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Following the developments, stories and innovations in the refurbishment, retrofit and refit sectors. Bricks made from plants, carbon negative materials and building transformations. We hear from architects, materials specialists, builders, heating experts, gas and pipe gurus and pioneers of new ways that can help transform housing here in the UK and around the world.
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Ending Retrofit’s Rollercoaster: Jack Allen on Wave 3 Funding, PAS 2035 & Truly Warm Homes
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42:05Building Energy Experts focuses on energy efficiency and sustainability. Jack Allen transitioned from consultancy to hands-on building performance. Decarbonizing social housing faces funding and operational challenges. The private sector requires certainty for sustainable investments. Funding waves create boom and bust cycles for businesses. Cost e…
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Halcyan Water conditions hard water to behave like soft water. Every millimeter of lime scale can increase energy consumption by 7-10%. Over 60% of the UK is supplied with hard water. The average household can save about half a tonne of CO2 equivalent per year by treating hard water effectively. Accreditation processes for water treatment products …
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Eden Labs focuses on commercializing sustainability through marketing. Renaming 'retrofit' to 'renovation' could improve public perception. A national conversation about sustainability is lacking. Community engagement is crucial for promoting sustainable practices. Emotional drivers are more effective than logical arguments in marketing. Negative m…
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Greenworks aims to train and hire a workforce for the net zero transition. The retrofit industry faces a significant skills gap, needing 3 million trained individuals by 2030. Barriers to entry include a lack of understanding of career pathways in retrofit. Employers often hesitate to hire newly certified trainees due to their lack of experience. G…
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Permetrix provides test kits for measuring housing performance. The tools help assess heat loss and ventilation in homes. User-friendly design allows homeowners to easily collect data. Data privacy is ensured under GDPR regulations. Accurate measurements are crucial for effective retrofitting. Many EPCs are inaccurate, leading to funding allocation…
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Tom Jarman worked and still works across the energy spectrum. He's concentrated on some key points in this podcast; The construction sector needs to focus on value and outcomes rather than just cost and compliance. SMEs play a crucial role in the construction industry but face significant challenges due to low margins. Investment in workforce train…
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Great episode from Cypren, here's what we discuss; Straw Building UK aims to promote straw as a sustainable building material. Straw has excellent thermal insulation properties compared to conventional materials. There are misconceptions about straw's safety and effectiveness in construction. Straw is abundant in the UK and can significantly contri…
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In this episode of the Refurb and Retrofit podcast, host Matt Milloy speaks with Simon Jones, the host of the Air Quality Matters podcast. They discuss the critical importance of indoor air quality, the risks associated with poor air quality, and practical solutions for improving air quality in homes. Simon emphasizes the need for effective ventila…
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In this episode of the Refurb and Retrofit podcast, Matt Milloy speaks with Cat Hoad from Interior Design Declares about the evolution of sustainable interior design. They discuss the importance of planning for renovations, the impact of material choices on health and the environment, and the role of grassroots movements in promoting sustainability…
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What we learn: Heat pumps can work effectively if installed correctly. Public perception of heat pumps has evolved over the years. Installation quality is crucial for heat pump efficiency. Noise complaints often stem from poor installation practices. Homeowners need to run heat pumps continuously for optimal performance. Government funding is avail…
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Website for SNUGG Key Topics and Highlights: What is Snugg? Michelle introduces Snugg as a user-friendly platform that helps homeowners kickstart energy-efficient home projects, learn about funding options, and connect with approved installers. The Importance of Home Retrofit With 18% of UK emissions coming from home heating, there’s an urgent need…
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Imandeep Kaur for Civic Square & Neighbourhood Led Retrofit
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46:37**Guest:** Imandeep Kaur, Co-founder of [Civic Square](https://civicsquare.cc) **Host:** Matt Milloy **Topic:** Community-led Retrofitting and the Role of Civic Engagement in Sustainable Housing In this episode, Matt Milloy sits down with Imandeep Kaur, co-founder of Civic Square, to discuss the critical role that community-led approaches play in t…
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Perezhivanie - Emotional Resonance in Retrofit: What Marketers Need to Know
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28:15Key Takeaways: Emotional Significance of Homes: Homeowners view their residences as places of deep emotional value, not just as financial assets. Motivational Factors: Beyond financial savings, motivations such as control over the environment, happiness, and altruistic identity play crucial roles in the decision to retrofit. Heuristic Framework (HC…
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From Fuel Poverty to Financial Ruin: The Retrofit Dilemma
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39:24About the Guest(s): Mel Esquerre: Based in Edinburgh, Scotland, Mel is a private homeowner and active member of the Living Rent organization. With a vested interest in housing improvements, Mel has recently been involved in a campaign addressing the challenges and complications of the retrofit process initiated by Edinburgh Council. Laura Dalgetty:…
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Automating Retrofit - The Q-Bot Insulation Underfloor Robot
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31:29Q-Bot's Robotic Innovation: Introduced a robotic system for underfloor insulation in UK homes, focusing on improving thermal performance and bottom-floor air quality. Sustainable Solutions: Discussion around the environmental impact of insulation materials and the ongoing search for greener alternatives. Industry Barriers: Explores the reasons behi…
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Christian and DiGio attempt to merge the two movies Slapshot and Iron Man.
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Approved For Use - Indinature Gets Hemp Insulation Into Houses
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34:46About the Guest(s): Sam Baumber serves as the Chief Operating Officer of Indinature, an innovative company focused on manufacturing technical thermal insulation based on industrial hemp. With a decade-long journey leading up to their current breakthroughs, Sam has been pivotal in establishing production facilities in the Scottish Borders, initiatin…
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Nigel Walley is a seasoned professional with a dual role in the housing and property management sector. He serves as the chair of the Residential Logbook Association, a trade body that focuses on property-related advocacy and standards. Additionally, Nigel is the CEO of a logbook company that specializes in digital logbook services for homeowners, …
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Special Edition - Retrofit vs Rebuild Report: Greater London Authority
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10:48Discover how the London Assembly's new report on retrofitting and refurbishing buildings could have a significant impact on local and national policy. The report outlines six key recommendations, including mandatory whole life carbon assessments for buildings and the publication of annual data to track progress. By making retrofitting more viable a…
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Leah Robson is an influential figure in the renewable energy industry, helming a burgeoning heat pump business that also provides solar panels, EV chargers, and batteries. Her venture, operating in the Southeast of England, is not just a business; it signifies a movement towards whole-house renewables aimed at significantly reducing homeowners' car…
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This Plant Could Help Save The Planet. Find Out How, Why and What's Stopping It Being Used - Unyte Group
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31:50Jamie Bartley is a leading authority on industrial hemp and the CEO of Unyte Group. With a background rooted in waste recovery solutions and land remediation, Jamie embarked on a mission to harness the power of industrial hemp for environmental sustainability and economic growth. His tenacious research into phyto-remediation and carbon sequestratio…
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Christian and DiGio attempt to make the holiday classic Christmas Vacation even more Christmas'y.
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Christian and DiGio attempt to turn the horror movie Nightmare on Elm Street into a fun family movie.
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Christian and DiGio attempt to make the nursery rhyme Little Miss Muffet into a true crime podcast.
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Christian and DiGio attempt to turn the beloved sitcom Leave It To Beaver into a show starring a real beaver.
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Christian and DiGio attempt to turn the movie True Romance into a professional wrestling league.
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Christian and DiGio attempt to turn the movie The Fifth Element into a colouring book.
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Christian and DiGio attempt to retrofit the movie Spiderman: Into The Spiderverse with Draculas.
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Christian and DiGio attempt to retrofit the TV show Seinfeld so they are all Pirates.
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Christian and DiGio attempt to turn the movie The Shining into a Lego movie.
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Christian and DiGio attempt to turn A Charlie Brown Christmas into a Halloween Special and It's the Great Pumpkin, Charlie Brown into a Christmas Special.
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Christian and DiGio attempt to create a movie starring the band U2.
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Christian and DiGio attempt to amalgamate The Love Boat with Star Trek The Next Generation.
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Christian and DiGio attempt to change the movie Die Hard: With A Vengeance so it is set in the lost city of Atlantis.
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Christian and DiGio attempt to turn the film Knives Out into a Roger Rabbit cartoon/human movie.
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Christian and DiGio attempt to make the ultimate assassins movie.
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Christian and DiGio attempt to change the setting of the movie The Sound Of Music to an apocalyptic wasteland.
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Christian and DiGio attempt to set the movie A Christmas Story in the future.
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Christian and DiGio attempt to make the movie Con Air boring.
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Christian and DiGio attempt to turn some unlikely movies into Halloween costumes.
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Christian and DiGio attempt to change some movies by adding Kaijus to them.
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Christian and DiGio attempt to turn country music songs into movies.
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Christian and DiGio attempt to turn the summer into something else for podcasting.
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Christian and DiGio are joined by pal Rob Graham from the After Lunch Podcast as they attempt to make the movie A League Of Their Own with another sport.
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Christian and DiGio attempt to turn the movie Once Upon A Time In Hollywood into a sticker collection.
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Christian and DiGio attempt to turn the movie True Lies into something else by switching the title.
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Christian and DiGio attempt to turn The Social Network movie into a theme for a child's birthday party.
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Christian and DiGio are joined by pal Evan Hanson as they attempt to turn the holiday St. Patrick's Day into a blockbuster movie.
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Christian and DiGio attempt to turn Robocop into a movie with a robot with a different job.
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Christian and DiGio attempt to turn the movie Home Alone into a drinking game.
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