SPAB-STBA Conference – A Nature-Positive Approach to Traditional Buildings
The 2023 SPAB-STBA Conference takes place on 2 November in London at theMile End Ecology Pavilion – a sustainable, green-roofed venue in London’s East End.
Date:
Thursday, 2nd November 2023
Time:
09:00-18:00
Location:
London E3 5RP
Financial incentives for enhanced environmental performance in the housing sector – from GHA
The Good Homes Alliance presents an online event  to shed light on the financial incentives already in place, as well as what more can be done to encourage the construction and purchase of more environmentally friendly homes.
Date:
Tuesday 24th October 2023
Time:
13:00-14:30
Cost:
Free
Location:
Online
Retrofit Reimagined at Centre for Alternative Technology
The 2023 Retrofit Reimagined festival continues with a weekend of talks, discussions and workshops at CATÂ in Machynlleth, Wales on 21 & 22 October.
Date:
Saturday 21st October and Sunday 22nd October 2023
Location:
Machynlleth, Wales
2023 Reuse Summit
We’ll hear from those already active in the materials reuse space, with panel discussions taking a deeper dive into the shearing layers of ‘Structure, Skin and Services’ and ‘Space and Stuff’. Inspiring case studies will show what steps the industry can take to increase the uptake of reused materials, looking from structure to flooring, and fittings to furniture.
Date:
Wednesday 18th October 2023
Time:
15:30-19:30
Cost:
From £20
Location:
London, EC3N
The Green Register Building Biology Series – Session 4
Building Biology, Session 4 – Testing Methods and the SBM2015. Part of The Green Register Building Biology series of four online sessions, covering the science, design process, standards, good practice guidance and build examples. The course is presented by Tomas Gäertner.
Date:
Tuesday, 17th October 2023
Time:
15:00-17:00
Location:
Online
UK Passivhaus Conference 2023 – Scotland leads the way
It is an exciting time for Passivhaus in Scotland and this year's Passivhaus Conference takes place at The University of Edinburgh! Hear the latest on Scottish policy that may catapult Passivhaus into the mainstream, discover a range of pioneering case studies, and sink your teeth into technical details. There is an exciting line-up of speakers including ASBP members Architype and John Gilbert Architects; and those attending in-person have the opportunity of visiting some interesting passivhaus
Date:
Monday 16 October 2023 to Tuesday 17 October 2023
Location:
Edinburgh and Online
Natural Fibre Insulation Summit 2023
Join ASBP and members of our Natural Fibre Insulation Group for the 2nd annual Natural Fibre Insulation Summit.
Date:
Thursday 12th October 2023
Time:
14:00-16:00
Cost:
Free, registration essential
Location:
Online (Zoom)
Timber innovation in Retrofit: Are hybrid structures the way forward? with Kelly Harrison of Whitby Wood
Timber innovation in Retrofit: Are hybrid structures the way forward? with Kelly Harrison of Whitby Wood
Date:
Wednesday 11th October 2023
Time:
18:30-20:30
Cost:
Free
Location:
Roca London Gallery, Station Court, Townmead Road, London SW6 2PY
The Green Register Building Biology Series – Session 3
Building Biology, Session 3 – Compliant Services Design. Part of The Green Register Building Biology series of four online sessions, covering the science, design process, standards, good practice guidance and build examples. The course is presented by Tomas Gäertner.
Date:
Tuesday, 10th October 2023
Time:
15:00-17:00
Location:
Online
Retrofit Reimagined in Knowle West, Bristol
Retrofit Reimagined in Bristol is a day of inspiring talks, demos, and hands-on activities and an evening feast. The programme will be spread across the Knowle West neighbourhood, based from the WeCanMake community micro-factory for hands-on workshops in the morning, before moving to Knowle West Media Centre for talks and demos in the afternoon and evening.
Date:
Friday 6th October 2023
Time:
10:00-21:00
Cost:
Free
Location:
Knowle West, Bristol