Aneaka Kellay In November 2016 Carbon Co-op contracted Dan Chaplin to run a three day DIY Retrofit for Homeowners course. Running the course was a first for us, and a part of our effort to provide more support to those working on low cost DIY retrofits. The course covered 6 key areas:1. Key principles2. Airtightness and draughtproofing3. … Read more
Have you struggled to find a good trades person? Have you asked for quotes that have come back wildly different? Are you puzzled as to why your contractor seems to be taking a while to get back to you? This event aims to support a better understanding and communication between trades people and their clients. What makes a good contractor and what makes a good client?
WHAT: Discussion on new services Carbon Co-op can offer to support more retrofit journeys
WHEN: November 16th, 7-9pm
WHERE: The Britons Protection, 50 Great Bridgewater St, Manchester M1 5LE
COST: Free
TO BOOK: https://2050-retrofit-possible.eventbrite.co.uk
A climate change motivated near total refurbishment of a 1930s semi. This will be a unique opportunity to tour a passivehaus eco-home in the making.
WHEN: Wednesday 26th October, 12-1.45pm.
WHERE: Radicliff, Bury (further location directions given once booked)
COST: Free
BOOK: https://grayson-home-tour.eventbrite.co.uk
Gain the knowledge and skills needed to motivate others in your community to improve the energy efficiency of their homes, reducing carbon emissions, improving comfort and reducing fuel bills.
WHEN: 9.30am-12.30pm, Saturday 22nd October and 5th November 2016
WHERE: URBED office, 5th floor, 10 Little Lever Street, Manchester, M1 1HR
COST: Members FREE, Non Members £20 (for 2 sessions)
TO BOOK: https://retrofit-advocacy2016.eventbrite.co.uk
A hands on course covering DIY retrofit. Designed to give homeowners an insight into carrying out thermal performance improvement works on their own homes.
Sat 12th, Sun 13th, Sat 19th November 2016