Our groups provide a forum for experts drawn from our membership base to share their views and experiences and influence our thinking.
The EIC Net Zero group, working in partnership with sister organisation ACE, has enabled members to directly influence those who design and deliver our built environment.
We produce reports and insight to share our industry’s thought-leadership on environmental issues. Our consultation responses inform government policy and our briefings help members understand major issues.
NET ZERO
Our joint work with sister organisation ACE exploring how we deliver Net Zero in the built environment.
Air Quality
Exploring how technology and innovation can help us address the biggest health issue of our time.
NATURE & BIODIVERSITY
Recognising the value in nature and encouraging the adoption of "net gain" in development.
CONTAMINATED LAND
Encouraging brownfield development to make the most of our world-class land remediation industry.
WASTE & RESOURCES
Bringing our membership together to encourage a fully ciricular economy while avoiding single-use plastics.
WATER
Exploring how innovation will deliver cleaner, more plentiful water as well as better sewerage and drainage.
REPORTS
Alternative Fuels: Cutting dangerous air pollution faster
Interim switch could save 1,250 lives a year.
Are we ready? Delivering Net Zero in the built environment
Exploring how prepared we are for Net Zero.
Innovation Audit of the 25 Year Environmental Plan
EIC and Ramboll explore potential for innovation to deliver 25YEP ambitions.
Brownfield First
Report from EIC into the potential for brownfield to deliver levelling up.
RESPONSES
Environment Bill inquiry
EIC responds to the Joint Select Committee inquiry on the Environment Bill.
BNG implementation
EIC's response on behalf of members to consultation led by Defra and Natural England.
Biodiversity Metrics response
EIC responds to Defra consultation on behalf of members.
Review of Net Zero
EIC's climate change taskforce responds to review led by Chris Skidmore MP.
BRIEFINGS
Net Zero: A guide for SMEs working in the built environment
Practical member only guide to Net Zero.
Autumn Budget and Spending Review 2021
Member-only briefing exploring the key announcements.
Briefing - Net Zero Strategy
Member-briefing on the Net Zero Strategy and three other related reports.
COP26 - What happened?
Our synopsis of the announcements and take-aways from the global climate conference.
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IN THE NEWS
Inaugural Meeting of the ACE/EIC Public Affairs Group
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Reflections on COP16 from Julia Baker, EIC's nature and biodiversity Task Force Chair
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