Masterclass: Airtightness In Domestic Retrofit
2019-11-12 17:00 - 19:30 (Europe/London) | Levenshulme, Marshall Road, Levenshulme, M19 2FQ, Levenshulme, M19 2FQ, GB
An evening session with Liam Schofield on airtightness in retrofit.

Beginner's Guide To Retrofit - November 2019
2019-11-13 18:00 - 19:30 | Levenshulme Inspire, 747 Stockport Rd, Manchester, M19 3AR, Manchester, M19 3AR, GB
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.
For: householders interested in energy efficiency and domestic retrofit, new Carbon Co-op members, housing association staff, housing co-ops and landlords.
How you will benefit: gain a better understanding of retrofit, whether it is relevant to you and advice on your next steps.
Knowledge required: None
Trainers: Jonathan Atkinson and Aneaka Kellay, Carbon Co-op
Cost: Free for both members and non-members

This introductory evening to retrofit takes place on the second Wednesday of every month.

A Beginner’s Guide To Retrofit is a part of Carbon Co-op’s Home Energy Training Programme, see more at carbon.coop/training

Eco-Renovation for Builders
2019-11-15 09:00 - 2019-11-16 16:00 | Levenshulme Methodist Church, 824 Stockport Road, Manchester, M19 3AW, Manchester, M19 3AW, GB
This is practical training, run by builders for builders, gets into the nitty-gritty of issues that typically come up in a retrofit.

Draught-Proofing Workshop - For renters and home-owners
2019-11-27 18:00 - 19:30 | Levenshulme Inspire, 747 Stockport Rd, Manchester, M19 3AR, Manchester, M19 3AR, GB
Make low-cost improvements to keep your home warmer this winter.
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 save serious money on your annual energy bills. Come along to this workshop to find out more…
“The course provides a good mix of understanding how to spot draughts, plus practical techniques and products to reduce them” – Natalie, 2018
Description: Covers the basics of how heat is lost in a home before focusing on draught-proofing. Looks at typical areas where homes leak heat and techniques for making improvements. Looks at the risks and issues around moisture management and ventilation.
For: Homeowners, renters, and students looking to make their homes warmer. No prior experience needed.
Benefit: Gain knowledge and understand techniques for making improvements on a budget. A useful step in making first stage improvements.
What you will learn:

How heat is lost in a home
Where to find leaks
Techniques and methods to draught-proof

Knowledge required: None
Trainer: Matt Fawcett
Cost: FREE
This training is a part of Carbon Co-op’s Home Energy Training Programme, see more here: carbon.coop/training

Beginner's Guide To Retrofit - February 2020
2020-02-12 18:00 - 19:30 | URBED (Urbanism Environment and Design) Ltd, 10 Little Lever Street, Manchester, M1 1HR, Manchester, M1 1HR, GB
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.
FOR: householders interested in energy efficiency and domestic retrofit, new Carbon Co-op members, housing association staff, housing co-ops and landlords.
HOW WILL YOU BENEFIT: gain a better understanding of retrofit, whether it is relevant to you and advice on your next steps.
KNOWLEDGE REQUIRED: None
TRAINERS: Jonathan Atkinson/Aneaka Kellay/Matt Fawcett/Marion Lloyd-Jones/Liam Schofield, Carbon Co-op
COST: Free for both members and non-members

This introductory evening to retrofit takes place on the second Wednesday of every month.

A Beginner’s Guide To Retrofit is a part of Carbon Co-op’s Home Energy Training Programme, see more at carbon.coop/training

Masterclass: Hemp/lime for building professionals
2020-02-21 12:30 - 17:00 | The Inspire Centre, 747 Stockport Road, Manchester, M19 3AR, Manchester, M19 3AR, GB
Practical workshop on designing and building with hemp/lime, including spray and cast application for retrofit insulation.

Hemp-Lime Insulation & Building for Self-builders / DIY retrofit
2020-02-22 10:00 - 16:00 | The Inspire Centre, 747 Stockport Road, Manchester, M19 3AR, Manchester, M19 3AR, GB
A practical, hands-on workshop with two of UK’s most experienced hempcrete specialists. No prior experience necessary.

Energise Home Energy Party
2020-03-06 18:30 - 20:30 | Member House TBC, Levenshulme, Manchester, M19, Manchester, M19, GB
Come to a house party with a difference. Hunt for draughts and cold areas, identify energy improvements and learn how to make them.

Energise: a day of retrofit learning and inspiration
2020-03-07 09:30 - 17:30 | Levenshulme Inspire Centre, 747 Stockport Road, Manchester, M19 3AR, Manchester, M19 3AR, GB
Act on Climate Change – Skills for warmer, low-carbon homes.

Energise After Party
2020-03-07 18:30 - 21:30 | The Talleyrand, 1030 Stockport Road, Manchester, M19 3WX, Manchester, M19 3WX, GB
Member social following Energise workshops – whether you come to the workshops or not!

Chorlton Beginner's Guide To Retrofit - March 2020
2020-03-18 18:00 - 19:30 | Oswald Road School, Oswald Rd, Manchester , Manchester, M21 9PL, Manchester, M21 9PL, GB
Learn about energy efficiency and making home improvements
Join us for a special Chorlton edition of Beginner’s Guide to Retrofit in which we will outline the basics of retrofit and also highlight our People Powered Retrofit service and how we can help you transform your home.
The session will conclude with a trip to a near by pub.
——–
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.
FOR: householders interested in energy efficiency and domestic retrofit, new Carbon Co-op members, housing association staff, housing co-ops and landlords.
HOW WILL YOU BENEFIT: gain a better understanding of retrofit, whether it is relevant to you and advice on your next steps.
KNOWLEDGE REQUIRED: None
TRAINERS: Marion Lloyd-Jones/Liam Schofield, Carbon Co-op
COST: Free for both members and non-members

A Beginner’s Guide To Retrofit is a part of Carbon Co-op’s Home Energy Training Programme, see more at carbon.coop/training

Info Night: Construction Contracts - sign on the dotted line?
2020-03-25 18:00 - 20:00 | Federation House, 2 Federation Street, Manchester, M4 4BF, Manchester, M4 4BF, GB
Construction is crammed with complex contracts – but it doesn’t have to be that way… Contract lawyer Sarah Fox takes it back to basics.

Introduction to Eco-Renovation - Part 1
2020-04-03 09:40 - 11:15 | England
This training, run by builders for builders, is an introduction to eco-renovation for contractors new to this area.

Introduction to Eco-Renovation - Part 2
2020-04-08 10:15 - 11:45 | England

Beginner's Guide To Retrofit webinar - April 2020
2020-04-08 18:00 - 19:30 | URBED (Urbanism Environment and Design) Ltd, 10 Little Lever Street, Manchester, M1 1HR, Manchester, M1 1HR, GB
Learn about energy efficiency and making home improvements
This event will take place by webinar – a registration link will be sent after registering for a ticket.
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.
FOR: householders interested in energy efficiency and domestic retrofit, new Carbon Co-op members, housing association staff, housing co-ops and landlords.
HOW WILL YOU BENEFIT: gain a better understanding of retrofit, whether it is relevant to you and advice on your next steps.
KNOWLEDGE REQUIRED: None
TRAINERS: Aneaka Kellay, Retrofit Team, Carbon Co-op
COST: Free for both members and non-members
This introductory evening to retrofit takes place on the second Wednesday of every month.

Building airtightness basics webinar with Diane Hubbard
2020-04-16 17:30 - 19:00 | England
Getting to grips with air tightness in the home.

Introduction to Home Energy Systems
2020-04-27 11:00 - 12:30 | England
The Home of the near Future: an overview of changes to domestic energy systems. (Image: Naus,Joeri. 2017)

Deep retrofit principles and case studies webinar with Liam Schofield
2020-05-06 18:00 - 20:00 | England
For householders interested in retrofitting their homes to high levels

Beginner's Guide To Retrofit webinar - May 2020
2020-05-13 17:30 - 19:30 | England
Learn about energy efficiency and making home improvements

Beginner's Guide To Retrofit - May 2020
2020-05-13 18:00 - 19:30 | URBED (Urbanism Environment and Design) Ltd, 10 Little Lever Street, Manchester, M1 1HR, Manchester, M1 1HR, GB

Power Shaper - The Flexible Energy Future
2020-05-19 17:30 - 18:30, 2020-05-25 17:30 - 18:30, 2020-06-01 17:30 - 18:30, 2020-06-08 17:30 - 18:30, 2020-06-15 17:30 - 18:30, 2020-06-22 12:30 - 13:30 | England
Delve into the Future of flexible energy and how you can shape it.
Power Shaper aims to build smarter grid solutions.

Retrofit: Replacement windows and doors webinar with Diane Hubbard
2020-06-03 17:45 - 19:30 | England
High specification windows and doors can be a major expense in a retrofit, so understanding their thermal performance and airtightness is i

Beginner's Guide To Retrofit - June 2020
2020-06-10 18:00 - 19:30 | URBED (Urbanism Environment and Design) Ltd, 10 Little Lever Street, Manchester, M1 1HR, Manchester, M1 1HR, GB
We will circulate the Zoom link to attendees before the event.
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.
FOR: householders interested in energy efficiency and domestic retrofit, new Carbon Co-op members, housing association staff, housing co-ops and landlords.
HOW WILL YOU BENEFIT: gain a better understanding of retrofit, whether it is relevant to you and advice on your next steps.
KNOWLEDGE REQUIRED: None
TRAINERS: Jonathan Atkinson/Aneaka Kellay/Matt Fawcett/Marion Lloyd-Jones/Liam Schofield, Carbon Co-op
COST: Free for both members and non-members

This introductory evening to retrofit takes place on the second Wednesday of every month.

A Beginner’s Guide To Retrofit is a part of Carbon Co-op’s Home Energy Training Programme, see more at carbon.coop/training

The Fundamentals of Deep Retrofit with Nick Parsons
2020-06-17 18:00 - 19:30 | England
Exploring the fundamentals of deep retrofit retrofit including Building Regulations, air tightness and sustainable materials.

Introduction to Home Energy Systems
2020-06-22 18:00 - 19:30 | England
The Home of the Near Future: an overview of changes to domestic energy systems. (Image: Naus, Joerie. 2017)
