Built Environment - Smarter Transformation

BE-ST Fest is back. This year we are turning ambition into action. We'll put into sharp focus the testing and exploration of tangible and impactful actions as we collectively work toward decarbonising our built environment. ➡️ The Summit | 6th November 24: https://bit.ly/3P3p6fV ➡️ International Retrofit Conference | 7th November 24: https://bit.ly/3ZirRip ➡️ View our Fringe programme | September - November: https://bit.ly/3R6WqFv Sponsored by: McLaughlin & Harvey Ltd | Morrison Construction | Scottish Enterprise.

Some good news stories that you might have missed this week: 🏡 This week has seen a major milestone for the Edinburgh Home Demonstrator project as the first tenants have moved into the 'net zero ready’ affordable homes at Granton Station View: https://bit.ly/48tDM16 🎓 The University of Manchester has joined a groundbreaking multinational project, funded by Innovate UK, to transform processed incinerator bottom ash (IBA) into a valuable and sustainable material for the construction industry: https://bit.ly/3NQ9c8q 🌋 Icelandic exhibit to explore the use of cooled lava in sustainable building: https://bit.ly/3Yy86Dg 📖 A new report from Royal Society of Edinburgh highlights how quality infrastructure can accelerate progress towards net zero: https://bit.ly/4ft9HBm

Together Morrison Construction, Balfour Beatty plc, Robertson Group, Morgan Sindall Group plc, Kier Construction, Holmes Miller and BE-ST have collaborated on a paper which aims to explore the key challenges of meeting energy requirements and effective ways of addressing any challenges that do arise through improved collaboration. The paper also provides valuable insights and lessons learned from the design and construction of low carbon/low energy projects delivered in Scotland. Last, the paper identifies some key metrics as well as how best to integrate solutions to achieve these. While all project stakeholders can benefit from the paper, its intended audience is those with a significant focus on the procurement, design, and operational quality aspects of low energy/Passivhaus projects in Scotland. Download ➡️ https://bit.ly/3C2HPW2 Attend Can supply chain collaboration optimise low energy building outcomes? workshop at the BE-ST Fest Summit ➡️ https://bit.ly/3TYXMTc

Edinburgh Napier University is looking to appoint a full-time Research Fellow to support in EDI, skills and education for the new Centre for Net Zero High Density Buildings (CeNZ-HighDB). An initiative that aims to significantly reduce carbon emissions from densely packed buildings in UK cities. Find out more ➡️ https://bit.ly/3Xj5iur

🎟️ Limited tickets left for the Accelerate to Zero Awards. Join us for an evening of celebration to recognise those who are making the biggest contribution to decarbonising our built environment. Book your ticket ➡️ https://bit.ly/3XPCEjA 📆 7th November 24 📍 Platform, Glasgow The awards are sponsored by: Vattenfall | NorDan UK Ltd | RSE | Procast Group | Morgan Sindall Construction & Infrastructure.

2024 so far has been a transformative time as we have moved into our next infrastructure investment phase, supported by Scottish Funding Council. Hear our Associate Director of Retrofit and Energy Efficiency Caitriona Jordan share her perspective on this exciting year, which started with the launch of the National Retrofit Centre.

Can we balance heritage preservation with climate adaptation through retrofit? Laura Baron, Head of Sustainability at Purcell, emphasises the need for a mindset shift to prioritise sensitive retrofit in preserving existing and historic buildings. Joining other industry leaders, Laura will spotlight the importance of policy-driven change and upskilling at all levels to drive sustainable transformation at the upcoming International Retrofit Conference. 📕 Read more: https://bit.ly/4hjMV0t ➡️ Hear Laura speak at the International Retrofit Conference: https://bit.ly/3ZirRip 📆 7th November 2024 📍 Paisley Town Hall

Get to know SISALWOOL™, a small but growing company passionate about creating a low carbon future by producing sustainable building insulation made from sisal and wool. It all started in the late 2000’s, when Managing Director John Ferguson was working in East Africa to upskill small scale farmers around climate change mitigation. During this time, he became aware of the unique and drought resistant fibre crop, sisal, a plant traditionally used to make ropes and sacks, often overlooked by many mainstream industries. This sparked an idea to improve upon traditional wool insulation, known for its softness by blending it with sisal fibre, a stiff and rigid fibre. Read the full story ➡️ https://lnkd.in/e-4JsZxd

🌟The Future of Proptech in Scotland Chapter 2 | Ideation 🌟 Yesterday, we had the pleasure of hosting an ideation workshop focused on the future of Proptech in Scotland, in collaboration with Built Environment - Smarter Transformation. A huge thank you to everyone who attended and contributed their insights. The energy in the room was palpable, with vibrant discussions and innovative ideas on how to drive growth in the Proptech sector. We are looking forward to supporting this Proptech industry in Scotland to continue to evolve and thrive. 🏢 🌱 📈 Registers of Scotland Geovation Built Environment - Smarter Transformation Fiona MacDonald Kieran Dick-Doyle Lyndsey Dougan Angie Clarke Jess Moncur Alex Gordon Katherine Gunderson, DBA Ella Campbell David Malcolm Gala Camacho Jennifer Low Malcolm Price Iona Wyllie Nikki Duke Tyler Ferguson, MA, PMP Scott Frankland Shiv K. Snugg

With only days until BE-ST Fest, we’re thrilled to share highlights and updates as we get ready to open doors at Paisley Town Hall. From programme details to reflections on a decade of innovation, here’s everything you need to know from the last month. Read more here and subscribe for all the BE-ST bits ⤵️