From 98% Behind to Leading the Race to the Top: How The Retrofit Academy Is Helping Close the Gap
The UK has lost a decade of progress on home energy efficiency. But we’re not here to dwell on the past – we’re here to help fix it. The Department for Energy Security and Net Zero Committee’s latest report lays it out clearly: we’re now operating at just 2% of the level of energy efficiency […]
Maximising the Warm Homes Grant: A Strategic Guide for Local Authorities and Social Housing Providers
The UK government’s Warm Homes Grant & Plan is a transformative investment aimed at tackling fuel poverty, reducing carbon emissions and accelerating progress toward net zero. With £3.4 billion committed from 2025 to 2028, this funding is a powerful opportunity for local authorities and social housing providers to make meaningful, measurable change in their communities. […]
Introducing the Association of Retrofit Consultants (ARC)
Leading independent retrofit professional services firms have created a new association to raise standards in retrofit by shaping and sharing professional good practice. The Association of Retrofit Consultants (ARC) brings together organisations that provide independent advice, assessment, coordination and design services to the large-scale retrofit sector. Founder Members of ARC include: The vision of ARC […]
What A Retrofit Coordinator Must Know About Retrofit Design
In a recent Retrofit Academy Forum – our exclusive members’ only, expert-led panels on the big retrofit issues, projects and opportunities – Dr Peter Rickaby chaired a session asking this fundamental question of ‘What do retrofit coordinators need to know about retrofit design?’, featuring four exceptional contributors. The Retrofit Coordinator/Designer Discussion Architect Robert Prewett drew […]
Getting External Wall Insulation (EWI) Right at the Roofline with SWIGA
External Wall Insulation (EWI) is a game-changer for improving energy efficiency in retrofitted homes, but it hasn’t been without its challenges. Persistent failures with outdated roofline detailing led to significant changes in industry standards, with PAS 2035 banning the use of eaves and verge trims. This move has sparked a shift towards better-quality solutions that […]
Industry panel discussion highlights tipping point for retrofit
The retrofit industry is at a tipping point ahead of a period of development and growth, an industry panel discussion at Innovation Zero 2023 has concluded. The panel, entitled Retrofitting the Built Environment and moderated by David Pierpoint, CEO of The Retrofit Academy, discussed the optimism within the industry and the desire to drive momentum […]
The Retrofit Academy brings fully-funded Courses to the West Midlands to help build a skilled Retrofitting Workforce
The Retrofit Academy (TRA) is working with Open College Network West Midlands and West Midlands Combined Authority to provide the Government with fully-funded Level 4 and 5 retrofitting courses, saving learners up to £3,000 in course fees. These qualifications are essential for providers to take on public sector contracts for retrofit work, and advance an […]
Fully-Funded PAS 2030 Certification & Accreditation
Start the process to be PAS 2030 Certified via a fully funded programme with full-funded support from The Retrofit Academy.
The Retrofit Academy Careers Portal – opportunity for suppliers
The Retrofit Academy is looking to create a permanent virtual careers platform. This website will act as a tool that highlights to prospect career searchers: the concept of retrofit, the roles within retrofit (PAS2035/PAS2030), training/job opportunities, and act as a platform that allows future employees and employers to network. When is the project deadline? The […]
An opportunity with The Retrofit Academy!
The UK Community Renewal Fund is a UK Government programme for 2021/22. It aims to support people and communities most in need across the UK to pilot programmes and new approaches to prepare for the UK Shared Prosperity Fund. It invests in skills, community and place, local business, and supporting people into employment. For more information, visit […]
