Future Homes Hub

We are thrilled to announce that Sharon Taylor will be joining us as a keynote speaker at the Future Homes Conference 2024 on the 4th of December.   As the Lords Minister for Housing and Local Government, Baroness Taylor is responsible for housing delivery and local government as well as net zero and energy efficiency. She will present the Government's ambition and how the sector can work with Government to meet these goals.   Baroness Taylor joins Ruth Kelly, Greg Jackson, David Thomas, Catherine Adams, Beccy Speight and many more who will be giving their own insights on how we can work together to build high-quality, sustainable homes at the scale the country needs.   Key conference highlights include:   - Inspiring keynotes: Hear about Government’s objectives and how the sector is coming together to deliver on climate and environmental targets at scale. - Interactive breakout sessions: Deep dive into topics like Future Homes Standard, embodied carbon, water efficiency, nature recovery and sustainable placemaking. - Collaborative action: Be part of shaping the future of sustainable homebuilding by contributing to a clear action plan.   Don't miss out on this opportunity and book your tickets today: https://lnkd.in/efGibJU5.

Exciting news! The Hub’s Homes for Nature Guidance Document is now live for signatories on our members portal: https://lnkd.in/eay6jVk4. To join the scheme, please visit: https://lnkd.in/eiw5Eh7G Thank you to RSPB Action for Swifts Hedgehog Street for your contribution to the guidance document. With 28 homebuilders on board, and more joining frequently, we’re taking a major step towards providing the vital nesting bricks and boxes needed to support swift populations and other bird species. Those signed up to the pledge have committed to installing a bird-nesting brick or box for every new home built, as well as hedgehog highways, on every new development taken through planning from 1st September 2024. This groundbreaking project, led by the Hub’s On Site Nature Measures Working Group, aims to create a significant increase in wildlife habitats across new developments in the UK.  The comprehensive Homes for Nature Guidance Document is an invaluable resource providing detailed instructions on how to implement these crucial measures. It also covers SuDs, bat roosts, insect bricks and more, for those wanting to go beyond the mandatory commitment. By joining this initiative, homebuilders are not only contributing to biodiversity but also demonstrating their commitment to creating sustainable and nature-friendly communities. We encourage all developers to participate in this vital effort. For more information, please visit: https://lnkd.in/eiw5Eh7G #HomesForNature #WildlifeConservation #SustainableDevelopment #FutureHomesHub

How can we build the homes we desperately need without jeopardising our climate goals? Fiona Fletcher Smith, Chief Executive at L&Q, provides insights into the challenges facing the sector and solutions including SmartWaste tools, Modern Method of Construction, data sharing and the need for collaboration. As a Housing Association committed to sustainability, L&Q is a valued member of the Hub. Fiona sits on the Hub’s Sustainability Leadership Council and within the article highlights the need for the sector to come together under the Future Homes Hub’s One Plan Sustainability Framework. Click the link to read the full article: https://lnkd.in/ennBVCx9 By working together with industry partners, we can create a future where housing and sustainability go hand-in-hand. #housingcrisis #climatechange #sustainability #FutureHomesHub #L&Q

For those looking to stay ahead of the curve in sustainable homebuilding, join our Future Homes Hub Lunch & Learn Series for a deep dive into Biodiversity Net Gain this Friday, 11th October, 1-2 PM. Webinar Topic: Biodiversity Net Gain – Understanding Offsite Gains and the role of the Gain Site Register Speakers: Tim Morrissey (Natural England), Nathan Jenkinson (Environment Bank), and Rafi Cohen (Verna) will share their expertise on the working mechanisms and implementation strategies for biodiversity net gain. Every other Friday, starting from September 27th, we are hosting 60-minute webinars featuring industry experts discussing the latest sustainable homebuilding trends. Why attend? - Stay ahead of the curve: Learn about cutting-edge developments and strategies to meet upcoming policy. - Avoid costly pitfalls: Learn from industry leaders and share best practices. - Connect with like-minded professionals: Obtain new insights and drive innovation. Don't miss this opportunity to expand your knowledge and network. View the full programme and register here: https://lnkd.in/eUccCrUN #FutureHomesHub #SustainableHomebuilding #BiodiversityNetGain #LunchAndLearn #Webinar

Edward Lockhart-Mummery, CEO of the Future Homes Hub, sets out the case for the new homes sector to work to a single plan in his interview with Housebuilder Magazine. In this month’s edition of the Housebuilder Media, Ed discusses the importance of working with government, the net zero transition pathway and the upcoming Future Homes Conference and the collaboration needed to deliver change. “There are huge challenges we need to solve,” Ed says, while recognising that the industry is already making great progress in this area. And these will be showcased in the Future Homes Conference, which will be held on the 4th of December 2024 in Westminster. As the interviewer notes, the conference’s timing – just months after the introduction of a new pro-housing government - has become particularly opportune. The conference will focus on how the homebuilding sector can meet the challenge of building sustainable homes at scale, whilst meeting the UK’s ambitious net zero sustainability targets. The event will feature presentations from industry leaders, as well as breakout sessions on a variety of topics, such as the Future Homes Standard and biodiversity net gain. To find out more information about the conference or book your tickets here: https://lnkd.in/efGibJU5. To read the full Housebuilder article visit (pages 18-19): Housebuilder (https://lnkd.in/dcuw3CY) #FutureHomes #Sustainability #Homebuilding #Newhomessector #Conference

Have you seen our Biodiversity Unit Finder? It is a free, non-commercial resource designed to support the delivery of offsite Biodiversity Net Gain (BNG) across the industry.   This innovative platform connects: • Homebuilders and Developers: Meet your project's BNG requirements by seeing what biodiversity units are available in your area • Landowners and Land Managers: Promote your biodiversity unit offering, availability and progress on the finder   Benefits: • Streamlined transactions: Connect directly with buyers and sellers within the platform • Increased efficiency: Find local biodiversity unit opportunities for your projects • Expand the market: Contribute your units to support the growth of the emerging BNG offsite market   Whether you're a developer seeking units or a landowner with something to offer, join the Biodiversity Unit Finder community. Together, we can build a more sustainable and resilient built environment.   How to get involved: • Share your information: Visit https://lnkd.in/eGhfPfBx and follow the instructions to add your units to the register • Join the community: For any queries, contact our Head of Place and Nature, Krista Evans (krista@futurehomes.org.uk) #biodiversitynetgain #sustainabledevelopment #futurehomeshub #landowners #developers #ukconstruction

Our Head of Technical and Innovation, Adam Graveley, is a guest speaker at the Supply Chain Sustainability School (UK) upcoming webinar, Whole Life Carbon in the Homes Sector. Date: Wednesday, 2nd October 2024 Time: 12:00 PM - 1:30 PM Platform: Zoom Adam will be joined by industry leaders from Ibstock and Triton Showers to discuss the current context and industry picture for embodied carbon in new homes. Key topics: • Environmental Performance Declarations and the role they play for manufacturers in reducing embodied carbon • The current and future focus for homebuilders, and carbon reduction requirements for their supply chain • Introduction to the Future Homes Carbon Assessment Tool • Whole life carbon conventions for new homes and roadmap for disclosure Don't miss this opportunity to learn from experts and gain valuable insights. Register: (You must be a member to attend, but it is free to register for membership) https://lnkd.in/e5PCzTZG Share this with your colleagues and supply chain! #sustainableconstruction #wholelifecyclecarbon #newhomesector #webinar #sustainability

Join us for our upcoming webinar: Waste Water Heat Recovery - Reducing Hot Water Demand. When: Friday, 27th September 2024, 1-2 PM Where: Online. Register now to receive the webinar link: https://lnkd.in/eXW3MAxG Learn: How waste water heat recovery works and the impact of using it with heat pumps Speakers:  Ellis Maginn, Recoup  Tony Gordon, Showersave  Andrew Smith, Zypho This free webinar is part of the Hub's latest Lunch and Learn series. Don't miss out on the opportunity to stay ahead of the curve and learn from industry experts. Register now: https://lnkd.in/eXW3MAxG #FutureHomesHub #WasteWaterHeatRecovery #SustainableConstruction #LunchAndLearn #Webinar #HeatPumps #LowCarbonHomes

Our Head of Technical and Innovation, Adam Graveley, discusses the Hub’s Whole Life Conventions and Tool with Suzie Mayes in this Housebuilder Media article (on pages 64-65): https://lnkd.in/e_6g42vG At present, the predominant focus for homebuilders in meeting zero carbon goals is to reduce operational carbon on the homes built. However, to truly impact the reduction of the whole carbon output of a home, embodied carbon is key. The new homes sector has developed whole life carbon Conventions that provide a standardised approach to measure operational and embodied carbon to allow home builders to quantify and compare carbon reductions. To support this, the Hub has developed a simple calculation tool so that carbon calculations can be quickly carried out to inform design decisions. “The Hub’s embodied carbon implementation plan will provide a way forward for the industry, pending the government filling the policy gap. But the first hurdle to vault is how to measure embodied carbon consistently. Hence the tool and Conventions.” Want to learn more? Read the full article to find out more about how the tool and conventions can help enable proactive steps to reduce environmental impact: https://lnkd.in/e9dYUVxT #FutureHomesHub #EmbodiedCarbon #SustainableHomebuilding #NetZero #ClimateAction

Join our Future Homes Hub Lunch & Learn Series launching Friday, the 27th of September. Building on the success of our Innovation Webinars (available here: https://lnkd.in/eG2qDYrX), the Hub is once again bringing industry experts together to help homebuilders create low carbon homes and sustainable places. Delving into the hottest topics in sustainable homebuilding, the series will kick off with: WWHR: Reducing Hot Water Demand on Friday, September 27th, 1-2pm. Discover cutting-edge solutions to minimise hot water consumption and reduce your carbon footprint. CLICK HERE TO REGISTER: https://lnkd.in/eXW3MAxG Why attend? - Stay ahead of the curve: Learn about cutting-edge developments in sustainable construction and strategies to meet upcoming policy. - Connect with like-minded professionals: Obtain new insights and drive innovation. - Avoid costly pitfalls: Learn from industry leaders and share best practices. To view the full programme, or to register for a session, please visit: https://lnkd.in/eUccCrUN