The Verdancy Group

We are excited to be hosting day two of our CPD-certified Domestic Retrofit in Practice course at Fife College Levenmouth Campus. After a fantastic first day, we’re now gearing up to head into the workshop to get hands-on with airtightness products - putting theory into practice and deepening our understanding of the key principles explored throughout the course. The training space looks fantastic, providing the perfect environment to explore a range of eco-friendly materials designed to work in harmony with a building’s fabric. In particular, we’re looking at solutions ideal for older and traditional buildings, ensuring they remain breathable while improving energy efficiency. #Sustainability #Retrofit #SkillsForNetZero #HandsOnLearning #BreathableBuildings

It is fantastic to kick off day one of our two-day, CPD-certified Domestic Retrofit in Practice course in partnership with Fife College This course is the perfect opportunity to hear from leaders in the field and get hands-on experience with the techniques, products, and technology essential for the net zero retrofit transition. It has been a great morning of learning, collaboration, and practical insights into the future of energy-efficient homes. A huge thank you to our programme funders, Integrated Regional Employability & Skills (IRES) and Capital City Partnership, for making this possible and for supporting skills development in domestic retrofit. Looking forward to another brilliant day on Monday! #Sustainability #Retrofit #Collaboration #SkillsForNetZero

𝗙𝘂𝘁𝘂𝗿𝗲-𝗣𝗿𝗼𝗼𝗳 𝗬𝗼𝘂𝗿 𝗖𝗮𝗿𝗲𝗲𝗿 𝗶𝗻 𝗦𝗰𝗼𝘁𝗹𝗮𝗻𝗱'𝘀 𝗚𝗿𝗼𝘄𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗥𝗲𝘁𝗿𝗼𝗳𝗶𝘁 𝗦𝗲𝗰𝘁𝗼𝗿 ⚡️ Scotland is on a path to Net Zero by 2045, and there’s a growing demand for skilled professionals to help us achieve this goal. With huge investments from The Scottish Government in energy-efficient retrofitting, there’s never been a better time to upskill and formalise your qualifications. The CITB estimates that by 2030, up to 38,000 new construction jobs will be created in Scotland, with a significant portion focused on green skills, including insulation and building treatments. That’s where we come in! We’re offering fully funded places for the 𝗜𝗻𝘀𝘂𝗹𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻 & 𝗕𝘂𝗶𝗹𝗱𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗧𝗿𝗲𝗮𝘁𝗺𝗲𝗻𝘁𝘀 𝗩𝗼𝗰𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻𝗮𝗹 𝗤𝘂𝗮𝗹𝗶𝗳𝗶𝗰𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻 (IBT VQ), specifically designed for experienced professionals looking to formalise their skills and comply with regulatory standards. This programme is open to companies based within and operating across Edinburgh and South East Scotland, including Fife, Edinburgh, West Lothian, Midlothian, East Lothian, and the Borders. 𝗪𝗵𝘆 𝗚𝗲𝘁 𝗤𝘂𝗮𝗹𝗶𝗳𝗶𝗲𝗱? ▪️ Skilled professionals are crucial to meeting Scotland's energy efficiency and Net Zero targets. ▪️The IBT VQ supports TrustMark registration and PAS compliance, ensuring you stay up to date with the latest industry standards. ▪️This training equips you with the skills needed to future-proof your career and help Scotland achieve its climate goals. 𝗞𝗲𝘆 𝗕𝗲𝗻𝗲𝗳𝗶𝘁𝘀: ▪️Fully funded qualification for experienced tradespeople. ▪️Industry-relevant curriculum that focuses on real-world application. ▪️The chance to upskill and directly contribute to Scotland’s Net Zero ambitions. 📅 Programme runs from March to August 2025 👉 Register your interest today: https://lnkd.in/emSwdSXX

𝗙𝘂𝗲𝗹 𝗯𝗶𝗹𝗹𝘀 𝗮𝗿𝗲 𝗿𝗶𝘀𝗶𝗻𝗴 – 𝗹𝗲𝗮𝗿𝗻 𝗵𝗼𝘄 𝘁𝗼 𝗳𝗶𝗴𝗵𝘁 𝗯𝗮𝗰𝗸 𝘄𝗶𝘁𝗵 𝘀𝘂𝘀𝘁𝗮𝗶𝗻𝗮𝗯𝗹𝗲 𝗿𝗲𝘁𝗿𝗼𝗳𝗶𝘁 𝘀𝗼𝗹𝘂𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻𝘀! We’re down to the last places for our CPD Certified 2-day Domestic Retrofit in Practice workshop, held in partnership with Fife College. This fully funded, interactive workshop gives you practical, hands-on experience in making homes in Fife more energy-efficient and comfortable. 📅 Dates: Friday, 31st January & Monday, 3rd February 📍 Location: Fife College, Halbeath and Leavenmouth Campus 𝗪𝗵𝗮𝘁 𝘆𝗼𝘂'𝗹𝗹 𝗴𝗮𝗶𝗻: • Whole-house retrofit techniques tailored to Scottish homes • Insights into renewable technologies like solar panels and heat pumps • Airtightness and insulation methods to cut energy loss Led by experts and packed with real-world insights and discussion, this workshop is your chance to make a lasting impact in your community. 👉 Register now: https://lnkd.in/eTEnf4gc #EnergyEfficiency #Retrofit #GreenSkills #SustainableLiving #Fife #TheVerdancyGroup

🌍 Did you know? The UK construction sector accounts for 39% of global CO2 emissions. The Sustainabuild 𝐀𝐬𝐬𝐞𝐦𝐛𝐥𝐲: '𝐂𝐥𝐨𝐬𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐆𝐫𝐞𝐞𝐧 𝐒𝐤𝐢𝐥𝐥𝐬 𝐆𝐚𝐩 𝐢𝐧 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐁𝐮𝐢𝐥𝐭 𝐄𝐧𝐯𝐢𝐫𝐨𝐧𝐦𝐞𝐧𝐭' is a fantastic opportunity to explore how we can address the green skills gap in the built environment and take meaningful steps towards Scotland’s 2045 net zero target. With limited spaces available, this event is not to be missed. Let’s work together to drive sustainable change in the industry. 📅 30th January 2025 📍 Glasgow Find out more and register today! 👇 #NetZeroScotland #GreenSkills #SustainableConstruction #BuiltEnvironment

✨ As the year draws to a close, we want to take a moment to say a huge THANK YOU to everyone who has been part of our journey this year. To our amazing team – your dedication and hard work make all the difference. To all the fantastic people we've had the privilege of collaborating with – we couldn't have done it without your support and belief in what we do. And, of course, to our learners – your enthusiasm and commitment inspire us every day. We’re so grateful for the partnerships, the progress, and the positive impact we've made together. Here’s to even more growth and success in 2025! Wishing everyone a joyful and restful holiday season. See you in the new year 🎉 #HappyHolidays #Gratitude #Teamwork #Learning #Sustainability #TheVerdancyGroup

Inspire your Students with Future Stewards: The Net Zero World! 🌱 Looking for an engaging way to bring sustainability to life in your classroom? Future Stewards: The Net Zero World is a flexible, SCQF Level 4 accredited course for learners aged 14-25. Designed to align with Learning for Sustainability outcomes and Curriculum for Excellence, this course empowers young people to take practical action for a better future. Through interactive eLearning and real-world projects, learners will explore: 🌿 Biodiversity 💧 Water conservation 🍎 Food systems 🚲 Sustainable travel 💡 Green technology and more! Students will build portfolios, complete meaningful projects, and gain the necessary skills to make a real difference in their communities. For educators, we offer: • Flexible delivery to suit your learners • Guest speaker sessions and expert insights • A Train the Trainer model to support independent teaching Let’s equip Scotland’s young people to be sustainability leaders of tomorrow while supporting your Learning for Sustainability commitments. 📩 Get in touch with us at The Verdancy Group to find out more, or book a demo today - hello@theverdancygroup.com #SustainabilityEducation #LearningForSustainability #NetZeroScotland

We would like to take an opportunity to say a huge thank you to the amazing delivery team and participants of our Domestic Retrofit in Practice 2-day workshop that concluded yesterday! Your engagement and enthusiasm throughout didn’t go unnoticed. Together we can build a better future 🔨 🌍

🏗️ Green buildings are in demand; what are your thoughts? RICS reports a surge in demand for sustainable buildings in Scotland, but challenges like high costs and unclear policies are slowing progress. At The Verdancy Group, we believe upskilling is the key to closing the gap. From retrofitting to carbon measurement and innovative heating systems, we need to equip the workforce with practical, future-ready skills to tackle these barriers. With the Heat in Buildings Strategy Bill on the horizon, there’s a real opportunity to drive change. Collaboration across industry, education, and policy is essential to meet Scotland’s net zero goals. What do you think we should prioritise to make green buildings the norm? https://lnkd.in/e25EZxtB

Last week, we had the pleasure of delivering the IEMA Pathways to Net Zero course to an inspiring group of participants from Step Up to Net Zero, supported by Glasgow Chamber of Commerce. The engagement and creative exploration of topics were truly impressive! Check out the fantastic work our team did to make this session a success. Well done, everyone!