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Are we Retro-fit?
The release of PAS 2035 and PAS 2030:2019 has revolutionised the whole-house retrofit industry. Their adoption in projects delivered through the Energy Company Obligation (ECO), Social Housing Decarbonisation Fund (SHDF), and Home Upgrade Grant (HUG) initiatives has led to a surge in demand for retrofit professionals. Our expert panel will examine the current trends and
Delivering healthy, resilient, and nature-rich communities through sustainable placemaking – curated by Bioregional
Decarbonising the built environment is essential, but not sufficient by itself to create a truly sustainable build environment. This session will explore how, working in partnership with local communities, innovative developers have implemented a holistic view of sustainable placemaking by delivering infrastructure solutions that support healthy, resilient, and nature-rich communities. Chair: Sue Riddlestone OBE, Chief
Digital Twins: What are they and what are their value?
If the built and natural environment is to deliver on the net zero and sustainability agenda, it must make use of the data and feedback loops offered by digital twins across the full asset lifecycle for both new and existing assets, reducing embodied and operational emissions, and supporting the concept of material banks. This session
Introduction to the Flexibility Innovation programme and project insights – curated by Department for Energy Security and Net Zero
The session will introduce the Flexibility Innovation Programme which is part of the £1 billion Net Zero Innovation Portfolio. The ability to shift energy in time or location to balance supply and demand is essential for decarbonising power, buildings and transport and could bring down yearly system costs by up to £10 billion by 2050.
Net Zero Energy and New Housing Development – curated by Good Homes Alliance
From 2025, gas heating will be banned in newly built homes. This much needed move away from fossil fuels will see demand on the electricity grid increase dramatically in the coming years, as we transition to heat pumps, solar PV, batteries and electric vehicle charging. Join us to hear from forward-thinking developers and local authorities
Passivhaus and the cost of living crisis – curated by Passivhaus Trust
How does Passivhaus provide solutions to the current energy bill crisis? The Passivhaus Trust leads a workshop exploring the energy and cost-saving benefits of building and retrofitting using the low energy building standard and methodology. Chair: Matt Bridgestock, Managing Director, John Gilbert Architects The costs and benefits of Passivhaus newbuild Emma Osmundsen, Chief Executive. Sixty
Specifying Low Carbon Concrete – curated by MPA The Concrete Centre
The standard for concrete, BS 8500, is about to be revised and this update will considerably increase the range of low carbon concrete available for all concrete applications. Gareth will provide guidance on how to specify low carbon concrete, including the use of multi-components cements using limestone. Research, development and innovation into new low carbon
Understanding Impact – the WELL Equity Rating – curated by International WELL Building Institute
Creating comfortable, empowering spaces for people to thrive involves more than physical design. Research has shown that 76 percent of job candidates seek out companies that prioritize diversity, and global companies with more gender diversity are 21 percent more profitable than their less-diverse peers. Studies have also shown that women are at more risk for
Big Energy Debate: 100% renewables are needed to reduce global heating
We once believed that fossils fuels were a wonderful thing for the human race and over the last 2-300 years, we indulged ourselves by drawing down the reserves that nature had laid down over millions of years before we, as a species, arrived. We call it coal, oil and gas ‘production’ but it has of
Designing for wellbeing – curated by BIID
This session will cover the importance of wellbeing in design and topics such as enhanced indoor air quality (IAQ), biophilic design, lighting, acoustics and healthy materials and how they can be leveraged to create indoor spaces maximized for wellbeing. Speakers: Mathew Freeman, Founder of Freeman Studio, BIID President Ben Channon, Director, Ekkist Sharon Simpson, Founder
Digital Transformation: Less talk, more action and REAL results -Curated by Nima
Most people have heard of digital transformation and also perhaps about BIM and/or information management, but what are the most beneficial first steps? What are the tried and tested methods? What’s the one thing with the best ROI? Our panellists will share their secrets, enabling you to make significant steps forward. Chair: Casey Rutland, Founding
Innovations in Precast Concrete – MPA Precast
Precast concrete is simultaneously at the cutting edge of Modern Methods of Construction (MMC) and utilising the inherent, proven performance benefits of concrete. These benefits can be relied on to deliver safe, sustainable buildings that are resilient to fire, release of water and protect occupants from the impacts of climate change, such as rising temperatures.
Insights from Energy Entrepreneurs Fund – curated by Department for Energy Security and Net Zero
This session will provide a brief overview of the Energy Entrepreneurs Fund (EEF) which is part of the Net Zero Innovation Portfolio. The Energy Entrepreneurs Fund is a competitive funding scheme to support the development and demonstration of state-of-the-art technologies, products and processes in the areas of energy efficiency, power generation, heat and electricity storage,
Masterclass Session: A decade of building ‘zero bills’ homes with Bill Dunster OBE
Bill will discuss a range of different construction techniques, design strategies and masterplans that can deliver a durable non toxic home or workplace with no net annual energy bills. Examples ranging from volumetric off site to local pop up assembly lines could provide large numbers of additional affordable homes without using any existing industry capacity
Policy and Regulations to 2030 and beyond – Impacts on the Sector – Curated by UKDEA
Arran Mornin, Head of Heat Networks Policy and the Department for Energy Security and Net Zero, will provide an overview of the key policy and regulation changes coming between now and 2030. From zoning and regulation, to technical standards and carbon emissions, Arran will set out the key policy and regulatory issues that you need
Retrofit Assessment – What Does Good Look Like?
Bad retrofit starts with bad assessment. It follows that good retrofit starts with good assessment. But what does good look like? This session is all about the Retrofit Assessors are sharing their methods and best practice. Chair: Allen Pither, Technical Director, The Retrofit Academy Speakers: Jarrod Green, Retrofit Technical Solutions Manager & Winner of RA
Workforce transformation: developing green jobs and skills in the UK – curated by IEMA
Discussion of ongoing challenges and opportunities for developing green jobs and skills in the UK, including updates from members of the government’s Green Jobs Delivery Group. The session will explore: What are the key blockers and enablers for creating more green jobs in the UK? What more can be done to embed green skills in
Facing Challenges: Learning lessons, being prepared
In 2022 alone we have had the return of war to Europe, an ongoing pandemic, floods, drought, record breaking temperatures exposing the inadequacy of our buildings and the fragility of our urban environments as places in which people can be expected to live and thrive. It was a year in which energy shortages, rising energy
(Non-Domestic) Modular Construction and the Journey to Net Zero – curated by MPBA
The Modular and Portable Building Association focused sustainability group considers how modular construction delivers benefits to the net zero agenda in all lifecycle stages from manufacture through to end of life, providing model implementation of the circular economy. Chair: Richard Hipkiss, Modular and Portable Buildings, Development Director, MPBA Speakers: Andrew Roberts, Group Sustainability Manager, Polyroof
Biosolar roofs: delivering for the energy and biodiversity crises – curated by Green Roof Organisation
The combination of green roofs with solar panels – a biosolar roof – is a great way of making the best use of valuable space. Collaboration across disciplines and technologies is vital to avoid wasting time and resources, and we will look at the challenges and successes of this multifunctional solution. Chair: Maggie Fennell Wells,
Build the Change by The Day & LEGO Group student competition
Online newspaper for schools The Day, together with the LEGO Group, are giving students the chance to have a say on sustainability issues and express their hopes for the future through a weekly free sustainability resource, called Build the Change Tuesday. Students debate and discuss sustainability issues in the news, then design their own innovative
Building for the next generation with timber – curated by Timber Development UK
For centuries, the educational institutions of Britain provided fertile ground for architectural innovation. We are seeing more academic buildings incorporating sustainable features, not only to reduce the building’s environmental impact, but also to promote a healthy and productive learning environment. The session will explore the Wood Awards 2022 Finalist Wintringham Primary Academy, by award-winning architects
Certified safe & circular materials, fibre boards & C02-absorbing paint disrupting the linear economy – curated by 540 WORLD
Regenerative circular design consultants 540 WORLD and international manufacturers as game changing innovation examples, HONEXT® and Graphenstone, present gold standard sustainable material innovations and why sustainable circularity is a broken design model without material health verification first. The global pioneers setting the international standards in design and materials explain the why, how and what makes
Delivering low carbon heating at scale – curated by Kensa Group
In this session, we discuss how ground source heat pumps can be deployed at scale to deliver low carbon heating to domestic and non-domestic buildings. We will present our ‘street-by-street approach’ which features individual ground source heat pumps in each building connected to ambient temperature district heating. Additionally, we will introduce the concept of split
Retrofit Coordinator Case Studies
PAS 2035 introduced the Retrofit Coordinator almost four years ago. We now have over 1000 accredited Retrofit Coordinators nationwide. Let’s hear it from these Retrofit Coordinators what approaches they use to support their clients on the pathway to Net Zero. Chair: David Pierpoint, Chief Executive, The Retrofit Academy Speakers: Fallon Warren, Senior Building Surveyor, Orbit
What happens when a digital twin enters the Metaverse
In this talk we will explore the importance around the connection of the digital and physical worlds, with digital twins, as we look towards the future of the Metaverse. We will explore industry use cases that utilise real time rendering front ends to digital twins as a way to connect and collaborate with stakeholders and
Activism: Act now, or face extinction
Over the years there have been many warnings about the increasing threats and consequences of climate and ecological breakdown, but the rate at which we have responded to these challenges has been slower than is needed. A recent UN report states that “there is “no credible pathway to 1.5C in place”, the UN’s environment agency
A new approach to building, say hello to P-DfMA!
Platform design for manufacture and assembly (P-DfMA) is fast becoming the most talked about approach when it comes to modern methods of construction (MMC). However this Platform approach to construction requires a shift in thinking from a construction mindset to a manufacturing first mind-set. Which is easier said than done. But, once we change focus
CIOB In Conversation: What Construction Clients Want/Need
Marking the launch of the CIOB’s Client Initiative. A thought-provoking and insightful session highlighting what clients want and need from their construction team and why they don’t always get it. Chair: Daphne Thissen, Thissen Consulting Speakers: Neil Pennell, Head of Design, Innovation & Property Solutions, Landsec Jennifer Makkreel, Deputy Head of Capital Projects, University of
How can we accelerate the growth of heat networks in the UK? – curated by Carbon Trust
Heat networks have the potential to play a significant role in the UK’s transition to net zero. In this session, we explore what is needed to accelerate the growth of heat networks in the UK. We will explore the role of markets and the public sector; heat regulation, consumer protection and zoning; leveraging private sector
Net Zero Pioneers: tepeo, Hanson, A2M architects, Viessmann
This session will see product and innovation presentations from our Net Zero Pioneers – those leading the way at scale on the journey to net zero. Chair: Andrew Cameron Smith, Content & Editorial Director, Unlock Net Zero 13.30-13.50 The challenges of decarbonising heat 17% of the UK’s emissions come from providing heating and hot water
Retrofit Design Masterclass
Retrofit Designers are the technical experts who specify how the improvement measures will be installed, taking account of how each of the measures interact. Not an easy feat, so these professionals need to possess both the vision and the problem solving qualities. How do they do it? Well let’s ask our panel of speakers in
The Future of Lighting Design
Join Michael Grubb as he offers thoughtful insights into the future of lighting and how lighting designers can steer the course of the industry towards energy saving and sustainability.Focusing on topics such as:• The impact of digital transformation on the lighting industry• The role of lighting design in the future• How lighting designers can influence
The New Model Building: A solution for mass timber residential development – curated by Build by Nature
A presentation and panel discussion about the New Model Building, a project by Waugh Thistleton, Buro Happold and UCL, which has established a pre-approved construction system for a 6-storey timber residential building for use by the wider industry. The session will explore the potential of mid-rise timber residential development – tapping into questions of fire
Urban soil – a vital ecosystem to protect and enhance, not waste for disposal – curated by Soil In Construction
Soil is one of our most precious non-renewable resources and its health and the many ecosystem services it currently provides are under significant threat. Long term protection of soils and support for enhancing their function is vital for climate mitigation and adaptation, and stemming biodiversity loss. The construction industry has a leading role to play
Wise Heads: How can we scale best practice in the planning system to create resilient communities
“The core purpose of planning should be to create places that enable people to live happy and healthy lives within the natural limits of the planet, leaving sufficient space for nature.” The increase in major disruptions have exposed the fragility of many of our critical systems and shown how unprepared we are for future shocks.
Building a circular future
David’s presentation will cover the circular economy design principles for buildings; practical examples and case studies; and a brief summary of the requirements of the GLA Circular Economy policies. Chair: Alice Purcell, AECOM Speaker: Dave Cheshire, Director, Sustainability, Buildings + Places, AECOM
How advancements in tech are changing the course of building regulation compliance
As part of new and updated building regulations coming into force in the UK, such as the uplifted Regulation 40 Part L and Building Safety Act 2022, there has been a push by the Government towards data and information digitisation. During this session we will show how advances in tech means it is now easier
How much domestic energy do we really use and what low level physical interventions can we make?
It is not only the rising cost of energy that demands improvements in the energy performance of our building stock. Given that the majority of buildings that we will have in 2050 already exist, achieving our urgent climate goals means that we must reduce the energy use in these buildings. The first requirement for effective
How will the Net Zero Carbon Buildings Standard revolutionise the UK Built Environment? – curated by UK Net Zero Carbon Buildings Standard
Whilst significant progress has been made in defining what ‘net zero’ means for the country’s buildings, the UK Net Zero Carbon Buildings Standard will take the next step and enable industry to robustly prove their built assets are net zero carbon and in line with our nation’s climate targets. The Standard’s development is being led
Water fittings: A guide for specifiers – curated by BMA
Sanitary and plumbing products installed in the UK require UK Water Regulation 4 compliance. This seminar will examine if those regulations are fit for purpose and the importance of installers’ education on all the compliant testing schemes available, including Kiwa, NSF and WRAS. Chair: Tom Reynolds, Chief Executive, Bathroom Manufacturers Association (BMA) Speakers: Stephanie Allchurch,
Why we need integrated water management – curated by ACO
Along with air and soil, water is one of the critical elements needed for life. Floods make us feel that water is limitless, droughts demonstrate that this may not be the case. It is predicted that urban populations will increase significantly over the next 8 years and this will create a number of specific challenges
Delivery Challenges for the Retrofit Professionals
Speaker: Simon Ayers, Chief Executive Officer, Trustmark
Innovation Partner Presentations – MCB/MODS, Smart Architectural Aluminium, Aico
This session will see product and innovation presentations from Innovation Partners, who you can also visit on the Innovation Trail. 15.15-15.30 Digitising production to make it easier to integrate re-use MCB Atelier is a Brussels-based company active in wood processing it is also a local ecosystem that allows to push and promote – through a
Certified safe & circular materials – sustainable wood & global applications disrupting the linear economy – curated by 540 WORLD
Regenerative circular design consultants 540 WORLD and Accoya wood as a gamechanging innovation exemplar present gold standard sustainable timber innovations and why sustainable circularity is a broken design model without material health verification first. The global pioneers setting the international standards in design and materials explain the why, how and what makes Accoya wood safe,
Futurebuild debate: Rebuild or Retrofit: Planning and Whole Life Carbon
Our preferred option is habitually to clear the site and start again, but carbon calculations too often advise that this is not appropriate. An alternative has been to retain the facade leaving it looking out of place, but why not retain the building? Adaptive reuse of, and where appropriate extensions to, existing buildings can be
Heat decarbonisation – curated by CIBSE
A technical and policy update on heat decarbonisation covering: upcoming heat network technical assurance standard The latest CIBSE guidance on heat pumps How the Net Zero Carbon Buildings Standard will address decarbonisation of heat – specifically, buildings linked to a heat network and those with fossil fuel uses difficult to replace Colin Goodman, Technical Consultant,
Increasing sustainability by design – curated by KNX UK
This session seeks to demonstrate the impact on sustainability achieved by using an open protocol to create intelligent building systems that can be endlessly adapted and updated without a complete redesign – ever. The sheer variety and adaptability of using an open protocol can easily create buildings in which the heating, lighting, cooling, shading and
Retrofit Evaluation – Setting the Standard for the Future
Three different ‘levels’ of retrofit evaluation are required under PAS 2035, namely basic, intermediate or advanced, depending on the performance of the individual retrofit project. The panellist of this seminar will share their methods and discuss best practice when it comes to Retrofit Evaluation. Chair: Simon Ayers, Chief Executive Officer,Trustmark Speakers: David Glew, Director of
