Passionately supporting decarbonisation, skills and diversity in the built environment. Deputy CEO @BE_STbuild Board Chair @SLCek. Member @YoungAcademySco
Joined May 2012
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15 Nov 2022
Our recent annual impact report highlights our contribution @BE_STbuild to transforming our built environment. It's a privilege to work with our industry, college, university, and public sector partners as we accelerate our transition to net zero. canva.com/design/DAFMwoJFoqk…
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Douglas Morrison retweeted
Do you know an organisation boosting green skills in areas which are being deployed to scale zero carbon construction? Have a look at applying for the Green Skills Award 👇
📆 Applications close 15 September 2023
🏆 Green Skills Award: bit.ly/3D2dggF
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14 Mar 2023
Hugely excited about this. Recommended listen for anyone with an interest in decarbonising our built environment.
We’re bringing our podcast back! Come on the journey with us as we explore how the industry is changing and bettering itself as we Accelerate to Zero.
Tune in tomorrow to hear John Christopher, @zerocarbonhouse, chat about Retrofit Balsall Heath.
🎧 bit.ly/3yCjilR
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18 Feb 2023
An important reflection on the tension between progressive climate action and existing legal structures. Huge admiration for the judge’s pragmatism and compassion. We really need to fix the system.
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5 Jan 2023
Brilliant opportunity to lead @ColDevNet at a pivotal time for the college sector in Scotland. Closing date 22nd January. cdn.ac.uk/jobs/
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6 Dec 2022
Fascinating insights into the positive impact of investment in college education in Scotland. Publishing data transparently enables us all to make better informed decisions and focus on areas for improvement. gov.scot/binaries/content/do…
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6 Dec 2022
I feel very privileged to contribute to college education through my role @SLCek. It’s not possible for me to overstate the importance of supporting our colleges to keep delivering transformative experiences for learners. Socio-economic argument for enhancing investment is clear
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28 Nov 2022
We @BE_STbuild are super keen to hear from businesses looking to innovate systems, products and processes. Our state of the art factory provides access to technologies that improve quality, performance and efficiency. If you're interested in finding out how to access get in touch
What BE-ST does – fact #3
We give industry access to state-of-the art equipment and technologies in our Innovation Factory, including industrial robotics, the UK’s only CLT vacuum press, and insulation and offsite lines.
Read more: be-st.build/news/what-be-st-…
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28 Nov 2022
Great (free) opportunity to learn about technology and innovation management with @OUFreeLearning Whilst innovation can be challenging, there are systems and processes that provide structure, reduce risk & maximise value. Recommend checking out @BE_STbuild @ScotFundCouncil
28 Nov 2022
🆕 Happy Monday OpenLearners! We're starting the week with a brand new course 🆕
🏙️ Innovation drives economic growth. In 'Introducing technology and innovation management' you'll explore product inventions like #Tesla and the process of creating value:
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25 Nov 2022
🧵1/4 It's been a big week for net zero built environment publications focusing on public/education sector. The @ScotFundCouncil started by publishing a brilliant net zero and sustainability framework for action... sfc.ac.uk/net-zero/net-zero-…
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25 Nov 2022
🧵3/4 @BE_STbuild & @turnertownsend then published this handy guide sharing the top 10 tips for construction companies looking to get to net zero... be-st.build/media/tlwb5avq/1…
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25 Nov 2022
🧵4/4 Aligning strategic intent to practical and actionable guidance creates an environment in which we can all collaborate and invest with a greater degree of confidence and with common outcomes aligned to a shared vision. Can feel positive momentum building. Happy Friday :-)
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24 Nov 2022
Really useful toolkit on supporting a wellbeing economy through place based economic policy and strategy development. Vital aspect of transition to net zero. The toolkit approach will help many with complex decisions to take. @BE_STbuild gov.scot/publications/wellbe…
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22 Nov 2022
Brilliant day @SRP_engineering conference yesterday. Steve Petrie and Sean Smith outlined scale of global infrastructure opportunity & need to be comfortable with rapid constant change. Great to see world leading research from Scotland’s universities @ScotFundCouncil @BE_STbuild
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17 Nov 2022
Newly published report into 'Greening the UK's skills' by @BACHFEConstruct & @NOCNGroup considers big changes in the construction sector. Lots of interesting reflections and good to see ambitious views presented. nocn.org.uk/Data/Landing_Dow…
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17 Nov 2022
The new @SLCek website looks fantastic. Packed with opportunities for individuals and businesses and great to see such a wide range of wider support on offer. Definitely worth visiting slc.ac.uk/ #ChooseCollege @BE_STbuild @ColDevNet @CollegesScot @ScotFundCouncil
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16 Nov 2022
Pleased to see the publication of @scotgov Heat in Buildings Supply Chain Delivery Plan. Bringing a cohesive framework to support collaboration between government and industry partners is essential to reduce risk and maximise opportunity. gov.scot/publications/heat-b… @BE_STbuild
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15 Nov 2022
Opportunity to join our team at @BE_STbuild and support our transition to a net zero built environment. Adopting modern methods of construction has transformative potential and we are looking for ambitious, aspirational and inspiring candidates to support our journey.
We're looking for a new Impact Manager to join the Modern Methods of Construction (MMC) Programme team.
📃 Applications close 22 Nov: bit.ly/3Agq7us
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14 Nov 2022
It was a huge privilege to contribute to the @SLCek graduation ceremony. A celebration of students, staff and supporters and a reminder of the outstanding role that colleges play in our society. Congratulations again to all graduands. #ChooseCollege
12 Nov 2022
Our Graduation 2022 photos are now live to view 😍🎓
View them all ⤵️
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