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SUMMARY:Introduction to Green Roofs
DESCRIPTION:Overview\n\n\n\n\nGet ready to dive into the world of green roofs at this interactive practical event – learn\, engage\, and be inspired! \n\n\n\n\nIntroduction to Green Roofs \nJoin Us for a Practical\, Insightful Introduction to Green Roofs \n30th April 2026 • 9:30–15:30 • Linford Wood\, Milton Keynes \nThe Living Roofs Academy is running a hands-on training day designed for anyone who wants to further their understanding of green roofs — from landscapers\, homeowners and designers to facilities teams\, planners\, and anyone curious about how urban greening can shape the future of our built environment. \nHosted at Linford Wood\, Milton Keynes\, this one-day course blends classroom learning with practical\, real-world demonstrations. With an on-site café and regular breaks\, it’s an accessible\, friendly\, and genuinely enjoyable way to build your knowledge. \nWhat You’ll Learn \nBy the end of the day\, attendees will gain a solid introductory grounding in: \n\nThe history and evolution of green roofs\nKey health & safety considerations\nStructural requirements and load implications\nOpportunities for urban greening and biodiversity\nFull breakdown of green roof components\nProject planning from concept to installation\nEnvironmental benefits\, including energy performance\nWater management and the role green roofs play in SUDS\nEmerging opportunities in energy generation on rooftops\n\nThis is designed for anyone who wants clear\, practical knowledge of green roofs in both the domestic and commercial sectors. \nCertification \nEveryone completing the course will receive a GRO (Green Roof Organisation) Introduction to Green Roofs certificate. \nFor those who want to advance further\, you’ll have the option to upgrade later to the GRO Skills Card through further training or an assessed module – ideal for professionals looking to evidence competence and move to the next level. \nSpaces Are Limited \nWe’re keeping the group to just 10 participants to ensure everyone gets individual attention and practical guidance.
URL:https://sbs.eco/sustainable-events/introduction-to-green-roofs/
LOCATION:Hayley Court\, Linford Wood\, MK14 6GD
CATEGORIES:Buildings,Knowledge
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SUMMARY:Sustainability in Action: Driving Growth Through Green Strategy
DESCRIPTION:Overview\n\n\n\n\nFrom obligation to opportunity. Practical steps to embed sustainability into your commercial strategy. \n\n\n\n\nJoin us at Neath Port Talbot College for a focused session exploring how sustainability is being put into action across Welsh industry. \nSpeakers\nEoin Bailey – Innovation and Circular Economy Lead\, 7 Steel UK\nNicola Jones – Circular Economy & Sustainability Specialist\, Tata Steel \nIn this joint session\, Eoin and Nicola will explore the role steel plays in the transition to a lower-carbon economy. Eoin will highlight how circular economy principles are reshaping steel production through recycling\, smarter design and improved resource efficiency. Nicola will discuss how Welsh steel is supporting major renewable energy developments\, including collaboration with RWE to explore steel components for floating offshore wind projects in the Celtic Sea. \nTogether they will discuss how collaboration between manufacturers\, energy developers and supply chains can accelerate industrial decarbonisation while creating new economic opportunities for Wales\, with Port Talbot remaining central to the future of Welsh steelmaking. \nSimon Nurse – Capital Coated Steel \nSimon will share the story behind Capital Coated Steel’s Biodiversity and Wellbeing Garden\, created at their production site to support biodiversity while providing a wellbeing space for employees. The project demonstrates how even industrial environments can take practical steps to integrate sustainability into everyday operations. \nWhy attend\n• Understand how circular economy thinking is reshaping heavy industry\n• Learn how Welsh steel is supporting the growth of renewable energy infrastructure\n• See practical sustainability initiatives being delivered within manufacturing environments\n• Connect with organisations helping shape a more sustainable industrial future \nThis session is ideal for sustainability professionals\, manufacturers\, supply chain partners and organisations interested in the future of Welsh industry. \nFor booking support please contact events@cw-seswm.com
URL:https://sbs.eco/sustainable-events/sustainability-in-action-driving-growth-through-green-strategy/
LOCATION:NPTC Group of Colleges – Neath College\, Dwr-Y-Felin Road\, Neath\, SA10 7RF
CATEGORIES:Buildings,Circular Economy,Supply Chain & Scope 3
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SUMMARY:Innovate UK’s Net Zero Living Programme: Buildings and Retrofit
DESCRIPTION:Buildings and Retrofit\nInnovate UK’s Net Zero Living Programme supports 52 local authorities\, their partners and communities to overcome non-technological barriers to adopting and scaling up net zero solutions. \nThis webinar is the first of three sharing insights from the programme\, with the aim of helping wider stakeholders to benefit from the learnings\, best practice and expertise gained. \nWhether you’re a local authority thinking about different ways to approach retrofit\, a supplier\, innovator or a community wanting to tackle the challenge of upgrading our buildings\, this session is for you. We’ll explore some of the solutions successfully implemented by the Net Zero Living participants and discuss how to go about scaling them. \nWhat to expect\nWe’ll be joined by local authorities and government representatives to discuss their experiences of delivering innovative projects in their areas\, and highlighting some case studies that show the role and additional value that local government can bring in using its assets\, power and voice to unlock the local retrofit markets of the future. \nWe will also be launching our report\, Delivering Better Buildings\, which digs into how to grow a local retrofit market\, build skills and quantify the clear wider health\, social and economic value of retrofit.
URL:https://sbs.eco/sustainable-events/innovate-uks-net-zero-living-programme-buildings-and-retrofit/
LOCATION:Virtual\, -\, -
CATEGORIES:Buildings,Events,Training
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SUMMARY:The Politics of Net Zero: Can we afford (in) action?
DESCRIPTION:Event Overview: The Politics of Net Zero: Can we afford (in) action?\nUnderstand how political decisions shape the UK’s path to net zero\nEvent Date: Thursday 4 December 2025Time: 5:45 PM – 7:45 PM GMTLocation: \nCassie Building\nClaremont Road\nUniversity of Newcastle\nNewcastle Upon Tyne\, NE1 7RU\nUnited Kingdom\nEvent Type: In-person\nHosted by: Institution of Civil Engineers (ICE)\nRegistration & Full Details:👉 Visit Official Event Page \n\nWhy Attend: The Politics of Net Zero\nNet zero isn’t just about technology or innovation — it’s deeply influenced by politics. As the UK works to hit its climate targets\, political shifts can either accelerate or stall progress. This event brings together leaders in infrastructure\, sustainability\, and policy to unpack the politics of net zero and what it means for our climate and economy. \nExpect bold conversations on: \n\n\nThe UK’s net zero legislation and evolving policy landscape \n\n\nWhat upcoming elections may mean for green ambitions \n\n\nThe role of infrastructure in delivering a just transition \n\n\nHow political narratives shape business strategy \n\n\n\nWho Should Attend?\nThis event is ideal for: \n\n\nSustainability professionals \n\n\nInfrastructure and built environment leaders \n\n\nPolicy and public affairs teams \n\n\nUK businesses aligning to net zero goals \n\n\nAnyone interested in the intersection of climate action and politics \n\n\n\nWhat You’ll Gain\nAttendees will walk away with: \n\n\nStrategic insight into UK net zero policy \n\n\nAwareness of how political forces may affect climate outcomes \n\n\nIdeas for future-proofing business decisions \n\n\nA better understanding of your role in the wider transition \n\n\n\nSBS Insight\nAt Sustainable Business Services (SBS)\, we help UK organisations adapt to the ever-changing net zero policy environment. Events like these offer essential context for understanding how politics\, infrastructure\, and climate commitments intersect — a conversation that directly impacts your compliance\, funding\, and long-term strategy. \n\nIf you’re working on a climate-aligned business plan or reporting strategy\, this event is a valuable resource. \n\n\nSBS Program’s\nExplore related support and resources on our website supporting your businesses ambition: \n\n\nNet-Zero Program \n\n\nSBS Compliance \n\n\nSBS Academy \n\n\nSBS Community \n\n\n\nDon’t miss this opportunity to hear from the experts on the frontline of climate politics.Register now and stay ahead of the policy curve. \n👉 Register Here → ICE Event Page
URL:https://sbs.eco/sustainable-events/politics-of-net-zero-uk-climate-event/
CATEGORIES:Buildings,Net-Zero
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