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
Specialist contractors are being sought to help inform a multi-million-pound framework dedicated to tackling the energy-efficient retrofit and decarbonisation of the country’s public sector buildings and social housing stock
Ben Nixon, associate partner and retrofit programme manager at Baily Garner explores the importance of airtightness to the ventilation strategy of any building to keep them moisture free and highlights its role in retrofit activity
Housing providers face a range of challenges in retrofitting their homes in time to hit the government’s 2050 net zero targets. In this viewpoint article James McHugh, senior consultant at Campbell Tickell looks at the issues and some solutions for local authorities
Head of member services (Wales) at CHIC, Jackie Leonard reflects on learnings from retrofit activity in Wales and outlines what role consortia can play in delivery
Johnnie Leather, public policy researcher at Sava writes about the consideration needed to be given to tackling increased summertime overheating in UK buildings and homes
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
