Dr Jannik Giesekam is a Chancellor’s Fellow in the Department of Civil and Environmental Engineering at the University of Strathclyde. His research and consultancy focusses on climate change mitigation in industrial supply chains, with a particular emphasis on the UK construction industry. This includes over a decade of work on
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Grant White, Owner, Discovery Homes Started in 1989 converting old jute mills locally in Dundee, and slowly moved forward to building new houses in and around Dundee.We continued developing many sites locally until 2014. At this time we made a fundamental decision to change the way we constructed houses. Like
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Jae Cotterell, Director, Passivhaus Homes and PH15 System Jae Cotterell was the architect for one of the first three certified retrofit houses to the full Passivhaus standard in the UK, winning the Passivhaus Trust Award for best private house in 2013. Since 2012, and with a contractor partner, they have
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Jamie Keats, Product Owner, CITU Jamie Keats is a qualified architect specialising in sustainable development and works as a Product Owner overseeing CITU’s Research and Development across its build system. CITU is a vertically integrated housebuilder with a mission to accelerate the transition to zero carbon cities. Jamie studied at
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Martin Twamley, Technical Director, STEICO UK Ltd Martin is the Technical Director of STEICO UK Ltd who are a subsidiary of STEICO SE, the worlds largest producer of wood fibre insulation. Martin trained as Architectural Technician, working on numerous projects across Europe, and has been involved in the supply, design
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Tom Wigg, Senior Advisor – Net Zero Carbon Buildings, UKGBC Following a Master’s in astrophysics, Tom has spent the last 6 years working in sustainability in the built environment. Firstly, as a consultant delivering full spectrum sustainability and energy support on projects ranging from individual offices to mixed use, 10,000
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Andrew is the Group Sustainability Manager at Polyroof Products Ltd, a part of the Roberts Group. Polyroof design, develop and manufacture specialist cold-applied liquid roofing systems for the UK and international roofing markets. Andrew is responsible for leading Polyroof’s organisational sustainability strategy as well as for its sustainable tools, systems,
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Richard Hipkiss, Modular and Portable Buildings, Development Director, MPBA With an engineering background before moving into the construction industry in the early 2000’s, the impact of the fusion of manufacturing and construction comes as no surprise. Richard has been a Director of the MPBA for 5 years, setting up the
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In this session we explore the biggest threats workers are facing and the changes industry can make to prevent the problem getting worse. Join us for this challenging conversation which will explore scientific and industry insight. Speakers: Nathan Baker, Chief Executive, IOM Philip Baker, Deputy Health and Safety Champion, Construction
Read more »The link between nature and human wellbeing is becoming increasingly more tangible. Now the implementation of Biodiversity Net Gain is becoming increasingly important on new site developments with a plan to make it a mandatory requirement. This will be beneficial for both humans and biodiversity. But how do we measure
Read more »Our panel will explore the benefits of different types of blue-green roofs and look at how they might evolve with technology and connected SUDS systems. Chair: Tom Young, Chair, TEP Speakers: Johnny Phillips, United Utilities Louise Walker, CIRIA John Roberts, Pluviam Environmental
Read more »‘Trees’ seem to be the solution to many of the physical placemaking and health challenges in our urban environments. The NPPF calls for all new streets to be ‘tree-lined’; trees can help to reduce increased summer temperatures and, combined with SuDS, the impact of the increasing heavy rain events; people
Read more »Despite all the talk about encouraging sustainable development, the average walking time from major new housing development to the mix of amenities necessary for normal life, such as schools, employment centres, shops, and GP’s surgeries is 43 minutes. This compares with an average of just 15 minutes by car.
Read more »This session will focus on how a race to Net Zero will require a wider and deeper understanding about what role nature-based solutions can play in creating low-carbon, healthy and nature-positive approaches to placemaking to ensure our communities are sustainable, equitable and fit for the challenges of the next 10-20
Read more »Realising the best designs depends on effective delivery on the ground during the construction and maintenance periods. Too often, failures in delivery or effective maintenance strategies is the cause of failure for the scheme. Creating enduring landscapes is a complex matter with so many elements to be taken into account.
Read more »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
Read more »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
Read more »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.
Read more »Heat networks are a cost-effective tool for decarbonising dense urban areas, improving security of supply and utilising waste heat. The Climate Change Committee’s (CCC)’s modelling suggests that connecting one in five households by 2050 would be cost-effective (with 10 percent of homes connected by 2030). Heat networks are a technology-agnostic,
Read more »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
Read more »The first phase of introduction of the Future Homes Standard (FHS) into the building regulations in England has been mandatory since June 2022 and represents the largest step change in new build housing standards for a generation. These new standards along with further changes planned in 2025, are part of
Read more »The UKDEA is pleased to invite you to a unique session where our Members will be presenting the very latest innovations in technologies and systems for the District Energy sector. Whatever the stage of developing or operating a network, there will be innovations that we are sure you will want
Read more »Currently, the UK’s 30 million homes account for more than 21% of the country’s total carbon emissions, with three-quarters of this coming from heating systems. 85% of UK homes are on the gas network, using fossil fuels and producing large quantities of carbon emissions. Retrofitting our homes to use low
Read more »Hear the views of the Sustainable Energy Association and it’s members on how national and local governments and industry ensure that buildings are constructed and retrofitted to ensure that they are energy efficient, Net Zero carbon, warm and healthy. Chair: Jade Lewis, Chief Executive, Sustainable Energy Association Speakers: Simon Blackham,
Read more »The UKDEA is pleased to invite you to a unique session where our Members will be presenting the very latest innovations in technologies and systems for the District Energy sector. Whatever the stage of developing or operating a network, there will be innovations that we are sure you will want
Read more »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
Read more »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
Read more »This session is all about how to enjoy the AV best performance in every room in a building, commercial or residential regardless of equipment location. Good quality audio and video streaming can change the whole character of a living or working space. Achieving this requires freedom of design, robust controls
Read more »FIS who represent the finishes and Interiors sector will be launching a new site guide for those involved in planning and construction of drylining during this session at Futurebuild. The new site guide aims to improve efficiency by up to 17% where additional waste is being generated each year on
Read more »In the post-COVID era there has been a significant increase in people’s awareness about indoor air quality (IAQ) and ventilation. People want to be assured that the air they breathe in the spaces in which they live, learn and work is of acceptable quality. IAQ can vary significantly depending on
Read more »Despite the financial, sustainability and personal costs to keep moving homes, it is often necessary when the needs of the occupants change, due to age, health or personal injury. This session aims to demonstrate how we can tackle the need to adapt our homes in response to changing personal needs.
Read more »Regenerative circular design consultants 540 WORLD and international manufacturers as gamechanging innovation exemplars, Shaw Contract and Magna Glaskeramik, 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
Read more »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
Read more »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
Read more »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,
Read more »The majority of new housing in the UK is constructed using brick and block. Detailed design and specification continues to evolve to meet building regulations and the carbon reduction requirements of the Future Homes Standard 2025. In this session the speakers will explain how, and also take a look at
Read more »Mass timber construction can provide an opportune route to decarbonisation in our built environment, however extensive research has identified difficulties in regards to insurance. A new industry-recognised ‘playbook’ aims to provide a practical resource to help overcome these challenges and streamline the process of obtaining insurance for both construction and
Read more »Sharing insights from a forthcoming book, this session will discuss how we can better understand materials and their environmental impacts so we can make more informed design choices. Experts on specific materials will highlight the questions that we need to ask, focusing on how we can reduce their impact and
Read more »Growing interest in zero carbon and low embodied energy casts a spotlight on materials that are specified. While mainstream petrochemical, synthetic and cementitious materials strive for lower embodied energy , the best way to achieve this is by using bio based, renewable, natural materials. Many architects and builders are nervous
Read more »Will Arnold, the IStructE’s Head of Climate Action, will present on the decarbonisation of steel, concrete and timber in the UK. As well as critiquing the promises made to date, the presentation will give an insight into some of the exciting materials innovations that Will has come across through his
Read more »Steel is one of the most widely used and resource intensive materials used in construction. Although commonly recycled at end of life, the reuse of steel is minimal despite the apparent environmental and carbon benefits. New research shows that steel can be reused in a wide range of construction applications
Read more »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
Read more »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
Read more »With the upcoming changes to the regulation of construction products the panel, Chaired by CABE Technical Director Richard Harral will be discussing the implication of the changes for both specifiers and designers. Chair: Richard Harral, Technical Director, CABE Speakers: Hanna Clarke, Digital and Policy Manager, Construction Products Association (CPA) Richard
Read more »The Passivhaus Trust will launch updated good practice guidance on how to design and build to the energy efficiency and comfort building standard. Passivhaus experts will share their top practical tips and explain how to use Passivhaus to get to net zero on your project. Chair: Piers Sadler, Director, Delta
Read more »The built environment contributes around 40% of the UK’s total carbon footprint, and 21% of homes are over 100 years old and are characterised by traditional construction. There is an assumption that historic, traditional buildings will always have a low value Energy Performance Certificate (EPC), and energy retrofits / upgrades
Read more »Many of the well-known barriers in delivering retrofit get plenty of airtime, such the technical aspects, or the retrofit skills gap. But as social housing landlords struggle to deliver on pilots alongside ‘business as usual’, many lesser-recognised barriers are emerging. The need for soft skills such as how to communicate
Read more »Hosted by Light Steel Frame Association (LSFA), this session will feature high-profile speakers discussing the significant role that light steel frame plays in the UK’s major developments across all sectors. Steel construction provides the most sustainable and economic buildings, representing the most efficient use of resources. This longevity combined with
Read more »UK homes are increasingly at risk of overheating, which can lead to uncomfortable indoor environments for homeowners and residents. Overheating can be caused by poor housing design, uncontrolled solar gain, inadequate shading, and insufficient summer ventilation. Contextual factors such as external noise and security concerns can also restrict opportunities for
Read more »The UK is facing an energy crisis. It is estimated that by Spring 2023 a typical family could be paying 500% more for their household energy bills than before the Covid pandemic. The UK is also still committed to a net zero emissions target by 2050. With these issues in
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