Ecobuild
Could a style makeover tempt homeowners to the Green Deal?
The government’s Green Deal needs to retrofit around 600,000 homes a year - but it seems unlikely that current incentives can persuade enough people to make alterations to their homes.
The power of collaborative consumption
Today’s technology and the recession are driving a revived sense of community as we share, rent and trade possessions. Writer and ecobuild speaker Rachel Botsman talks to Nick Jones about the power of ‘collaborative consumption’
Does Part L 2013 spell death for renewables?
A focus on building fabric instead of renewables is the most cost effective approach for housing, says Mel Starrs
Ecobuild 2012: Spotlights
From solar powered transport to timber structures and the latest in urban design, Ecobuild is showcasing the very best in sustainability. So what’s taking centre stage this year?
Product launches at Ecobuild: Next generation
Products for the sustainable built environment are getting thinner, more gas-tight, more efficient and longer lasting. Here’s a preview of some of the new launches to be unveiled at Ecobuild, from PV to underground storage
The future's green
This year’s Ecobuild is the biggest so far and the green agenda is more relevant than ever
Geoengineering: Space age solutions
Governments admit they have failed to reduce our co2 emissions - now geoengineering could be our only option to counteract climate change.
UKTI presents international opportunities at Ecobuild
Other events include seminars on Brazil, China and India
RIBA confirms 2012 Ecobuild presence
Institute to run series of events on sustainable architecture and design
David Strong: 'The Green Deal won't just be for insulation"
Watch the former managing director of BRE Environment, David Strong, discuss the rise of Ecobuild and how the government will push the green agenda
Paul King: "We need carrots and sticks to hit carbon targets"
Watch Paul King, chief executive of the Green Building Council, talk about carbon targets at the Ecobuild conference in London’s Excel.
1- 10 of the most influential people in UK sustainability
The top 10 of BD’s inaugural list of the 50 most influential people in UK sustainability
Sustainability 50: Prince ploughs on
Hard to place but significant nonetheless, Charles may polarise opinion but his contribution to sustainability is unquestionable.
11-20 of the most influential people in UK sustainability
11-20 of BD’s inaugural list of the 50 most influential people in UK sustainability
21- 30 of the most influential people in UK sustainability
21- 30 of BD’s inaugural list of the 50 most influential people in UK sustainability
