In this special year-end episode of The Building Sustainably Podcast, hosts Ben, Emily, and James revisit the most impactful discussions from Series 2. From innovative approaches to community engagement and biodiversity net gain to crucial conversations about concrete's carbon footprint and ESG strategies, this episode captures the industry's journey towards a more sustainable future.

In this episode of The Building Sustainably Podcast, Mike Leonard, CEO of Building Alliance, joins Ben Stockdale to discuss the critical transition to net zero in the construction industry. They explore the challenges of building safety, the importance of educating consumers about new technologies, the role of net zero neighborhoods, and the need for skilled labor in the evolving landscape of sustainable housing.

In this episode of The Building Sustainably Podcast, Tunde Agoro, Director of ESG and Sustainable Business at RPS, joins James Bowman to delve into the evolving landscape of ESG practices and the critical role of sustainability in organizations. Tunde shares how ESG went from add-on to business essential, effective approaches to kickstart your ESG strategy or career, and the role of AI in enhancing ESG efforts.

In this episode of The Building Sustainably Podcast, Martin Scott, Senior Director at RPS, joins Ben Stockdale to explore the intersection of the British bird population and renewable energy development. Martin discusses how the industry has evolved to address the impact of wind turbines, the role of advanced technology in site assessments, and the balance between renewable energy expansion and wildlife conservation.

In this episode of The Building Sustainably Podcast, Chris Patmore and Jonathan Morley, Technical Directors at RPS, join Emily McGee to unpack the sequential testing in flood risk assessment. They discuss the evolution of sequential testing from the Flood and Water Management Act, its legal implications, and practical applications in flood risk management. Chris and Jonathan also share real-world case studies that highlight the importance of collaboration among engineers, planners, and local authorities.

In this episode of The Building Sustainably Podcast, host Emily McGee speaks with John Clayton, Senior Director at RPS, and Rachel Thompson, Sustainability Coordinator at RPS, to explore the role of whole life cycle carbon assessments (WLCAs) in reducing the carbon footprint of industrial buildings. They look into the significance of assessing carbon emissions at every stage of a building's life—from design to demolition—and how industry standards like the RICS framework guide these assessments. Don’t miss out on this vital investigation into how WLCAs can bring about a greener future and tune in now!

In this episode of The Building Sustainably Podcast, Conall Boland, Sustainability Lead at RPS Europe, joins James Bowman to dive into the transformative role of green concrete in reducing the carbon footprint of the construction industry. They discuss why concrete is a major contributor to carbon emissions, Ireland's plan toward low-carbon concrete and sustainable construction, and how smart procurement can transform concrete standards.

In this episode of The Building Sustainably Podcast, Mike Barker, Operational Director of Ecology at RPS Group, joins James Bowman to explore the role of green roofs in achieving Biodiversity Net Gain (BNG) targets in urban areas. They discuss how the 10% biodiversity uplift rule is shaping development across England, what is involved in planning and maintaining effective green roof developments, why every developer should start early when integrating biodiversity and ecological considerations into their design, and the future of Biodiversity Net Gain.

In this episode of The Building Sustainably Podcast, Chris Trunkfield, Senior Design Executive at Moda, joins Ben Stockdale to explore the critical role of environmental, social, and governance (ESG) strategies in sustainable development, including some key trends that shape ESG in construction and Moda's approach to sustainability.

Welcome to The Building Sustainably Podcast by RPS. Sustainable, resilient development demands a new approach to how we plan, design and build. With change comes both challenge and opportunity, and we invite you to join us as we explore real-life case studies and offer practical guidance. From meeting evolving regulation to shaping best practice, this is the podcast that gets backstage access to some of the most exciting, future-ready schemes across the built environment. This podcast is brought to you by RPS. We are a team of consultants, designers, planners, engineers, project managers, and technical specialists; focused on delivering projects that matter in urbanisation, natural resources, and sustainability. Search for “The Building Sustainably Podcast” in Apple Podcasts, Spotify and wherever else you get your podcasts. Click on the Follow icon to make sure you don’t miss an episode. On behalf of the team here at RPS, thanks for listening.

Welcome to an exciting episode of "Building Sustainably: The Road to Net Zero." Today, we embark on a journey through some of the most enlightening and influential moments shared by our esteemed guests. In their discussions, they provided invaluable insights and actionable guidance on the process of defining, designing, and effectively managing net zero projects and programs.

In this episode of Building sustainably: the road to net zero, Dr. Roddy Yarr, Executive Lead of Sustainability at the University of Strathclyde, joins Chris Lavery to share his strategy for developing and delivering initiatives to address the university’s position on net zero, including the £20m Combined Heating and Power scheme project he successfully delivered at the main campus and his role in the Glasgow City Innovation District.

In this episode of Building sustainably: the road to net zero, Simon Bourke, Building Services Lead UK and Healthcare Lead at RPS, joins Chris Lavery to discuss the challenge of retrofitting an existing building stock to achieve net zero carbon and how to balance investment with cost and operational disruption to reduce carbon emissions in hospitals.

In this episode of Building sustainably: the road to net zero, Maggie Bosanquet, Low Carbon Economic Development Team Leader at Durham County Council, joins Chris Lavery to discuss Durham County's sustainability strategy and climate change initiatives.

In this episode of Building sustainably: the road to net zero, Liz Brown, Senior Project Manager at RPS Group, joins Chris Lavery to discuss the successful retrofitting of Park Hill in Sheffield City, a project that focuses on sustainability and retentionist strategy.

In this episode of Building sustainably: the road to net zero, Phil Marsden, Director of Project Management at Muse Developments, joins Chris Lavery to discuss how Muse Developments sets a new standard for sustainable development.

In this episode of Building sustainably: the road to net zero, Jon Daley, Asset Sustainability and Data Manager at Magenta Living, joins Chris Lavery to share successful retrofit strategies to achieve vibrant homes, lives, and neighbourhoods.

In this episode of Building sustainably: the road to net zero, Sean Hanson, Chief Executive Officer of IMPOWER Consulting, joins Chris Lavery to share how behavioural science can be the answer to solving complex social and climate problems.

In this episode of Building sustainably: the road to net zero, Jonas Hamann, Head of Business Development at Danfoss, joins Chris Lavery to share the technology behind an innovative, reliable, and green heating solution for buildings.

Welcome to Building sustainably: the road to net zero, a podcast by RPS. We host in-depth discussions with the UK’s leading experts, covering how to best navigate the various stages of the project lifecycle for owners and operators of large property estates on the road to achieving Net Zero by 2050. Building sustainably: the road to net zero is brought to you by RPS. To find out more about RPS and how we can help you deliver projects that matter in urbanisation, natural resources, and sustainability, visit RPSgroup dot com. And then make sure to search for “Building sustainably: the road to net zero” in Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and Google Podcasts and click follow so you don’t miss any future episodes. On behalf of the team here at RPS, thanks for listening.