The Retrofit Academy Awards – The Havering Low Energy Visitors Centre Shortlisted in Two Catagories
Introducing Your Retrofit Academy CIC Awards 2025 Finalists The Havering Low Energy Visitors Centre was recognised as a 2025 finalist in two prestigious categories at the Retrofit Academy CIC Awards: This recognition highlights the innovative approach taken by The London Borough of Havering (LBH) in creating a sustainable, community-driven retrofit project that delivers both environmental […]
The Retrofit Academy Celebrates Excellence at the Fourth Annual Retrofit Academy Awards
The Retrofit Academy is delighted to announce the winners and highly commended recipients of the fourth annual Retrofit Academy Awards, which took place on Tuesday 4th March 2025, at ExCeL London, co-located with Futurebuild. This year’s awards welcomed over 250 retrofit professionals to an informal drinks reception following day one of the National Retrofit Conference […]
Matthew Allcock Shortlisted for Retrofit Coordinator of the Year Award
Introducing Your Retrofit Academy CIC Awards 2025 Shortlist Matthew Allcock has been shortlisted for the prestigious Retrofit Coordinator of the Year Award. This recognition highlights the exceptional contributions Matthew has made through the application of his technical expertise and dedication to customer and tenant satisfaction. As Retrofit Technical Lead at Baily Garner, a Retrofit Academy […]
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 Persistent failures with outdated roofline detailing led to significant changes in industry standards, with PAS 2035 banning the use of eaves and verge trims.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 […]
Introducing the 2025 Retrofit Academy Awards: Recognising Excellence in Retrofitting
Zero Carbon Accelerator launches to drive net zero future across the capital
The Retrofit Academy is proud to support the delivery of the Mayor of London’s Zero Carbon Accelerator, a programme aimed at helping organisations decarbonise and achieve London’s net zero target by 2030. The Retrofit Academy will work alongside Mott MacDonald, Energy Saving Trust and an alliance of experts in energy solutions, zero carbon strategy, retrofit, modelling, […]
Exploring the Future of Retrofit Training: The Retrofit Academy Pilots Immersive Learning through Virtual Reality
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 to play key role in Mayor’s new Zero Carbon Accelerator
