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
We are running a project to help residents make their flats warmer and cosier! Two 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. Meet with an energy expert at some of your neighbours' flats: Louise's, Hulme St, ... Read more
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
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
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
Join us for a thermography training with Diane Hubbard. This practical, hands-on session will give you the opportunity to learn the basics of using a thermal imaging camera. The 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 ... Read more