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Conversations with Changing Streams Sources and Uses of Plastic in Construction

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Conversations with Changing Streams: Sources and Uses of Plastic in Construction

Catch up on the second of our monthly webinars hosted by Brendon Kenny. Were we explored the sources and uses of plastics within the construction sector with our guest speakers Chloe Bullock of Materialise Interiors, Lara Young of Costain, Professor Andrew Thomas and Daniel Evans of Reelbrands. The post Conversations with Changing Streams: Sources and Uses of Plastic in Construction appeared first on Changing Streams.

todayAugust 4, 2021

CONVERSATIONS WITH CHANGING STREAMS – PART 1 PLASTIC FREE JULY SPECIAL

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Conversations with Changing Streams – Part 1 Plastic Free July Special

In June we hosted our first Conversations with Changing Streams event. This was the first in a series of webinars we will be hosting throughout the year where we will bring together leading experts in education, environment and climate to discuss the impact of plastics.  These events will provide our audience with an opportunity to […] The post Conversations with Changing Streams – Part 1 Plastic Free July Special appeared […]

todayJuly 20, 2021

The implications of plastic pollution as seen by oceanographer and Changing Streams Co-Founder and Director Professor Jonathan Sharples

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The implications of plastic pollution as seen by oceanographer and Changing Streams Co-Founder and Director Professor Jonathan Sharples

A healthy ocean is fundamental to our existence. That is not hyperbole – life on our planet is fundamentally dependent on having a healthy ocean. When we think about what a healthy ocean provides for us, the focus is understandably on fish. Certainly, fish are a vital source of food for people, but a healthy […] The post The implications of plastic pollution as seen by oceanographer and Changing Streams […]

todayJuly 16, 2021

Can a Passivhaus change your life Residents at Wootton Wawen tell us-1

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Can a Passivhaus change your life? Residents at Wootton Wawen tell us

I have asthma and am sensitive to my environment so I have been thinking about what life might be like if I were to live in a Passivhaus. Right now I frequently have to use my inhaler and am also suffering from skin problems. I believe these are all related to my very sensitive system and the building materials used in our current home. So recently while researching this issue, […]

todayJuly 15, 2021

Economy

Episode Eight: Understand Mixed Reality and its Commercial Uses Easily with Architect, James Lee Burgess

20th July 2021: Release Date Understand Mixed Reality and its Commercial Uses Easily with Architect, James Lee Burgess. Pete The Builder Discusses the Huge Challenge of the Rising Costs of Materials Architect, James Lee Burgess, explains what is Mixed Reality in an accessible way. If you are hoping to understand MR this is an easy way to absorb it. James, who is super enthusiastic about Mixed Reality along with mentoring, […]

todayJuly 13, 2021

Bristol & Bath Regional Capital Twitter Post

Cities

Bristol & Bath Regional Capital make it onto NatWest’s Top 100 UK Social Enterprises 2021

In a stunning web presentation over at The Pioneer Post, Top 100 UK social enterprises revealed: NatWest SE100 2021. The top 100 includes British social enterprises that range from sustainable neighbourhoods to food that fights loneliness, to clothing brands and community cafés. Constructive Voices is covering those that relate to construction, place, community and sustainability in a series of news features. Bristol & Bath Regional Capital make it onto NatWest's […]

todayJuly 9, 2021

New Podcast Platform, Constructive Voices Pushing The Boundaries In The Construction Industry

Environment

Ireland’s favourite TV builder, Peter Finn, talks about The Green Scene in Ireland

Climate change has undoubtedly been one of the most pressing matters in recent years. And whether you’re an ordinary citizen or a top conglomerate, every single positive action matters. In this episode of Constructive Voices, Pete the Builder talks to Steve Randall and talks about Ireland’s Green Scene- specifically, the green revolution that has taken over the construction industry. These days, most millennials and Gen Zers lead an eco-conscious lifestyle. […]

todayJune 28, 2021

Michael Parkinson University of Liverpool

Cities

Episode Five: Prof. Michael Parkinson. C.B.E. speaks about the proposed Everton football stadium project

8th June 2021: Professor Michael Parkinson. C.B.E. speaks about the proposed Everton football stadium project. Pete The Builder talks to Steve about The Green Scene in Ireland. Talking to top journalist and presenter, Henry McDonald. Prof. Michael Parkinson delivers a superb interview that investigates the proposed Everton stadium project as well as delving into Liverpool's regeneration. This exceptional interview is followed by a very interesting look at The Green Scene […]

todayJune 7, 2021

Constructive Lives changing Streams Neal Maxwell

Apprenticeships

Episode Two: 20th April 2021: Can we achieve zero plastic in construction by 2040? Plus top health consultant, Jennie Armstrong, pushes for a prevention attitude

Can we achieve zero plastic in construction by 2040? Plus top health consultant, Jennie Armstrong, pushes for a prevention attitude Coming up on this episode of Constructive Voices, Henry MacDonald has been looking into a big topic for the industry, plastic waste. How can we cut down on using plastic? What alternatives are there? And why should we be bothered about it anyway? Pete the Builder Is back to share […]

todayMay 5, 2021

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