Join our 2-hour virtual conference to understand the scale and opportunities available for retrofitting traditional, historic and heritage buildings.

What is this conference about? 

Almost one in five buildings in the UK were built before 1919. In Scotland alone, there are over 47,000 traditionally constructed buildings. Improving the energy efficiency of these historic structures is essential if we’re to meet national carbon reduction targets.

Retrofitting these buildings poses a unique challenge - how do we enhance performance while preserving their historic character? But the opportunity is equally significant. Retrofit can drive down emissions, reduce fuel poverty, and create healthier, more resilient living and working environments.

At this conference, you’ll hear from Historic Environment Scotland and BE-ST about the current landscape and what’s needed to deliver change. You’ll also gain insights from organisations leading by example on live projects, including:

• The University of Glasgow’s Climate Neutral Estate Project looking at how the University is safeguarding heritage buildings, the sustainability and carbon savings through retrofit and the wider benefits for wellbeing and learning on the campus. 

• Clark Contracts' experience retrofitting historic buildings, including their deep retrofit of the BE-ST campus in Blantyre.

• Glasgow Women’s Library’s inspiring journey to become the first operational net zero museum in Scotland by 2030, unlocking more investment in community value.

Panellists will explore how we scale retrofit in the historic sector, the critical skills required, and the economic, environmental and commercial benefits at stake.

What will I achieve? 

By attending this virtual conference, you will:  

• Understand the scale and opportunities available for retrofitting traditional and historic buildings 

• Discover how the value chain can tap into the development of traditional skills, boosting the low carbon economy 

• Understand the skills required to undertake specialised treatments 

• Gain insight into sustainable materials and compliant practices for historic and traditional buildings

• Learn from the approaches of live projects in Scotland 

Who will I hear from? 

• Caitriona Jordan, BE-ST

• Roddy Yarr, University of Glasgow

• Anna Norvik, Glasgow Women’s Library

• Moses Jenkins, Historic Environment Scotland

• Gerry Cummins, Clark Contracts

Who is this conference suited for? 

Ideal for architects, designers, contractors, suppliers and School members working to decarbonise and embrace circularity in the built environment.