Eco Workshop - Retrofit Eco Solutions - Sat 12th November 2011

Resident expert David Hilton will be accompanied by eco-consultant Tim Fenn

One of the most important eco issues that is relevant to a huge audience. what can be - practically and affordably - achieved in existing buildings to make them more energy-efficient? Many of us live in homes which we love, but leave a lot to be desired in terms of energy efficiency; the experts at this Eco Workshop will explain the options available to those interested in retrofitting eco technologies into their homes.

The Experts

About David Hilton: David frequently leads seminars, workshops and CPD lectures as well as eco and sustainability training on the self build courses at the National Self Build and Renovation Centre in Swindon.

He has completed various self builds in South Africa and renovations in the UK and has been involved in designing and installing Solar and heat pump systems since the early 1980s. On the technical side, he is Gassafe registered, an accredited installer of Ground Source and Air Source heat pumps and is currently undertaking an MSc Architecture: Advanced Energy and Environmental Studies.

About Tim Fenn: Tim is a Director of various companies which include P3Eco Ltd, created to fund and facilitate eco developments throughout the UK; Oakwood Builders & Joinery Ltd, which undertakes eco-refurbishments; and ECO2H2O - which focuses on the design and construction of high thermal mass, timber framed eco houses and recently won the Sustainability Award at the Camden Building Quality Awards 2009 for the eco refurbishment of a Victorian Terrace house.

In his role as Managing Director of Green Carbon Construction, a company formed to build new zero carbon homes and supply eco build projects, Tim has been responsible for building some of the first CSH Level 6 houses in the UK.

About John Doggart: John is Chairman of SEA the Sustainable Energy Academy, a charity dedicated to reducing carbon emissions from the built environment. The SEA "Old Home Superhome" campaign is helping to regenerate old housing into dwellings fit for the 21st Century. The charity has built up a network of 40 houses throughout the UK, all saving at least 60% of their carbon emissions and that are accessible to visitors to learn and be inspired; last year there were over 30,000 visitors. John is also co-founder of EHA the Existing Homes Alliance, and chairs the EHA Finance Working Group.
 

PLUS: The Green Team
Architect: Trevor Avery, LAPD Architects
SAP Assessor: Sue Dewhirst; Evolved Design
Environmental Building Systems Adviser: Ian Jones; Environmental Building Services
Project Management Expert: Charlie Laing; Charlie Laing Project Management
Eco Materials: Joe Wild, Ecomerchant

Eco Technologies Experts

SunSmart Energy, your local solar electricity experts, have offices in Winchester and Cheltenham, specialising in designing and installing solar photovoltaic (PV) systems.  Their experienced team offers some of the most advanced solar expertise to both domestic and business customers.

They pride themselves on using a variety of techniques to analyse your home, surroundings and requirements to provide you with the best possible solar PV system, and giving you the best return on your investment.

Nibe - Most people know that ground source energy saves you money. But did you know that you can actually reduce energy costs by up to 80%*? And what’s more, it’s easy to operate. NIBE offer an array or renewable techologies including Ground Source, Air Source and Exhaust Air Heat Pumps as well as their new Solar Thermal Panels specifically designed to work with Heat Pumps. Come and chat with the experts from NIBE to find out how to get full control over your heating. So you can easily manage your energy consumption, keep an eye on operating hours – or create completely individual, personal settings.
* compared to direct electricity.

Earth Save Products - Specializes in the provision of products and equipment that radically reduce the energy required to heat buildings or provide hot water. They are part of a company group that has been established for 30 years with an ongoing commitment to improve the environment in which we all live, for the present and the future generations. All of their products have been designed carefully over a number of years to deliver much improved efficiency, reduced cost in running and to be discrete and attractive. They have used tried and tested components that deliver reliability at the same time as being at the leading edge of heating/hot water technology.

The Seminars

10.00 - 10.30	Finding, Funding & Protecting Your Project	David Murphy
This first seminar of the day, sponsored by BuildStore - the Self Build & Renovation specialists, looks at how to find the ideal project, raise funds and protect your investment. The BuildStore team will also be available throughout the day to give you one-to-one advice on any of these subjects.

Permanent Exhibits

The National Self Build & Renovation Centre has been built on a scale previously unseen in the UK. Here you can walk through exhibits that explain - in exploded detail - every step of the self build and renovation processes. Trade Village The permanent exhibition area containing over 200 exhibitor stands, covering everything you'll need to undertake your project. Wolseley Building New! The Wolseley Building has four key zones; the Wolseley Theatre, a Bathstore Showroom, a Moores Kitchen Showroom and a builders merchant branch area where visitors can place orders! The house has numerous different products installed for visitors to see in situ; many of these are 'eco' products such as LED lighting, sun scoops, thermowood timber cladding, sheepswool insulation and others. Educational Journey A fully guided audio tour taking you round a fantastic selection of life-sized exhibits, featuring cutaways of groundworks, foundations, walls, roofs and more. If you're considering self building then don't miss this! Renovation House Take a walk through the front doors of this full-size renovation project and see the house come to life before your eyes. The audio guide explains every step of the process to give you a deeper understanding of what a renovation project entails. Potton Show House Full of character and the latest technology, this show home is an inspiration to self builders, no matter what your tastes. Outdoor Living Zone New! Everything you could need to finish off the exterior of your home, from hard landscaping to living roofs, to the Potton Zone Studios. Design Centre Browse through hundreds of designs and get ideas for your own home. Finance Zone Speak to our specially trained self build & renovation finance advisors to find the best way of funding your project. PlotSearch Search thousands of plots and renovation projects across the country, the first step to building your dream home! TradeCard Chat to our TradeCard advisors and learn how to save £1000s on materials. Experts A selection of experts are based in the Centre on a permanent basis to speak to you about your particular project and answer any questions you may have about self build, renovation, planning, design, project management and so on.

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