Not going to lie, pretty wicked to see the influence #RetrofitReimagined has had ❤️

Such a stimulating & powerful presentation by CIVIC SQUARE Built Environment - Smarter Transformation International Retrofit Conference at Paisley Town Hall #bestfest24

Lancaster Circus is next on BCC list for demolition. PLEASE OBJECT Lets show them that we are STILL here and opposed to this mindless destruction. Here is a objection letter template zerocarbonhousebirmingham.org.uk/lancaster-circ…

Don't demolish - refurb for social housing instead! ✅Housing crisis ✅Climate crisis

Do join us in Bristol 21 Nov #RetrofitReimagined linkedin.com/posts/wecanmak…

I’m supporting the UK Climate & Nature Bill, which if passed in law, would represent a crucial step toward addressing the intertwined crises of climate change and biodiversity loss. By committing to legally binding targets for restoring nature, reducing carbon emissions, and

#COP29 outcomes fall short of expectations. Whilst $300B climate finance pledge is a step forward, it’s insufficient for the Global South's pressing needs. The UN Climate Change process must be reformed to tackle inequities and hold polluters accountable. #ClimateJustice needs bold action

Many congratulations to Imam Adam Kelwick on his much deserved award. When racism and chaos was spreading across the country, this Imam showered protesters with love, compassion and hugs 🥰 bbc.com/news/articles/…

Earlier this year we said goodbye to gas at our home in York 👋 The meter was removed by Octopus Energy and we're now officially off the gas grid! This will save us ~£100 a year in standing charges, but more importantly, we’re no longer burning any fossil fuel in our home 🙂

Octopus Energy To get to this point we had to make changes to: 1. The way we cook 🍳 2. The way we heat our home 🔥

Octopus Energy The first change was easy - induction hobs are better in pretty much every way! Changing the way we heat our home was a little more daunting… It meant ripping out our gas boiler and replacing it with a heat pump...

🚨BREAKING NEWS// Government green lights M&S Oxford Street demolition proposals. SAVE early comment: 🗣️What a missed opportunity! The government has chosen the easy option – business as usual - when it had a real chance to show leadership and ambition on this urgent issue. 🧵1/4

Our old, wasteful knock-it-down-and-start-again model is broken. 🏗️ There is real appetite in the construction sector for change. They’re crying out for clarity from government.♻️ Reusing buildings is great for the planet, great for communities – it’s also great for growth. 🧵2/4

💪Just look at the cultural powerhouse that is Tate Modern, or converted department stores across the country, or the great Pennine textile mills that are once again a driving force in their local economies as commercial space or homes. 🏡🛍️ 🧵3/4

It is wilfully myopic not to see that the elegant M&S building could play a similar role in the story of Oxford Street, whose fortunes are already on the up. 👀Full press release to be published imminently. 🧵4/4

This decision reveals shocking climate illiteracy at the heart of government. It is a huge missed opportunity at a time when government should be leading decarbonisation, waste reduction, regenerative and circular economy strategies. SAVE Britain's Heritage Architects’ Journal

More than 30 community organizations from Birmingham Hall Green & Moseley have united to urge Tahir Ali MP to back the Climate & Nature Bill’s second reading on 24 January 2025. #CANBill Together, we stand for people & planet, and for a greener and more healthier future 🌍🌳

No new oil and gas. No Cambo. Will you join me in signing the petition? stopcambo.org.uk/p/no-new-oil?s…

Redefining what climate action IS | DIRECT | Rupert Read youtu.be/zG274gUa9vo?fe… via YouTube Retrofit Balsall Heath (our collaboration including MECC Trust, Bahu Trust, BHCC etc) honoured to be the first example

Great opportunity to nominate someone (or yourself?!) for the Birmingham Jane Jacobs Award 2025… linkedin.com/feed/update/ur…