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
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
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
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
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
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