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April 2019
Eco-renovation for Builders
Essential skills for retrofitting energy efficiency improvements in homes Also suitable for householders Increased awareness and press coverage means there is a growing demand for eco-renovation measures from householders but a dearth of contractors in Greater Manchester to meet demand. You may have experience of insulation installations or low carbon M&E works and want to extend ... Read more
Find out more »Levenshulme: Beginner’s Guide To Retrofit – April 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 »A Green New Deal for Homes + Carbon Co-op AGM
With an increasing acknowledgement of the climate emergency, a Green New Deal for the UK has been proposed, but what does a Green New Deal in the UK mean for existing homes? Can it kickstart the large scale retrofit of private and social housing stock, how can we ensure all sections of society benefit from ... Read more
Find out more »Hemp and Lime insulation workshop
Join us for this one-day, hands-on training on how to use hemp and lime for insulation. Older buildings with brick or stone walls can benefit from the use of natural breathable materials for insulation. This workshop will demonstrate the use of hemp and lime, materials with fantastic eco-credentials, and show how they are used in renovation or new ... Read more
Find out more »May 2019
Bolton: Beginner’s Guide To Retrofit – May 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 »CPD: Ventilation Systems – Design, Installation and Demand Control
CPD on Ventilation Systems – Design, Installation and Demand Control With Peter King, Aereco Are you considering installing ventilation systems in your project or are clients and householders concerned with indoor air quality issues such as damp and mould? Whether you are undertaking energy efficiency works for a private householder, or looking to improve air ... Read more
Find out more »Navigating the Construction Industry – a Guide for Householders (Routes to Retrofit) – May 2019
Building a new home, extending or retrofitting an existing one? Taught by industry professionals, this course helps you navigate the construction industry, make the most of your budget and gaining the skills to select and manage quality contractors. A two-part evening seminar (formerly known as 'Routes to Retrofit'), this will help you turn your home ... Read more
Find out more »June 2019
Beginner’s Guide To Retrofit – June 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 »July 2019
Beginner’s Guide To Retrofit – July 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 »August 2019
Beginner’s Guide To Retrofit – August 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
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