How do we overcome the dual challenge of building new as zero carbon as well as retrofitting our existing properties that will still be in existence in 2050?
Editorial director Andy Cameron-Smith previews the upcoming Unlock Net Zero Live conference and exhibition at the ExCeL in London on 22nd & 23rd November, highlighting why if you are involved in the decarbonisation journey you need to join us
Ben Earl, head of partnerships and sustainability at Abri discusses how they are making their operations cleaner and greener and their homes sustainable and energy efficient
Stephen O’Malley from Civic Engineers explores the concept of EcoBID as a method of financing city growth whilst ring-fencing money to deliver climate-mitigation activities
David Partridge, chair of the governance board explains the objectives behind the UK Net Zero Carbon Buildings Standard which aims to provide a rulebook for verifying new and existing buildings as meeting net zero carbon
Maggie Hall, Head of sustainability for Willmott Dixon in the Midlands reflects on the report from the Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change that flags we are not on track to limit the rise in global temperatures
The cities have been celebrated for their excellence in city forestry and commitment to urban forestry management by the programme that aims to create more green spaces in urban areas
Unlock Net Zero Live brings the UK housing and built environment sectors together to push forward bold conversations and practical solutions to decarbonise our homes and places at both pace and scale
Kathryn Hulkes, head of retrofit delivery at SNG and Anne-Marie Ratcliffe, key account manager at Sero, share their reflections on improving the retrofit process
Ambion Heating’s infrared panels are slimline and easy to install, making them well-suited to retrofit apartment blocks, social housing and smaller homes