Scottish Water has partnered with RSE to introduce innovative timber modular build (TMB) kiosks to its construction projects.

The first TMB kiosk has been delivered to a site in Aberdeen, with a second one destined for Howden Wells. These structures, made from sustainable timber, are designed to house chemical dosing equipment at water treatment and wastewater treatment works.

Compared to traditional glass reinforced plastic kiosks, the TMBs offer a significant reduction in embodied carbon, exceeding 74%. They are also more durable, fire resistant, and can be constructed more quickly.

By adopting this innovative approach, Scottish Water aims to reduce its carbon footprint and promote sustainable construction practices.


Ian Watt, Scottish Water's Beyond Net Zero Delivery Manager, said: "We are delighted to be working alongside RSE to reduce the carbon associated with our capital programme through these innovative timber kiosks. Kiosks are an essential part of many of our sites, housing chemical dosing equipment and have traditionally been made from glass reinforced plastic.

"RSE has managed to develop an approach that makes use of fully recyclable materials and cuts the embodied carbon associated with these structures by almost three quarters, while reducing lead in times and allowing for offsite construction – the fact that we were able to supply timber for one of the two kiosks we have ordered is a bonus.

"We look forward to having more of these types of kiosks fully installed on site in the coming weeks and months."

Andy Louden, RSE's Design Manager said: "2024 has been a great milestone for the development of the TMB. We are now looking forward to scaling up production of the TMB product range and reducing the embodied carbon and the duration of projects one modular build at a time."

Scottish Water has committed to reach net zero carbon emissions by 2040.