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 […]
The Retrofit Academy Forum – Discussing Non-Domestic Retrofit, BSI PAS 2038 & Opportunities for Retrofit Professionals
Every month in our Retrofit Academy Forums, we select a topic that we think is central to retrofit professionals and delve deep into the issues. Not only did one of our latest Forums introduce the first details on our long-awaited Understanding Non-Domestic Retrofit course, but the course authors themselves also shared and discussed the importance […]
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 Persistent failures with outdated roofline detailing led to significant changes in industry standards, with PAS 2035 banning the use of eaves and verge trims.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 […]
Founding Life Fellows Unveiled by The Retrofit Academy
Recognition from UK’s driving force in retrofit skills and knowledge for outstanding contributions to retrofit policy, projects and professional practice. The Retrofit Academy launched its new Professional Membership this week to recognise and signpost expertise in advice, assessment, coordination and design. 19 Life Fellows have been unveiled– a designation reserved for individuals whose expertise and […]
The Retrofit Academy Underlines Commitment to Quality With Revitalised Membership Launching August 2024
NEW MEMBERSHIP LAUNCH COMING AUGUST 2024 The Retrofit Academy has further solidified its commitment to quality retrofit with the upcoming launch of an enhanced membership for its learners, graduates and employers. With 27 million homes needing efficiency upgrades to reach net zero by 2050, the creation of this community is set to provide retrofitters in […]
What’s Next for Retrofit Under a New UK Government? Top highlights from The Retrofit Academy’s Latest Retrofit Professionals’ Forum
On 5th July, approximately 80 members of The Retrofit Academy (TRA) gathered for the latest Retrofit Professionals’ Forum, which focused on the timely topic: “What’s next for retrofit under a new UK government?” The event featured insights from industry experts on the ongoing Fabric First versus Fabric Fifth debate. Find out more about the discussion in […]
The Retrofit Academy talks: Avoiding Large-Scale Failure in Retrofit
The Retrofit Academy’s most recent summit delves into the industry’s past experience of large-scale failure in retrofit, our current position, and how we can ensure safe, good-quality retrofit in future! Featuring excellent content and resources from our guest speakers and technical directors, the session investigates the pitfalls of poor retrofit and addresses how to avoid […]
The Retrofit Academy talks: PAS Updated!
Back with a bang! The Retrofit Academy are dusting off the cobwebs and bouncing into spring with our latest summit: PAS Updated! We discuss the recent amendments to the PAS, as well as navigating what these changes mean and what comes next. We also delve into the the new British standard, BS40101: Building Performance Evaluation. […]
The Retrofit Academy Talks: Futurebuild 2022
What a fantastic event Futurebuild 2022 shaped up to be! We got our teeth back into the world of real-life, in-person interaction and what better platform than at an event such as this? Posed perfectly to share advancements and ideas with industry peers, Futurebuild supported the development of our next steps as an industry as […]
The Retrofit Academy talks: Ventilation
We’re closing yet another year: having navigated working from home, open windows, minding our distance, sanitising stations, and the nuisance of mask on/ mask off. COVID-19 has fixed the spotlight not only to the quality of the air we’re getting, but also, the energy efficiency of our homes. Ventilation is a hot topic as it […]
