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SUMMARY:Longsight Home Energy Party!
DESCRIPTION:You are invited to Equinox Housing Co-op’s home improvement house party! \nThis is a house party with a difference.\nCarbon Co-op members Aneaka is inviting her friends and neighbours in Longsight\, Levenshulme and Burnage\, to find out how we can improve our homes\, making them warmer and more healthy. \nWith the help of expert Energy Surveyor Diane Hubbard of Green Footsteps\, we will be hunting for draughts and cold areas of the house\, identifying energy improvements and outlining how to go about making them.\nUsing ‘blower door’ equipment (a big fan on the front door) to pull air into the house\, we will play ‘Hunt the Draughts’. A ‘semi-competitive’ game 🙂 in which teams will explore the house and compete to find the most draughty bits of the house (and there are likely to be a few!). \nDiane will be on hand to discuss what can be done to improve draughty and cold homes and there will be opportunities to ask questions and share tips. \nAdditional info:\n\nFood and refreshments will be provided.On street parking available\nThe house is not wheelchair accessible. A ramp into the house could be built on request. 
URL:https://carbon.coop/event/carbon-co-op-home-improvement-house-party/
LOCATION:Equinox Housing Co-operative
CATEGORIES:Infonight
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SUMMARY:Thermography Training with Diane Hubbard
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a thermography training with Diane Hubbard.\nThis practical\, hands-on session will give you the opportunity to learn the basics of using a thermal imaging camera. \nThe session will give the benefits that thermal imaging cameras offer\, but also common pitfalls. Basic thermal imaging inside and outside buildings will be covered\, together with an introduction to the interpretation of thermal images.\nPricing\nWe are running this training as Pay As You Feel. The training costs us £20 pp to run. Our suggestion for ticket fees are:\n\nUnwaged – £5\nLow Waged – £10\nHigh Waged – £25\n\nAdditional Information\nTravel\n\nLimited on-street parking available. \nNearest train station: Levenshulme\nNearest bus – 192\, 197\, 50 \nBikes can be locked up on rails outside the house. \n\nThe venue is not wheelchair accessible. \nRefreshments will be provided\n\n**This training will be followed by the Carbon Co-op Home Improvement Party event in the same venue. The ‘party’ will involve identifying draughts and discussing how to draught-proof effectively. If you would like to attend book here.**\n\nDiane Hubbard\, Green Footsteps\nA mechanical engineer\, Diane’s interest in building physics arose a number of years ago with the realisation that our existing buildings are crucial to reducing our environmental impact. After the completion of her MSc at the Centre of Alternative Technology and academic publications\, she continues to increase our understanding of this field through a combination of research and project work with clients.\nWorking as Green Footsteps (greenfootsteps.co.uk)\, Diane undertakes airtightness testing\, infrared thermography and energy calculations for new buildings and those about to undergo retrofits. She is a Passivhaus Consultant\, Passivhaus Tradesperson and a Level 2 Building Thermographer.
URL:https://carbon.coop/event/thermography-training-with-diane-hubbard/
LOCATION:Equinox Housing Co-op\, Longsight\, Manchester\, M13\, Manchester\, M13\, GB
CATEGORIES:Training
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20190326T180000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20190326T203000
DTSTAMP:20260404T001443
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SUMMARY:Carbon Co-op - AECB Lancashire Group Networking Event
DESCRIPTION:A chance to meet like-minded householders\, trades and professionals involved in eco-home renovations. \nCarbon 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. \nWe will hear short presentations from AECB and Carbon Co-op members\, enjoy a buffet dinner and have plenty of space to meet and socialise. \nAgenda\nBuffet at 6pmThe session starts at 6.20pmDiscussions and socialising.Short presentations from:\n\nMarianne Heaslip (URBED) – People Powered Retrofit\nAndy Hamilton (Carbon Co-op/AECB) – Ways in which AECB and Carbon Co-op can learn from each other\nJohn Grayson\, Carbon Co-op member – Futureproofing in retrofit\nChetna Balla (Comfort Being) – Passive house in tropical climates\nLloyd Hamilton (Carbon Co-op member) – Self-build project in Cheadle Hulme\nKit Knowles (Ecospheric) – Energy saving projects\n\nAdditional information\n\nWheelchair accessible\nNearest train station Manchester Oxford Road (5 mins walk)\, Manchester Piccadilly (10mins walk)\nNearest tram stop: St Peter’s Square\nNearest car park: NCP Car Park Manchester Chorlton Street
URL:https://carbon.coop/event/carbon-co-op-aecb-lancashire-group-networking-event/
LOCATION:LEAF on Portland Street\, 113–115 Portland Street\, Manchester\, M1 6DW\, Manchester\, M1 6DW\, GB
CATEGORIES:Infonight
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20190318T180000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20190318T203000
DTSTAMP:20260404T001443
CREATED:20190119T010752Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190318T130733Z
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SUMMARY:Ventilation for Householders - March 2019
DESCRIPTION:A healthy home!\nConcerned 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.  \nCourse Description\nAn evening session outlining why planned ventilation is an important consideration in every home and particularly in retrofit. Exploring ventilation strategies\, technologies and the relationship between humidity and draught-proofing and insulation.\nFor\nHouseholders and in particular those involved in retrofit. \nBenefit\nYou will understand your home better and what steps you can make to improve your living environment. Also useful for those undertaking a retrofit project to integrate ventilation into planning for a healthy breathable atmosphere.\nWhat you will learn: \n\nWhat is good air indoor quality\, and how it relates to individual and building health\nWhy proper ventilation is important.\nWhat the building regulations say – in brief.\nWhat different retrofit ventilation strategies are available.\nWhat the pros and cons of different strategies are in retrofit.\nSome of the technologies involved.\n\nExisting knowledge required\nNone\nTrainers\nAneaka Kellay\, Carbon Co-op and Marianne Heaslip\, URBED\nPricing\n\nMember £22\, non-member £27\nUse code 10OFFVENT for discounted tickets\, limited number available on a first come first served basis.\nYou can book an additional place for your partners or housemates on a pay as you feel basis if space is available.\nWe accept payments in installments. \nEmail info@carbon.coop for more info. \n\nVentilation for Retrofit is a part of Carbon Co-op’s Home Energy Training Programme\, see more here: carbon.coop/training\nBiographies\nMarianne Heaslip\, URBED\n\nA chartered architect with interests in urban design\, sustainability and participative design. She holds an MSc in Advanced Environment and Energy Studies from the Centre for Alternative Technology\, and is a Certified Passive House Designer. She worked on pioneering TSB ‘Retrofit for the Future’ projects with the lessons learned through this work applied in her role on the Carbon Coop’s retrofit ‘Community Green Deal’ programme.\nAneaka Kellay\, Carbon Co-op\n\nHas worked for Carbon Co-op for over three years\, has over ten years of experience working in environmental organisations\, co-operatives and has a masters in Environmental Politics. She is experienced in hosting workshops\, facilitation and community engagement. Aneaka is currently studying the AECB CarbonLite retrofit training course. 
URL:https://carbon.coop/event/ventilation-for-householders-march-2019/
LOCATION:URBED\, 10 Little Lever Street\, Manchester\, M1 1HR\, Manchester\, M1 1HR\, GB
CATEGORIES:Training
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20190313T180000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20190313T193000
DTSTAMP:20260404T001443
CREATED:20181205T130854Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190313T130848Z
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SUMMARY:Beginner's Guide To Retrofit - March 2019
DESCRIPTION:Learn about energy efficiency and making home improvements\nWhat: 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.\nFor: householders interested in energy efficiency and domestic retrofit\, new Carbon Co-op members\, housing association staff\, housing co-ops and landlords. \nHow you will benefit: gain a better understanding of retrofit\, whether it is relevant to you and advice on your next steps. \nKnowledge required: None\nTrainers: Jonathan Atkinson and Aneaka Kellay\, Carbon Co-op\nCost: Free for both members and non-members\n\nThis monthly introductory evening to retrofit takes place on the second Wednesday of the month. \n\nA Beginner’s Guide To Retrofit is a part of Carbon Co-op’s Home Energy Training Programme\, see more at carbon.coop/training
URL:https://carbon.coop/event/beginners-guide-to-retrofit-march-2019/
LOCATION:URBED (Urbanism Environment and Design) Ltd\, 10 Little Lever Street\, Manchester\, M1 1HR\, Manchester\, M1 1HR\, GB
CATEGORIES:Training
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20190305T183000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20190305T213000
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SUMMARY:Energy Evening at Louise and Johno's
DESCRIPTION:We are running a project to help residents make their flats warmer and cosier! \nTwo flats have had full energy assessments done – we want lots of you to join us and find out what you can do to improve your home.\nMeet with an energy expert at some of your neighbours’ flats:\n\nLouise’s\, Hulme St\, top floor flat\, from 6.30pm\nJohno & Michelle’s\, Hunmanby Ave\, middle floor flat\, from 8.00pm\n\nWe will talk through results of energy assessment and discover what you can easily do to make your homes warmer and save energy. Come to whichever flat best matches yours – or both! \nIf your energy bills are high\, you find it too cold in the winter or have damp\, mould or condensation issues\, this evening will be for you!\nWho is this event for: Redbricks residents \nFollow up event: TBC 4th April – a chance to learn more about…practical energy saving tips\, air quality\, keeping our homes healthy\,… and share a tasty meal and meet more of your neighbours. (waiting to confirm the date with venue)\nThis event is being organised and run by your neighbours in the Redbricks: Bentley House TARA tenants and residents association
URL:https://carbon.coop/event/energy-evening-at-louise-and-johnos/
LOCATION:Redbricks Estate\, Hulme\, Manchester
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20190221T130000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20190221T163000
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SUMMARY:GM Planners seminar: Domestic Energy Efficiency works in Greater Manchester
DESCRIPTION: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.\nWhilst 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 and development control therefore have a key role to play in enabling these energy efficiency retrofit improvements whilst also ensuring that developments are of a good quality.\nThis free\, half day session will include a showcase of Greater Manchester domestic owner occupier energy efficiency projects\, information on the national and sub-regional planning policy context and a discussion Greater Manchester collaboration and knowledge sharing.\nThis session is organised by URBED and Carbon Co-op of the People Powered Retrofit partnership\, a BEIS-funded local retrofit market pilot to stimulate demand for energy efficiency in owner occupier areas of Greater Manchester. \nThe session is free of charge with a lunch served from 1pm. Booking is essential.\n\n\n\nAGENDA\nIntroduction to Retrofit\nBackground on BEIS’ Local Retrofit Market pilots\, case studies of Greater Manchester specific projects\, Q&A.\nPolicy context / planning guidance\nOverview of National and sub-regional guidance including Greater Manchester Spatial Framework and how it is being implemented across GM.\nCollaboration\nInterpretation of guidance at a Borough level and opportunities for collaboration and knowledge sharing to make the planning regime more effective in encouraging better quality energy efficiency works.\n\n\n\n\nTrainer \nMarianne Heaslip\, URBED\n\n\n\nAssociate Principal\, URBED (Urbanism Environment and Design) Ltd\nA chartered architect with interests in urban design\, sustainability and participative design\, Marianne holds an MSc in Advanced Environment and Energy Studies from the Centre for Alternative Technology\, and is a Certified Passive House Designer. She worked on pioneering TSB ‘Retrofit for the Future’ projects with the lessons learned through this work applied in her role on the Carbon Coop’s retrofit ‘Community Green Deal’ programme.
URL:https://carbon.coop/event/gm-planners-seminar-domestic-energy-efficiency-works-in-greater-manchester/
LOCATION:Friends Meeting House Manchester\, 6 Mount Street\, Manchester\, M2 5NS\, Manchester\, M2 5NS\, GB
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20190218T180000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20190218T200000
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CREATED:20190118T010734Z
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SUMMARY:Draught-Proofing Workshop - February 2019
DESCRIPTION:Make low-cost improvements to keep your home warmer.\nAre 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 energy bills. Come along to this workshop to find out more…  \n“The course provides a good mix of understanding how to spot draughts\, plus practical techniques and products to reduce them” – Natalie\, 2018\nDescription: 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.\nFor: Homeowners\, renters\, and students looking to make their homes warmer. No prior experience needed. \nBenefit: Gain knowledge and understand techniques for making improvements on a budget. A useful step in making first stage improvements. \nWhat you will learn:\n\nHow heat is lost in a home\nWhere to find leaks\nTechniques and methods to draught-proof\n\nKnowledge required: None\nTrainer: Aneaka Kellay\nHas over ten years of experience working in environmental organisations\, co-operatives and has a masters in Environmental Politics. She is experienced in hosting workshops\, facilitation and community engagement. Aneaka is currently working to maintain and grow Carbon Co-op’s community of peer learning and support. \nThis workshop has been developed with the support of CAfS (Cumbria Action for Sustainability). \nCost: We are offering this workshop on a Pay As You Feel (minimum £3 to cover booking fees). Below are some suggested prices. \n\nUnwaged/Student – £3-5\nLow waged – £5 – 10\nHigh waged – £10 – 20 \nFeeling generous – £30\n\n\nThis training is a part of Carbon Co-op’s Home Energy Training Programme\, see more here: carbon.coop/training
URL:https://carbon.coop/event/draught-proofing-workshop-february-2019/
LOCATION:URBED\, 10 Little Lever Street\, Manchester\, M1 1HR\, Manchester\, M1 1HR\, GB
CATEGORIES:Training
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20190213T180000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20190213T193000
DTSTAMP:20260404T001443
CREATED:20181205T130850Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190213T130807Z
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SUMMARY:Beginner's Guide To Retrofit - February 2019
DESCRIPTION:Learn about energy efficiency and making home improvements\nWhat: 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.\nFor: householders interested in energy efficiency and domestic retrofit\, new Carbon Co-op members\, housing association staff\, housing co-ops and landlords. \nHow you will benefit: gain a better understanding of retrofit\, whether it is relevant to you and advice on your next steps. \nKnowledge required: None\nTrainers: Jonathan Atkinson and Aneaka Kellay\, Carbon Co-op\nCost: Free for both members and non-members\n\nThis monthly introductory evening to retrofit takes place on the second Wednesday of the month. \n\nA Beginner’s Guide To Retrofit is a part of Carbon Co-op’s Home Energy Training Programme\, see more at carbon.coop/training
URL:https://carbon.coop/event/beginners-guide-to-retrofit-february-2019/
LOCATION:URBED (Urbanism Environment and Design) Ltd\, 10 Little Lever Street\, Manchester\, M1 1HR\, Manchester\, M1 1HR\, GB
CATEGORIES:Training
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20190125T180000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20190125T203000
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CREATED:20181213T085424Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190126T010747Z
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SUMMARY:Thermography Training - 25th January 2019
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a FREE* thermography training with Diane Hubbard.\n*a £10 refundable deposit is required to book.  \nDue to the huge popularity of this training\, we are running an additional session. If you have booked onto the 24th January training please do not book onto this course. Thank you.\n*Correction – this training will be a thermal imaging training only – it will not include an airtightness test.*\nThis practical\, hands-on session will give you the opportunity to learn the basics of using a thermal imaging camera. \nThe session will give the benefits that thermal imaging cameras offer\, but also common pitfalls. Basic thermal imaging inside and outside buildings will be covered\, together with an introduction to the interpretation of thermal images\n\nSpaces are limited so book soon to avoid disappointment.\nLaura’s home address will be emailed to you when you book.  \nRefreshments will be available. \n\n\nDiane Hubbard\, Green Footsteps\nA mechanical engineer\, Diane’s interest in building physics arose a number of years ago with the realisation that our existing buildings are crucial to reducing our environmental impact. After the completion of her MSc at the Centre of Alternative Technology and academic publications\, she continues to increase our understanding of this field through a combination of research and project work with clients.\nWorking as Green Footsteps (greenfootsteps.co.uk)\, Diane undertakes airtightness testing\, infrared thermography and energy calculations for new buildings and those about to undergo retrofits. She is a Passivhaus Consultant\, Passivhaus Tradesperson and a Level 2 Building Thermographer.
URL:https://carbon.coop/event/thermography-training-25th-january-2019/
LOCATION:Chorlton\, Chorlton\, Chorlton\, GB
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20190124T180000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20190124T203000
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CREATED:20181210T122247Z
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SUMMARY:Thermography Training - 24th January 2019
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a FREE* thermography training with Diane Hubbard.\n*a £10 refundable deposit is required to book.  \nThis January\, Diane Hubbard will be performing airtightness and thermography tests on Carbon Co-op member Julian’s home. She has offered it as an opportunity to provide free training to Carbon Co-op members. As a part of the event\, Julian will give a tour of his recently retrofitted home. \nThis practical\, hands-on session will give you the opportunity to learn the basics of using a thermal imaging camera and also see an airtightness test in combination with thermal imaging.\nThe session will give the benefits that thermal imaging cameras offer\, but also common pitfalls and allow you to examine a home under airtightness test conditions. Basic thermal imaging inside and outside buildings will be covered\, together with an introduction to the interpretation of thermal images\n\nSpaces are limited so book soon to avoid disappointment.\nJulian’s home address will be emailed to you when you book.  \nRefreshments will be available. \n\n\nDiane Hubbard\, Green Footsteps\nA mechanical engineer\, Diane’s interest in building physics arose a number of years ago with the realisation that our existing buildings are crucial to reducing our environmental impact. After the completion of her MSc at the Centre of Alternative Technology and academic publications\, she continues to increase our understanding of this field through a combination of research and project work with clients.\nWorking as Green Footsteps (greenfootsteps.co.uk)\, Diane undertakes airtightness testing\, infrared thermography and energy calculations for new buildings and those about to undergo retrofits. She is a Passivhaus Consultant\, Passivhaus Tradesperson and a Level 2 Building Thermographer.
URL:https://carbon.coop/event/thermography-training/
LOCATION:Didsbury\, Didsbury\, Didsbury\, GB
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20190119T103000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20190119T133000
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CREATED:20181123T021058Z
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SUMMARY:Carbon Co-op Social
DESCRIPTION:Meet\, Socialise\, Learn! \nThis January we will be holding our member social on a Saturday morning in Heaton Moor.  Members will be sharing stories on their energy efficiency retrofits. And we’ll be laying on food and refreshments! \nAs well as the chance to meet people and exchange knowledge\, we’ll be sharing the findings from our most recent Carbon Co-op members survey – finding out what kind of people retrofit their homes\, how their budgets stack up and who they talk about to share their stories and knowledge. This is all part of our People Powered Retrofit project: https://carbon.coop/blog/jonathan/what-does-people-powered-retrofit-look \nThere will be lots of time to socialise and a buffet lunch will be provided. \nBooking essential!\n\nMORE INFORMATION\nTravel\n4 mins walk from Heaton Chapel Station\, which is 9 mins from Manchester Piccadilly on the train. \nOn street parking nearby. \nAccessibility \nOne step into the venue\, accessible toilets. \nFamilies welcome \nWe will have some activities for children however there will also be presentations taking place. 
URL:https://carbon.coop/event/carbon-co-op-social/
LOCATION:Thom’s Bar\, 54 Heaton Moor Road\, Stockport\, SK4 4NZ\, Stockport\, SK4 4NZ\, GB
CATEGORIES:Member Social
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20190116T180000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20190116T193000
DTSTAMP:20260404T001443
CREATED:20181205T130846Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190116T170410Z
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SUMMARY:Beginner's Guide To Retrofit - January 2019
DESCRIPTION:Learn about energy efficiency and making home improvements\nWhat: 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.\nFor: householders interested in energy efficiency and domestic retrofit\, new Carbon Co-op members\, housing association staff\, housing co-ops and landlords. \nHow you will benefit: gain a better understanding of retrofit\, whether it is relevant to you and advice on your next steps. \nKnowledge required: None\nTrainers: Jonathan Atkinson and Aneaka Kellay\, Carbon Co-op\nCost: Free for both members and non-members\n\nThis monthly introductory evening to retrofit takes place on the second Wednesday of the month. \n\nA Beginner’s Guide To Retrofit is a part of Carbon Co-op’s Home Energy Training Programme\, see more at carbon.coop/training
URL:https://carbon.coop/event/beginners-guide-to-retrofit-january-2019/
LOCATION:URBED (Urbanism Environment and Design) Ltd\, 10 Little Lever Street\, Manchester\, M1 1HR\, Manchester\, M1 1HR\, GB
CATEGORIES:Training
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20181227T180000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20181227T193000
DTSTAMP:20260404T001443
CREATED:20180830T135008Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20181129T185705Z
UID:1906-1545933600-1545939000@carbon.coop
SUMMARY:Carbon Co-op Retrofit Meetup
DESCRIPTION: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!
URL:https://carbon.coop/event/carbon-co-op-retrofit-meetup-4/
CATEGORIES:Member Social
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20181205T180000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20181205T203000
DTSTAMP:20260404T001443
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SUMMARY:Carbon Co-op Info Night: Heating and Ventilation
DESCRIPTION:Many of our members have questions about heating systems and ventilation – what works? What is suitable for different house types? How do heating systems and ventilation interact?\nOur approach to retrofit is fabric first – but what is second? Thinking through the way we heat and ventilate our homes is essential to effective whole house retrofit\, and ensuring that we are warm and have good indoor air quality.\nOlder homes were built to be draughty as a way of managing damp and indoor air quality\, but that makes them cold and expensive to heat. As we draught proof our homes and make them warm and cosy\, having a ventilation strategy that is compatible with our heating strategy and the building’s fabric becomes increasingly important.\nWe will be joined by three professionals with different areas of expertise: Peter King (Aereco\, Ventilation Manufacturer)\, Richard Shears (Snug Spaces\, Heating Engineer)\, and Jim Wild (LEDA\, Building Services Engineer). \nSpeakers will present drawing on their expertise in whole house building design\, heating system installation and ventilation system design.  To get the warmed up and focused on what you want to know about\, please post your questions on social media ahead of the event. \nFood will be provided. Booking is essential.\nAGENDA\n\n6.00pm – Arrival\, tea & coffee\n6.15pm – Introductions \n6.20pm – Speaker presentations\n7.20pm – Discussion\n7.50pm – Food and socialising\n8.30pm – Ends\n\nThis event has been sponsored by Aereco.\n\n\nSpeaker biographies\nJim Wild (LEDA\, Building Services Engineer)\nJim is an expert in Building Services Engineering and a Chartered Engineer and Director for LEDA. He works with a holistic view and human centred approach on all projects. At LEDA we are dedicated to creating excellent buildings that work. We provide advice and design at all stages of the construction life cycle and work collaboratively across disciplines to achieve financially viable\, lean and environmentally sustainable solutions. Currently we are working on single domestic dwelling refurbishments\, new build low energy and Passive House projects\, large refurbishments and new new build for private and local authority customers. \nRichard Shears (Snug Spaces\, Heating Engineer)\nRichard’s background is in plumbing and heating\, which he’s been involved with for over 10yrs. As he’s gained knowledge and experience he has moved more towards low energy retrofit and installing systems that suit the needs of low energy homes. Richard has also added energy assessment to his skills\, and more recently AECB Retrofit Co-ordinator qualifications.\nRichard started Snug Spaces as a way of providing a more rounded approach to retrofit. We are a small team of installers and subcontractors that provide guidance and advice to the homeowner and showing them a pathway to lowering their energy use. We focus on actual delivery and installation of energy efficiency measures\, quite often helping homeowners with single elements but also right through to whole house retrofits\, it isn’t always possible to plan a complete refurbishment of the home in one go.\nPeter King (Aereco\, Ventilation specialist)\nPeter King is a ventilation specialist with over 6 years’ experience at Aereco.
URL:https://carbon.coop/event/carbon-co-op-info-night-heating-and-ventilation/
LOCATION:Room G4\, Friends Meeting House 6 Mount Street \, Manchester\, M2 5NS\, Manchester\, M2 5NS\, GB
CATEGORIES:Infonight
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20181129T180000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20181129T193000
DTSTAMP:20260404T001443
CREATED:20180830T135008Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20181128T185659Z
UID:1905-1543514400-1543519800@carbon.coop
SUMMARY:Trip to Lloyd's home - part way through retrofit works!
DESCRIPTION:This November we will visit Lloyd’s home in Heald Green (South Manchester). Lloyd has been retrofitting his home over the last year\, having taken his house apart\, he has almost put it back together again! This is a great time to visit as still visible when we visit will be: \n– External Wall Insulation– Internal Wall Insulation (wood-fibre and PIR)– Window detailing– Floor insulation \nA great opportunity to speak to with Lloyd about what he has done and why. We will take our thermal imaging camera and have a look at how well the house is retaining heat! \n*Travel*Nearest station: Heald Green.Lloyd’s home is a 20 min walk or short taxi ride from the station.Aneaka will be catching the 17:34 train from Manchester Piccadilly and catching a taxi at the other end. \nIf you are making your own way there please contact Aneaka for the address. aneaka@carbon.coop \nLimited spaces\, please RSPV (http://meetu.ps/c/31QrX/zdQJQ/f)!
URL:https://carbon.coop/event/carbon-co-op-retrofit-meetup-3/
LOCATION:Lloyd’s house\, Cheadle\, Manchester\, GB
CATEGORIES:Member Social
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20181114T183000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20181114T203000
DTSTAMP:20260404T001443
CREATED:20180904T131020Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20181114T161244Z
UID:1973-1542220200-1542227400@carbon.coop
SUMMARY:Beginner's Guide To Retrofit - Nov 2018
DESCRIPTION:Learn about energy efficiency and making home improvements\nWhat: 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.\nFor: householders interested in energy efficiency and domestic retrofit\, new Carbon Co-op members\, housing association staff\, housing co-ops and landlords. \nHow you will benefit: gain a better understanding of retrofit\, whether it is relevant to you and advice on your next steps. \nKnowledge required: None\nTrainers: Jonathan Atkinson and Aneaka Kellay\, Carbon Co-op\nCost: Free for both members and non-members\n\nThis bi-monthly introductory evening to retrofit takes place on the second Wednesday of every other month. See below for 2017/8 dates:\n13th Sept 20178th Nov 201710th Jan 201814th Mar 20189th May 2018– summer break – 12th Sep 201814th Nov 2018\n\nA Beginner’s Guide To Retrofit is a part of Carbon Co-op’s Home Energy Training Programme\, see more at carbon.coop/training
URL:https://carbon.coop/event/beginners-guide-to-retrofit-nov-2018/
LOCATION:URBED (Urbanism Environment and Design) Ltd\, 10 Little Lever Street\, Manchester\, M1 1HR\, Manchester\, M1 1HR\, GB
CATEGORIES:Training
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20181110T093000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20181124T163000
DTSTAMP:20260404T001443
CREATED:20180820T190718Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180918T133143Z
UID:1816-1541842200-1543077000@carbon.coop
SUMMARY:DIY Retrofit for Homeowners - Nov 2018
DESCRIPTION:Understand retrofit theory\, learn practical skills and how to manage risk\n\n“The course exceeded my expectation by miles! Gained so much knowledge. Really good structure\, especially learning the theory before the practical parts. Really in-depth teaching\, especially around risks involved.” – Participant 2016\n\nDescription: This 3 day course tackles the key areas of fabric upgrades applicable to most homes. Includes airtightness works and insulation\, covering basic measures such as draft-proofing\, moving on to more advanced subjects such as floor and wall insulation. The focus is on teaching principles through practical examples.\nFor: Homeowners who want to carry out some or all of their own improvements. Handy-people interested in learning more about retrofit.\nBenefit: Gain practical knowledge and confidence to undertake home improvements with an understanding of potential risks and how to mitigate them.\nWhat you will learn:\n\nWhat is a thermal bridge and why do they matter?\nPractical hands-on skills\nLearn the right tools for the right job\nDelivering results on a budget\nAirtightness and draught-proofing techniques and materials\nUnderfloor\, wall and loft insulation\n\n\n\nKnowledge required: No DIY experience required or previous knowledge needed.  \nTrainer: Dan Chaplin\, Think Building Energy\nHas more than 10 years of experience in domestic refurbishment and retrofit\, with a proven track record of delivering quality\, award winning buildings. Having worked in a variety of roles\, from operational site work through to project management and technical specification he has strong insight into all aspects of the subject. Dan has a particular interest in the risks that exist around retrofit and has worked with Leeds Beckett University on this. \nDates+times:\n10th\, 11th and 24th November 2018\n9:30am – 4:30pm every day. \nCost:\n\nMember early bird – £240\nNon-member early bird – £300\nMember standard – £280\nNon-member standard – £350\n\n**Early bird rates until 10th Oct 2018**\nBursaries available\, email info@carbon.coop for more. \n\nThis training is a part of Carbon Co-op’s Home Energy Training Programme\, see more here: carbon.coop/training
URL:https://carbon.coop/event/diy-retrofit-for-homeowners-nov-2018/
LOCATION:TBC\, Central Manchester/Salford\, GB
CATEGORIES:Training
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20181108T173000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20181115T203000
DTSTAMP:20260404T001443
CREATED:20180714T011513Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20181030T134639Z
UID:1629-1541698200-1542313800@carbon.coop
SUMMARY:Principles of Retrofit - November 2018
DESCRIPTION:Two-part evening seminar on understanding heat and moisture in your home\n*Thursday 8th and 15th November\, 5:30pm – 8:30pm*\nLimited number of discounted tickets available on a first come\, first served basis. \nDescription: 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\, whilst avoiding unintended consequences? Want to know enough to avoid being bamboozled\, but don’t want to become a specialist? Then this course is for you.\nFor: Householders planning refurbishment works who would like to develop a better understanding of basic technical principles in energy efficiency and retrofit.\nBenefit: Will help you to decipher some of the language used by professionals\, and better understand the key considerations in ensuring a successful retrofit.\nWhat you will learn:\n\nHeat transfer mechanisms and U-values.\nProperties and application of insulation\, thermal mass\, air-tightness\, and ‘breathability’.\nUnderstand key performance risks – cold bridging\, leaks\, indoor air quality and moisture.\nSpecification concerns – context and criteria.\n\nExisting knowledge required: None\nTrainer: Marianne Heaslip\, URBED\nA chartered architect with interests in urban design\, sustainability and participative design. She holds an MSc in Advanced Environment and Energy Studies from the Centre for Alternative Technology\, and is a Certified Passive House Designer. She worked on pioneering TSB ‘Retrofit for the Future’ projects with the lessons learned through this work applied in her role on the Carbon Coop’s retrofit ‘Community Green Deal’ programme.\n \nDetails\nCourse dates: Thursday 8th and 15th November 2018\nTime: 5:30 – 8:30pm\nWhere: URBED\, M1 1HR\nCost:\n\nMember (discounted) – £40\nNon-Member (discounted) – £55\nMember (standard) – £50\nNon member (standard) – £70 \n\nLimited number of discounted tickets available. First come\, first served!\nFood and refreshments will be provided. 
URL:https://carbon.coop/event/principles-of-retrofit-november-2018/
LOCATION:URBED\, 10 Little Lever Street\, Manchester\, M1 1HR`\, Manchester\, M1 1HR`\, GB
CATEGORIES:Training
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20181108T173000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20181108T203000
DTSTAMP:20260404T001443
CREATED:20180830T135022Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180830T135022Z
UID:1920-1541698200-1541709000@carbon.coop
SUMMARY:EcoHome Lab: Monthly meetup and skill share
DESCRIPTION:——————————————————————————— \nNow 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 we generate and reduce energy wasted. \nThis is a CarbonCo-op (https://carbon.coop/) initiative working close together with OpenEnergyMonitor (https://openenergymonitor.org). \n \n \nTopics will include: \n• Home energy monitoring. \n• House energy performance assessment \n• Sensors – electricity\, gas\, temperature\, humidity\, air quality… \n• User interfaces\, dashboards \n• Smart houses and automation \n• Aggregation of data sources \n• Taking the power back! – Making better use of the surplus power we generate \nWho is it for? \n• Anyone with skills in physical electronics\, web development or programming who wants to use that knowledge to reduce energy and carbon! \n• There will be open space for small groups to focus on adding new sensors or hacking the user interface\, there will always be a ‘newbies’ group for people interested in finding out more.
URL:https://carbon.coop/event/ecohome-lab-monthly-meetup-and-skill-share-3/
LOCATION:Plant NOMA\, Redfern Street\, Manchester\, GB
CATEGORIES:EcoHome Lab
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20181107T180000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20181107T203000
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CREATED:20180508T145240Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20181107T131930Z
UID:1285-1541613600-1541622600@carbon.coop
SUMMARY:Ventilation for Retrofit - Nov 2018
DESCRIPTION:Making sure your home stays healthy as you improve its energy efficiency. \n** Note venue: URBED\, M1 1HR – NOT Bridge 5 Mill\nLimited number of discounted tickets available on a first come\, first served basis. \n\nCourse Description: A two hour session that will explain why planned ventilation is an important consideration in any refurbishment project\, the different ventilation strategies available and their pros and cons\, and some of the technologies involved\, and its relationship with draught-proofing and insulation.\n\nFor: Householders planning a retrofit project\, either staged or all in one go.\n\nBenefit: Integrate ventilation planning in to your retrofit project to maintain a healthy breathable atmosphere and avoid damp and cold issues. \n\nWhat you will learn: \n\nWhat is good air indoor quality\, and how does it relate to individual and building health.\nWhy proper ventilation is important.\nWhat the building regulations say – in brief.\nWhat different retrofit ventilation strategies are available.\nWhat the pros and cons of different strategies are in retrofit.\nSome of the technologies involved.\n\n\nExisting knowledge required: None\n\nTrainer: Marianne Heaslip\, URBED\nA chartered architect with interests in urban design\, sustainability and participative design. She holds an MSc in Advanced Environment and Energy Studies from the Centre for Alternative Technology\, and is a Certified Passive House Designer. She worked on pioneering TSB ‘Retrofit for the Future’ projects with the lessons learned through this work applied in her role on the Carbon Coop’s retrofit ‘Community Green Deal’ programme.\n\nCost:\n\nMember (discounted) – £16\nNon-member (discounted) – £20\nMember (standard) – £24\nNon-member (standard) – £30\n\nLimited number of discounted tickets available on a first come\, first served basis. \nVentilation for Retrofit is a part of Carbon Co-op’s Home Energy Training Programme\, see more here: carbon.coop/training
URL:https://carbon.coop/event/ventilation-for-retrofit-nov-2018/
LOCATION:URBED\, 10 Little Lever Street\, Manchester\, M1 1HR\, Manchester\, M1 1HR\, GB
CATEGORIES:Training
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20181027T093000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20181027T120000
DTSTAMP:20260404T001443
CREATED:20180508T145237Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20181026T134910Z
UID:1283-1540632600-1540641600@carbon.coop
SUMMARY:Draught-proofing for homeowners - Oct 2018
DESCRIPTION:Make low cost improvements to keep your home warmer.\n** Note venue: URBED\, M1 1HR – NOT Bridge 5 Mill\nA limited number of discounted tickets available.\nDescription: 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. \nFor: Homeowners\, renters and students.\nBenefit: Gain knowledge and understand techniques for making improvements on a budget. A useful step in making first stage improvements. \nWhat you will learn:\n\nHow heat is lost in a home\nWhere to find leaks\nTechniques and methods to draught-proof\n\nKnowledge required: None\nTrainer: Aneaka Kellay\nHas over ten years of experience working in environmental organisations\, co-operatives and has a masters in Environmental Politics. She is experienced in hosting workshops\, facilitation and community engagement. Aneaka is currently working to maintain and grow Carbon Co-op’s community of peer learning and support. \nThis workshop has been developed with the support of CAfS (Cumbria Action for Sustainability). \nCost:\n\nMember early bird – £6\nNon-member early bird – £10\nMember standard – £14\nNon-member standard – £20\n\n\nBursaries available\, email info@carbon.coop for more. \n\nThis training is a part of Carbon Co-op’s Home Energy Training Programme\, see more here: carbon.coop/training
URL:https://carbon.coop/event/draught-proofing-for-homeowners-oct-2018/
LOCATION:URBED\, 10 Little Lever Street\, Manchester\, M1 1HR\, Manchester\, M1 1HR\, GB
CATEGORIES:Training
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20181025T180000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20181025T193000
DTSTAMP:20260404T001443
CREATED:20180830T135008Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20181022T075329Z
UID:1904-1540490400-1540495800@carbon.coop
SUMMARY:Carbon Co-op Retrofit Meetup - Home electrification
DESCRIPTION:Come and discuss your experiences and questions about home electrification. Have you changed over from gas to electric heating and/or cooking as part of your retrofit\, or got an electric car charger? Or have you thought about doing so\, to get away from fossil fuel gas and petrol? Come and share your experiences with other members\, and ask any questions you have been mulling over\, including the challenges of making these changes in your home\, and what you think about the implications for the wider electricity system. Is electrification the way forward\, or should we be focusing on green alternatives to natural gas\, e.g. hydrogen and biogas? \nCheck out our video about changes in the UK energy system for some warm-up thought provocation:Please RSPV (http://meetu.ps/c/31QrX/zdQJQ/f)!
URL:https://carbon.coop/event/carbon-co-op-retrofit-meetup-2/
LOCATION:Leaf\, 113–115 Portland Street\, Manchester\, GB
CATEGORIES:Member Social
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20181020T100000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20181020T160000
DTSTAMP:20260404T001443
CREATED:20180508T145227Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20181020T155644Z
UID:1279-1540029600-1540051200@carbon.coop
SUMMARY:Introduction to Off-Grid Power Systems - Oct 2018
DESCRIPTION:A practical\, hands-on course in designing and building off-grid power systems.\n\n** Note venue: URBED\, M1 1HR – NOT Bridge 5 Mill\nLimited number of discounted tickets available on a first come\, first serve basis. \n\n\nDescription: The key concepts for designing and building off-grid power systems. Discussing the value of off-grid systems\, sharing knowledge on how to build your own system to power lighting or electronic devices. \nFor: Anyone with an interest in renewable energy and generating and supplying their own power\, building off-grid power systems\, automotive or marine power applications.\nBenefit: Gain theoretical knowledge and practical experience.\nWhat you will learn:\n\nKey concepts in the supply of electricity and basic electrical theory.\nKey concepts in the design and specification of off-grid power systems.\nHow to size a basic off-grid power system involving PV panels and a battery.\nBasic specification and selection of components.\nAssembly of a basic off-grid power system with PV panels and batteries.\n\n\nExisting knowledge required: Some familiarity with basic electrical theory will aid understanding but is not required. \nTrainer: Ben Aylott\, Carbon Co-op \nWorks in the areas of energy systems\, he has a masters in Solar Energy Engineering from the European Solar Engineering School and experience in designing and building real world off-grid power systems in a variety of contexts.\nCost:\n\nMember (discounted) – £40\nNon-member  (discounted) – £50\nMember (standard) – £55\nNon-member (standard) – £70\n\nLimited number of discounted tickets available on a first come\, first serve basis. \n** Note venue: URBED\, M1 1HR – NOT Bridge 5 Mill\nThis training is a part of Carbon Co-op’s Home Energy Training Programme\, see more here: carbon.coop/training
URL:https://carbon.coop/event/introduction-to-off-grid-power-systems-sep-2018/
LOCATION:URBED\, 10 Little Lever Street\, Manchester\, M1 1HR\, Manchester\, M1 1HR\, GB
CATEGORIES:Training
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20181011T173000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20181011T203000
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CREATED:20180830T135022Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180830T135022Z
UID:1919-1539279000-1539289800@carbon.coop
SUMMARY:EcoHome Lab: Monthly meetup and skill share
DESCRIPTION:——————————————————————————— \nNow 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 we generate and reduce energy wasted. \nThis is a CarbonCo-op (https://carbon.coop/) initiative working close together with OpenEnergyMonitor (https://openenergymonitor.org). \n \n \nTopics will include: \n• Home energy monitoring. \n• House energy performance assessment \n• Sensors – electricity\, gas\, temperature\, humidity\, air quality… \n• User interfaces\, dashboards \n• Smart houses and automation \n• Aggregation of data sources \n• Taking the power back! – Making better use of the surplus power we generate \nWho is it for? \n• Anyone with skills in physical electronics\, web development or programming who wants to use that knowledge to reduce energy and carbon! \n• There will be open space for small groups to focus on adding new sensors or hacking the user interface\, there will always be a ‘newbies’ group for people interested in finding out more.
URL:https://carbon.coop/event/ecohome-lab-monthly-meetup-and-skill-share-2/
LOCATION:Plant NOMA\, Redfern Street\, Manchester\, GB
CATEGORIES:EcoHome Lab
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20181006T093000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20181013T130000
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CREATED:20180508T145234Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20181001T141645Z
UID:1281-1538818200-1539435600@carbon.coop
SUMMARY:Routes to Retrofit - Oct 2018
DESCRIPTION:Turn your designs into reality\, learn how to procure domestic retrofit works.\nSat 6th and 13th October 2018\, 9:30am – 1pm.\nLimited number of discounted tickets available on a first come first serve basis. \n** Note venue: URBED\, M1 1HR – NOT Bridge 5 Mill\n“Excellent course\, gave me a lot of info that I didn’t know I needed… made me think about how important the planning phase is and has spurred me on to learn more.” – Participant 2017\nLooking for a retrofit contractor\, architect or professional? This course shows you how. \nDescription: This ever popular course\, taught by experienced industry professionals\, supports you to navigate the construction industry\, make the most out of your budget\, learn to be a discerning customer and how to be a good client.\nFor: Householders already aware of what improvements they require\, seeking to commission retrofit architects and contractors. Ideal next step after a My Home Energy Planner assessment.\nBenefit: Gain an understanding of the importance of the planning phase and common problems you may encounter. Fnd the right retrofit contractor at the right price.What you will learn:\n\nTo considering objectives\, priorities and getting the best result.
\nBalancing time\, cost and quality
\nRegulations\, approvals\, and consents
\nWhich ‘professionals’ are needed – selection and appointment
\nSelecting and appointing builders and using contracts
\nExamining common pitfalls and avoiding them
\nGetting the most for the resources you have available
\nExchanging ideas and energy with like-minded people – & sharing the pain!
\n\nKnowledge required: Understanding of retrofit basics\, an understanding of your retrofit improvements*Trainers: Marianne Heaslip\, URBED and Bill Taylor\, Taylor Armitt Consulting.\n\nRoutes To Retrofit is a part of Carbon Co-op’s Home Energy Training Programme\, see more here: carbon.coop/training\n\n*NB the course is for householders who are already aware of what improvements they require and are looking to take things to the next step\, i.e. commission contractors etc. If you are unsure of what needs to be done to make your house energy efficient please commission a Carbon Co-op whole house assessment. Equally\, these seminars are not for suppliers or contractors or professionals who offer services in retrofit design and delivery – householders are attending these seminars in order to receive impartial advice not sales pitches and we are happy to separately offer CPD services for professionals. \n__________________________________________\nSEMINAR CONTENT IN DETAIL\nSession 1\n\nYour brief: Understanding and clarifying your aims\, priorities\, budget\, programme and scope of works and expectations. \nYour team: Overview of who might be involved in your project and when\, and importance of clear communication. \nImportance of the existing condition: Understanding where you’re starting from. \nFunding Options: What’s available\, possible combinations and restrictions. \nTime\, Cost and Quality: Getting the balance right and understanding the risks\, and mitigating the energy efficiency ‘performance gap’. \nRegulations and approvals: What you need to consider – planning\, building regulations\, party walls\, health and safety etc. – and where responsibility lies.   \n\nSession 2 \n\nAppointing Professionals: \n\nunderstanding what advice you need\n\n\nrange of different building professionals and their differing roles and responsibilities\nexamining quotes\nforms of agreement\nquality control \ncommunications\n\n\nChoosing and appointing builders and contractors: \n\nAppropriateness for scope and type of work\nculture and communication – information required\ntender and selection processes \naftercare\n\n\n\n\nScheduling works: Whole house vs step-by-step\, thinking about packages of works.\n\n\nContracts: \n\nForms of contract including overview of ‘traditional’ vs ‘contractor design’ \nRisk management – dealing with ‘unforeseen extras’ \nDefects\, warranties and aftercare\n\n\n\n \nTrainer bios:\nMarianne Heaslip\, URBED marianne@urbed.coop\, @marianneheaslip\nMarianne is a chartered architect with interests in urban design\, sustainability and participative design. She holds an MSc in Advanced Environment and Energy Studies from the Centre for Alternative Technology\, and is a Certified Passive House Designer. Marianne has experience in both new build and retrofit projects at a range of scales\, with a particular focus on low-energy and sustainable design. She worked on two of the pioneering TSB ‘Retrofit for the Future’ projects with the lessons learned through this work applied in her role on the Carbon Coop’s retrofit ‘Community Green Deal’ programme. She is currently working on a number of retrofit and refurbishment projects across the North West – including as a member of Terrace 21 cooperative in Granby\, Liverpool\, where she plans to live. \nBill Taylor – MD of Taylor Armitt Consulting bill@taconsulting.org\nBill is the MD of Taylor Armitt Consulting and has been working in affordable housing for over 30 years. With qualifications in Town & Country Planning and Housing Policy\, he has held development and asset management roles to Director level in several housing associations\, where he developed an interest in co-operative housing and social enterprise. He formed his own consultancy in 2009. Bill focuses on enabling energy efficient improvement of housing\, advising companies on business strategy and tendering\, issues around Corporate and Social Responsibility\, and adding and demonstrating Social Value. Bill has worked extensively with Fusion21 (a social enterprise he helped to establish in 2001)\, developing of their ‘retrofit’ offer for social housing and the wider market. This provides procurement frameworks and client advice on funding\, energy efficiency and resident involvement. It adopts Fusion21’s proven training and employment model to encourage clients and the supply chain to develop the workforce that will deliver retrofit into the future. Bill is a qualified Domestic Energy Assessor and a Green Deal Advisor. Bill also advises housing associations on development issues\, from strategy and policy though to processes and delivery. He also assists housing associations\, consultants and contractors with procurement issues. His work in social audit involves advising on delivering\, measuring and reporting on ‘social value added’ and he is a Social Accountant and Auditor with the Social Audit Network.\n\nCarbon Co-op carbon.coop\, @CarbonCoop\nCarbon Co-op is a community benefit society made up of householder members seeking to make radical reductions in their household energy usage.Membership costs £35/year\, for more details and to apply visit: https://carbon.coop/user/register
URL:https://carbon.coop/event/routes-to-retrofit-oct-2018/
LOCATION:URBED\, 10 Little Lever Street\, Manchester\, M1 1HR\, Manchester\, M1 1HR\, GB
CATEGORIES:Training
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SUMMARY:Lorenza and Paul - Green Open Home - 2018
DESCRIPTION:Lorenza and Paul are opening their home as a part of Carbon Co-op’s Green Open Homes Weekend\, 29th and 30th September 2018.\nThis home is unique in taking a staged approach to retrofit. Lorenza and Paul have balanced raising a young child and limited time and money\, with their desire to improve their home.\nWatch a short video about this home: https://vimeo.com/142238564\nEnergy efficiency measures installed:\n\nRoof fully insulated (2010)\nNew highly efficient Worcester combi boiler (installed 2009)\nCavity insulation with Manchester City Council scheme (2010)\nRigid Insulation behind external wall timber panelling\, front and back (2010)\nFSC insulated external doors (2014)\nFSC timber triple glazed windows\, tilt and turn (2014)\nConscious change and monitoring of occupants’ behaviour\n\nLorenza and Paul think you should visit their home because:\nOur home is a 1960s midterrace\, 2bed. We have been approaching and implementing a staged retrofit since 2009\, doing work when we have available funds. The measures we have implemented are making a real change to energy savings (money and carbon)\, so doing a retrofit over a period of time without an initial large lump sum of money is possible. \nTourSunday 30th September\, 10:30am\n*Booking essential\, please don’t drop in*\n\nAccessibility and travel\n\nLevenshulme train station (10min walk)\, various bus stops few minutes walk away\nParking on street\nAccessibility: A number of stairs to the living space.\n\n\nMany thanks to Ecology Building Society for supporting this event.
URL:https://carbon.coop/event/lorenza-and-paul-green-open-home-2018/
LOCATION:M19 On request
CATEGORIES:Green Open Homes
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SUMMARY:Kit Knowles - Green Open Home Tour 2018
DESCRIPTION:Kit Knowles is opening his home as a part of Carbon Co-op’s Green Open Homes Weekend\, 29th and 30th September 2018.\nThis home will be the first Passive House Plus retrofit in the UK and Europe. In addition to Passive House\, further self imposed restrictions highlight the exemplary and innovative nature of the project. This will be the first passive house with stained glass\, the first with petrochemical free building fabric\, the first with EMF (Electromagnetic Field) free design! With conservation and enhancement of the original architecture and architectural features at its heart\, design life of all components set at 25 years or above and inherent breathability designed into every external wall\, floor and roof this is a truly unique dwelling.\nFor more about this property visit: www.ecospheric.co.uk/zetland\n\nEnergy efficiency measures installed:\n\n2.5 artic lorry loads of wood fiber and cellulose (recycled newspaper)\nDevelopment of new blown insulation application techniques for retrofit projects.\nTriple glazed passivhaus units\, stained glass windows and doors\nLED lighting throughout house (strip and filament LED)\,\nAppliances with a minimum A++ energy rating\nCentral heating free design (post heater only)\nMixergy tank technology with novel thermocline control\, powered by excess PV electricity\n10kW Photovoltaic Thermal System \, DiBT accredited efficient Log Burning Stove\nMVHR – Paul Novus 300\nFlow restricted aerated taps and showers throughout and grey water recycling toilets\nLime plaster/render\, Timber frame hybrid construction\, copper/brass/lead\, breathable magnesium construction boards\, Intello beating Siga intelligent building membrane and tapes\nDraught free\, damp free\, constant temperature\, controlled humidity\nRetained existing fabric\, no extensions added in the name of carbon reduction.\nFull conservation approach to restore Victorian feel.\n\n\nKit think’s you should visit his home because:\nVisit the UK’s most energy-efficient Victorian home! The Zetland Road Passive Homes will be the first certified passive house plus retrofits in Europe. These luxurious homes are the epitome of sustainability and heritage conservation.\n\nTours\nSunday 30th September:\n\n10am – 1pm    Open drop in\n1pm – 4pm       Open drop in\n\n\n\nEstimated Energy SavingsSpace Heating: Total heating demand per year 2353 kWh per year according to PHPP calculation. This is to be satisfied using a combination of wood burning stove and excess PV electricity to the post heater.Electricity: PHPP calculation suggests 2038 kWh per year. Part grid part PV suppliedHot Water: 1930 kWh per year. Part grid part PV suppliedWater: No calculation available on PHPP. Using averages @ 125l/person per day and PHPP occupancy of 3.05 gives 140 cubics per year @ £1.87 per cubic. Standing charge per year £40 and highway drainage £102. Sewerage @£1.23 per cubic. Total estimate: £576Council tax Band D = £1566.79PV generation is 4275 kWh per year: FIT will pay £167 per year and with a 20% export an additional £28. Assuming an 80% utilisation factor for the PV = 3420kWh per year.Biomass costs ~£80 per cubic unstacked logs with 2600kWh = 3.85p/kWh @ 75% efficiency. Assume 1 cubic of logs are burnt per year\, total remaining heating demand is 403kWh per year.Tonik energy 100% renewable tariff costs £73 per year standing charge and 12.68p per kWh.Total Electricity bill including standing charge\, FIT\, export\, PV direct consumption and biomass for household electric\, hot water and space heating = £0Total Energy bill = £80 for biomass. In reality 1 cubic of timber per year could easily be sourced for free!\n\nAccessibility and travel\nNearest public transport: The Zetland Road Passive Homes can be easily reached by public transport. They are a 5 minute walk from the nearest tram and bus stop.By tram: Get out at the Chorlton Metrolink tram stop. Cross Wilbraham Road and walk down Corkland Road. Turn right onto Zetland Road. The Zetland Passive Homes are on the right side.By bus: Take the #85 bus to the corner of Wilbraham and Corkland Roads\, outside Morrisons. Walk down Corkland Road and turn right onto Zetland Road.By car: There is limited street parking outside the homes.Accessibility issues:\nThere are stairs to enter the property and 3 flights of stairs accessible within the property. The hallways and stairs may be crowded at times. Those with mobility restrictions may find it difficult to traverse:\n\nTo visit other eco-homes open on the 29th and 30th September\, visit  http://carboncoop.greenopenhomes.net/ \n\nMany thanks to Ecology Building Society for supporting this event.
URL:https://carbon.coop/event/kit-knowles-green-open-home-tour-2018/
LOCATION:Chorlton\, Manchester\, M21 8TH\, Manchester\, M21 8TH\, GB
CATEGORIES:Green Open Homes
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UID:1708-1538226000-1538326800@carbon.coop
SUMMARY:John and Pauline - Green Open Homes 2018
DESCRIPTION:John and Pauline are opening their home as a part of Carbon Co-op’s Green Open Homes Weekend\, 29th and 30th September 2018.\nVisit this inspiring eco-home that has pulled out all the stops to become as energy efficient and future proof as possible. This EnerPHit conversion has achieved very high energy savings with an estimated saving of 90% on gas bills. \n\nEnergy efficiency measures installed:\n\nEnerPHit conversion includes insulated concrete floor\, cavity wall\, ext wall & loft insulation\nTriple Glazing\nLighting systems and electrical appliances – LEDs + induction hob\nVaillant condensing boiler + micro-bore pipes to hot taps to reduce heat-loss from “dead legs.”\nBrink Mechanical Ventilation and Heat Recovery + recovery of 85% heat from exhaust gases\nConsumer unit with expansion capability for future PV\nHigher capacity gutters + down-pipes + water butts + soak-aways\nTimber windows\, doors\, architraves\, skirting & window boards\nGood air-tightness to meet EnerPHit requirement.\n\n\nJohn and Pauline think you should visit their home because: \nOur house was a typical 1930s\, semi-detached\, ex-council house that had had the wrong things done in the wrong order to it since the last tenant bought it. The 1930s was a peak house-building period\, so many people could copy what we did or do better. We will help other people who wish to do something similar.\n\nTours\n\nSaturday 29th September bus tour  – book separately here\nSunday 30th September tours available 2 – 5 pm\n\n\nAccessibility and travel\n\nNearest public transport: Radclliffe & Whitefield tram stations; 98 bus stops at the end of Hollinhurst Road\nParking: Yes\, but limited. We are near the end of a cul de sac.\nAccessibility: Door is 7 steps up from the pavement.\n\n\nMany thanks to Ecology Building Society for supporting this event.
URL:https://carbon.coop/event/john-and-pauline-green-open-homes-2018/
LOCATION:Uplands Avenue\, Radcliffe\, M26 1LT\, Radcliffe\, M26 1LT\, GB
CATEGORIES:Green Open Homes
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UID:1673-1538222400-1538319600@carbon.coop
SUMMARY:Andy and Sue - Green Open Home Tour 2018
DESCRIPTION:Andy and Sue are opening their home as a part of Carbon Co-op’s Green Open Homes Weekend\, 29th and 30th September 2018. \nBank Nook is an idilic site and an inspiring project – it’s well worth a visit!\nAndy and Sue have been creating a sustainable\, comfortable and beautiful home for over 40 years. They have thought carefully about how to use the natural resources on their land to create energy and keep warm! They have taken care of the natural environment\, managed water\, solar and land resources while maintaining a low carbon foorprint and increasing biodiversity.\nAndy is a fountain of knowledge and always happy to discuss energy efficiency and sustainability. More recently he has learnt lots about managing water resources due to the summer drought. \nBank Nook is a detached 1750 stone built cottage\, 250 metres high on West Pennine Hills\, 115 sq metres. \nSee more about the project on this video: Andy Hamilton – 38 Years in to a 40 Year Project\nTimeline\n\n1977-1979 2000 trees planted. Now yielding over a ton of firewood each year and rich ecology. Natural water supply developed. Improved 1994 and 2013.\n1977-1995 Insulation on East side of the house\, Conservatory built on south side for solar gain\, etc\n1995 Installed water source Heat Pump with underfloor heating beneath stone flags\n2009 Highly insulated extension built on North side\n2010 Installed Air Source Heat Pump (£6\,000 approx)\n2011 Installed PV panels on purpose built shed with integrated Greenhouse\n2012 – 14 Pavadentro and Hemp Lime insulation installed on West Side (£6\,000 for 30 sq metres).\n\nNow close to carbon neutral for heating if 2\,000 kWhrs from PV panels taken into consideration. Performance of Heat Pump measured by Mitsubishi\, as Bank Nook is a Mitsubishi test site. Full details in paper\, and presentation by Andy Hamilton\, and energy audit by Nick Parsons.\n\nTours:\nSunday 30th September – drop in open all day. Please let Andy know when you plan to arrive via the booking form. \n\nTravel information\nFind detailed travel instructions here.\nAccessibility\nThis home is not wheelchair accessible.\n\nMany thanks to Ecology Building Society for supporting this event.
URL:https://carbon.coop/event/andy-and-sue-green-open-home-tour-2018/
LOCATION:Bank Nook\, Fish Rake Lane\, Rossendale\, Lancs\, BB4 7AH
CATEGORIES:Green Open Homes
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