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Debbie M (Anadapta)
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Supporter of #ClimateAction for construction. I am part of the amazing team at ASBP @asbpuk.bsky.social (part of Sustainable Development Foundation).
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asbpuk.bsky.social
It’s our 10th annual Healthy Buildings Conference! 26 Feb 2026, 13:00-17:45 followed by drinks&networking asbp.org.uk/healthybuild...

Discounts for members of @aecb.bsky.social @woodknowledgewales.bsky.social @good-homes.bsky.social @passivhaustrust.bsky.social @thegreenregister.bsky.social
January 14, 2026 at 10:07 AM
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profpkumar.bsky.social
Excited to share the launch of our #GreeningToolkit!

It’s been an incredible 18-month journey co-designing this resource with 47 brilliant co-authors.

👉 Watch the explainer video: www.youtube.com/watch?v=v0D3...
👉Download the full & individual fact sheets: reclaim-network.org/toolkit
January 7, 2026 at 10:27 PM
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unep.org
From pollination to soil health, biodiversity is key to achieving #ZeroHunger. Yet, the nature crisis is fueling food insecurity.

See how the Global Biodiversity Framework supports the #GlobalGoals in this interactive: www.unep.org/interactives...
January 14, 2026 at 7:02 AM
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asbpuk.bsky.social
Start 2026 with some informative webinars by our Members and Partners. asbp.org.uk/partner-memb....

20/01 @aecb.bsky.social

21/01 ACAN

21/01 @passivhaustrust.bsky.social

22/01 @thegreenregister.bsky.social

28/01
@woodknowledgewales.bsky.social

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@reusefully.bsky.social
January 13, 2026 at 9:30 PM
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thetcpa.bsky.social
📢Free webinar
Contact with plants, trees, soil & water supports children’s health, cognitive development, mental wellbeing & social connectedness.

On 26 Jan we'll discuss the benefits of natural play for children, especially those living in dense, risk-averse, urban environments shorturl.at/fAMQx
January 12, 2026 at 9:43 AM
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michaelburchert.bsky.social
When I started building with straw, there were only a handful of people doing it. To put it mildly, universities had very limited interest in it. Now that is changing; #strawbuilding can no longer be ignored. But at the working end, there are still only a handful of people doing it. New papers list🧵
January 3, 2026 at 12:57 PM
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lowwintersun.bsky.social
I've seen a lot of comments about the Swiss Club fire spreading due to wooden panelling/boarding, whilst there's an investigation pending, it's far more likely that the lethality and spread of the fire was due to the presence of polyurethane foam, absolutely horrible stuff
havantenviro.bsky.social Sustainable Us @havantenviro.bsky.social · Jan 3
"Once ignited, polyurethane acoustic foam can exhibit rapid flame spread across its high-surface-area profile and produce dense, toxic smoke, significantly accelerating fire growth and reducing available escape time," said Dr Peter Wilkinson of Loughborough University.

www.bbc.co.uk/news/article...
What images and videos tell us about why Swiss bar fire spread so quickly
How the blaze took hold with such ferocity, killing at least 40 people and leaving many more critically injured, is now a key focus for officials.
www.bbc.co.uk
January 4, 2026 at 9:37 AM
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katedes.bsky.social
Fabric is still first if you want to improve comfort, health and affordability Ed. If you are only concerned about carbon sure, go ahead and sideline fabric. But you can expect to see fuel poverty, damp and mould increase. (And don't forget that leakier buildings = more generation & more cables)
annaclarke.bsky.social Anna Clarke @annaclarke.bsky.social · Dec 29
Sounds like the end of the 'fabric first' mantra being set out here.

Electrifying homes is the way of the future, with solar panels, batteries and heat pumps being the focus of government subsidy.
alfietobutt.bsky.social Alfie Tobutt @alfietobutt.bsky.social · Dec 29
THE TIMES: Solar grants for millions to cut home energy use #TomorrowsPapersToday
December 30, 2025 at 9:08 AM
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unep.org
We waste 79 kg of food per person/year.

99% of us breathe air that isn’t safe.

These problems are interconnected, and they’re exacerbating climate change, hunger, & health risks.

Take our quiz to see how your leftovers & the air you breathe are linked: www.unep.org/technical-hi...
December 29, 2025 at 12:08 PM
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royalforestrysoc.bsky.social
🌲New episode: Beyond Spruce: Ancient Trees for Future Forests
Join Chris, Jen, and Elle to help break through some of the myths.
🎧 Tune in, join the conversation, and subscribe now!

https://ow.ly/XbkL50XL2it

#GoneForesting #Conifers #NativeOrNot #JoinTheConversation #NotJustForChristmas
December 17, 2025 at 5:29 PM
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commonseac.parliament.uk
Tomorrow at 2.30pm we're examining the potential risks of PFAS chemicals contaminating water and soil and whether enough is being done in the UK to fully understand the risks. We'll be hearing from experts on water, agriculture and health.

Read more: committees.parliament.uk/event/25763/...
Environmental Audit Committee. Evidence session. Addressing the risks from Perfluoroalkyl and Polyfluoroalkyl Substances. Photo show a variety of food and drink packaging that uses PFAS chemicals.
December 9, 2025 at 12:18 PM
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mumsforlungs.bsky.social
NEW: We’re delighted that our founder @jemimavivien.bsky.social & @nateaston.bsky.social's pitch to the @commonseac.parliament.uk for an #AirPollution inquiry has been accepted! Thanks for all the hard work from so many on this - a fantastic end to the year! committees.parliament.uk/publications...
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December 19, 2025 at 7:58 AM
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rspbaction.bsky.social
Today, the UK Government’s Planning Bill became law – a big blow for wildlife.

Thousands of you fought for nature as the Bill passed through Parliament.

Now, this isn’t the time to stay silent – nature needs us more than ever.

Join us & speak up 👇
action.rspb.org.uk/page/180990/action/1
December 18, 2025 at 3:25 PM
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jurajmikurcik.bsky.social
Sadly a bit late for Christmas stocking, but

👉 The Good Building Book 👌

by Nick Grant & John Broome is ace and it's available to pre-order at all good book retailers. Coming out next month.

@ecominimalnick.bsky.social
Nick Grant in a pub holding a copy of his and Jon Broome's book titled The Good Building Book
December 19, 2025 at 8:24 AM
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debbieanadapta.bsky.social
Don’t miss these in-person conferences coming up in London. Spaces are limited. There’s an excellent line-up of speakers at both events. Check out the keynotes!

28 Jan 2026 @goodhomesalliance.bsky.social
goodhomes.org.uk/good-homes-b...

26 Feb 2026
@asbpuk.bsky.social
asbp.org.uk/healthybuild...
Good Homes - Beyond Net Zero​ 28 January 2026 | 09:00 - 17:00 | British Library Knowledge Centre, London, NW1 2DB Join the Good Homes Alliance and South East Consortium for a new and exciting joint networking and knowledge sharing event, bringing together the GHA’s annual Good Homes Conference and SEC’s Sustainability AM. Healthy Buildings Conference 2026. 26th February 2026 | 13:00-17:45 followed by drinks and networking until 19:30. 150 Holborn, London EC1N 2NS The ASBP is celebrating its 10th annual Healthy Buildings Conference! Highlights include: - A keynote talk from Professor Stephen Holgate, MRC Clinical Professor of Immunopharmacology, UKRI Clean Air Champion and Special Advisor to the RCP on Air Quality - Sessions with expert speakers on PFAS and POPS in construction products, WELL Building case studies, indoor air quality research at UoYork, and the health & wellbeing benefits of natural paints. - Speakers from Henning Larsen, Overbury, Introba, University of York, Environment Agency, Edward Bulmer Natural Paint and a panel discussion chaired by Simon Jones, host of the Air Quality Matters Podcast. - Drinks and networking with a spectacular view over London to celebrate our 10th conference!
December 7, 2025 at 9:38 AM
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asbpuk.bsky.social
Join us online today for a webinar by Stichting Agrodome with Prof Jim Glockling, co-author of the Mass Timber Insurance Playbook, as he presents on Fire Risks and Solutions in Mass Timber Buildings.

17 Dec 2025, @ 12:00 GMT (13:00 CET) online. Free to attend - asbp.org.uk/events/stich...
December 17, 2025 at 8:27 AM
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greenin.bsky.social
Huge congratulations to RECLAIM Network Plus on the launch of the Urban Greening ‘How-To’ Toolkit! Practical solutions for greener, resilient communities. Download the Urban Greening Toolkit: lnkd.in/e2fGXScU
December 12, 2025 at 10:50 AM
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ciatscotlandeast.bsky.social
If you missed Monday's Stone Futures 2 - Specifying Stone and Stone Bricks you can watch it here, or for those that were there you might want to watch again.

#CIAT #Technologist #Stone

Many thanks to Marcus Paine & Pierre Bidaud

youtu.be/P9fy9TPvFkI?...
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November 6, 2025 at 9:23 PM
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climatenews.bsky.social
Latest PBS Terra - Weathered episode is absolutely a must watch - extremely fast sea level rises are likely very soon!
You’re Not Worried Enough About Sea Level Rise
YouTube video by PBS Terra
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December 4, 2025 at 7:05 PM
debbieanadapta.bsky.social
Don’t miss these in-person conferences coming up in London. Spaces are limited. There’s an excellent line-up of speakers at both events. Check out the keynotes!

28 Jan 2026 @goodhomesalliance.bsky.social
goodhomes.org.uk/good-homes-b...

26 Feb 2026
@asbpuk.bsky.social
asbp.org.uk/healthybuild...
Good Homes - Beyond Net Zero​ 28 January 2026 | 09:00 - 17:00 | British Library Knowledge Centre, London, NW1 2DB Join the Good Homes Alliance and South East Consortium for a new and exciting joint networking and knowledge sharing event, bringing together the GHA’s annual Good Homes Conference and SEC’s Sustainability AM. Healthy Buildings Conference 2026. 26th February 2026 | 13:00-17:45 followed by drinks and networking until 19:30. 150 Holborn, London EC1N 2NS The ASBP is celebrating its 10th annual Healthy Buildings Conference! Highlights include: - A keynote talk from Professor Stephen Holgate, MRC Clinical Professor of Immunopharmacology, UKRI Clean Air Champion and Special Advisor to the RCP on Air Quality - Sessions with expert speakers on PFAS and POPS in construction products, WELL Building case studies, indoor air quality research at UoYork, and the health & wellbeing benefits of natural paints. - Speakers from Henning Larsen, Overbury, Introba, University of York, Environment Agency, Edward Bulmer Natural Paint and a panel discussion chaired by Simon Jones, host of the Air Quality Matters Podcast. - Drinks and networking with a spectacular view over London to celebrate our 10th conference!
December 7, 2025 at 9:38 AM
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keithharrison.bsky.social
Good praise for my gardening and #volunteer colleagues at @thebaytrust.bsky.social here. The dead hedge in our #GenerationRestoration area is coming along nicely, whilst the #PinesCalyx roof mowing reminds me I have a case study to send to @asbpuk.bsky.social soon! @unep.org
thebaytrust.bsky.social The Bay Trust @thebaytrust.bsky.social · Oct 29
Where would we be without our garden staff and volunteers?! Every week they come to #ThePinesGarden with the skills, energy and enthusiasm that makes all the difference.

And the best part? They're really fun to work with! 🌱
October 29, 2025 at 2:07 PM
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cisl.cam.ac.uk
📢We're pleased to announce a new project with RICS.

This collaboration aims to align CISL’s sustainability leadership expertise with RICS’ mission to achieve a built and natural environment that is sustainable, resilient and inclusive for all.

👉 ow.ly/EJPk50WG89L
August 14, 2025 at 4:26 PM
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greengaugebec.bsky.social
💡How do you retrofit a grade II listed 1930s Modernist gem?

Prewett Bizley has led a whole house retrofit of 'Kilowatt House'. Greengauge provided moisture risk analysis, building physics & building services.

https://prewettbizley.com/kilowatt-house-retrofit-of-a-listed-1930s-modernist-house/
October 21, 2025 at 6:00 AM
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housingforum.org.uk
The shortlist for Building Awards' Best Housing Project has been published - in partnership with The Housing Forum.

Creative design, clever use of challenging infill sites and impressive eco credentials - do take a look for inspiration on what can be achieved. www.building.co.uk/building-awa...
Building Awards 2025 shortlists: Housing Project of the Year
In a series celebrating the Building Awards finalists, we look at the shortlist for Housing Project of the Year, in partnership with The Housing Forum
www.building.co.uk
October 16, 2025 at 11:12 AM