Category: Article

PDP London Architect Holly Harrington sets out the steps that she believes would enable the transformation of our existing high streets and surrounding hubs towards the 15 minute city, a concept which encourages healthier and more balanced lifestyles.

Laura O’Hagan, Director at Buckley Gray Yeoman, explains how the masterplan for the Woodford Green Prep School responds not only to the needs of the school, but benefits the wider community.

How is Scotland driving forward its knowledge economy as it aims to reach net carbon zero? Brian Conley, Head of Inward Delivery, Scottish Development International discusses some of the projects and opportunities across the country.

Kelcie Sellers, Analyst at Savills, considers the impact of COVID-19 on London’s media and film industries, and the importance of  the creative sectors as a whole in driving a knowledge-based economy. 

Professor Judy Raper, Dean and CEO at TEDI-London, highlights the role of universities in enriching local communities and disseminating knowledge via TEDI-London’s active involvement in Canada Water’s redevelopment with British Land.

‘We will launch our new climate and ecological emergency strategy in January 2021’ — Climate Action Programme Manager, Jo Mortensen, shares Ealing’s initiatives to become carbon neutral by 2030.

‘Real estate is now realising that net zero carbon requires systemic change, not just tinkering around the edges’ — JLL’s Emma Hoskyn explains why taking bold action is needed.

Kas Mohammed, VP at Schneider Electric, examines how Internet of Things energy management systems can be used to create sustainable commercial buildings of the future.

How is sustainability rated and evaluated? Derek Wilson, Head of Sustainability at Transport for London, observes the different rating systems at an organisational and development level.

Raheela Khan-Fitzgerald, Hawkins\Brown, sets the scene by asking us to imagine a ‘what if’ scenario where materials have passports, highlighting the value of reusing buildings materials.