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February 2019
Draught-Proofing Workshop – February 2019
Make low-cost improvements to keep your home warmer. Are you aware of how much heat you may be losing through cracks and gaps in your windows, walls, and floors? These issues are reasonably simple to fix and will help you be warmer at home and maybe even save a few hundred pounds on your annual ... Read more
Find out more »GM Planners seminar: Domestic Energy Efficiency works in Greater Manchester
As part of BEIS' Local Retrofit Market pilots, Carbon Co-op and URBED are organising a specialist CPD seminar for Greater Manchester-based planning officers on domestic energy efficiency works. Whilst necessary to meet Greater Manchester’s mandated carbon emissions reduction targets, these works can have a significant impact on the setting and appearance of existing buildings. Planning policy ... Read more
Find out more »Seeing Infrared! Sharing and discussing heat images…
• What we'll doMany members planning or working on retrofit projects have used infrared heat cameras to get a better idea of how and where heat is being lost from their homes. Carbon Co-op lends out a heat camera and a number of members have used to to investigate their homes. In this MeetUp we ... Read more
Find out more »March 2019
Beginner’s Guide To Retrofit – March 2019
Learn about energy efficiency and making home improvements What: What do we mean when we talk about energy efficiency and retrofit? In this short, beginners guide we explore basic ideas and concepts, helping you get to grips with how you might reduce energy bills, improve your property and make your home a little bit greener. ... Read more
Find out more »EcoHome Lab: Monthly meetup and skill share
--------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Now in our regular monthly slot - every second Thursday of the month at MadLab (https://madlab.org.uk/). A hangout for people taking control of their home energy usage and generation. We use open-source hardware and software to gain a better understanding of energy in our homes, how to make the best use of the energy ... Read more
Find out more »EcoHome Lab: Monthly meetup and skill share
--------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Now in our regular monthly slot - every second Thursday of the month. A hangout for people taking control of their home energy usage and generation. We use open-source hardware and software to gain a better understanding of energy in our homes, how to make the best use of the energy we generate and ... Read more
Find out more »Ventilation for Householders – March 2019
A healthy home! Concerned about damp or indoor air quality? Suffering mould ptaches or curling wallpaper? It's important to understand why issues occur, how they impact our health and what we can do about them. Course Description An evening session outlining why planned ventilation is an important consideration in every home and particularly in retrofit. Exploring ... Read more
Find out more »Carbon Co-op – AECB Lancashire Group Networking Event
A chance to meet like-minded householders, trades and professionals involved in eco-home renovations. Carbon Co-op and AECB Lancashire group are getting together to strengthen connections between householders, consultants, professionals and trades in the Greater Manchester and Lancashire areas. We will hear short presentations from AECB and Carbon Co-op members, enjoy a buffet dinner and have plenty ... Read more
Find out more »Carbon Co-op Retrofit Meetup
This is a chance for a friendly and informal catch up with other Carbon Co-op members. An opportunity to talk about your retrofit project with others who are also keen to share ideas and experience. Please RSPV!
Find out more »April 2019
Understanding the Principles of Retrofit – April 2019
A two-part evening seminar, developing an understanding of home heat and moisture and other fundamentals Limited number of discounted tickets available on a first come, first served basis. Use code 10OFFPOR. Confused by talk of U-values and ‘breathability’ in buildings? Keen to understand how you can improve and insulate your home to make it warmer? ... Read more
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