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RIAS/PHT Workshop: How can we deliver a Scottish Passivhaus Equivalent?

Tuesday 16th April 2024, 14:30 - 17:00 (online)

Event description:

Join us for the RIAS/PHT Workshop on April 16th from 2:30 to 5:00 pm! Get ready for the launch of the Scottish Passivhaus Equivalent legislation in December 2024 with an expert panel representing diverse sectors of the industry, including clients, trainers, contractors, policy makers, and architects. Gain insights from case studies, engage in technical discussions, and participate in breakout sessions—all while networking with professionals across various fields. Don't miss this unique opportunity to prepare for the future of Passivhaus architecture in Scotland. Mark your calendars for an enriching and collaborative event!

Please note this could contribute towards the ARB 2024 mandatory requirement for CPD on ‘Environmental Sustainability’.

Schedule

14.30 – 14.35

14.35 – 14.40

14.40 – 15.10

Introduction, Part 1 - Chair, Tamsie Thomson, CEO, RIAS

Recap and Passivhaus Introduction, Sarah Lewis, Research & Policy Director, UK Passivhaus Trust

Architype Passivhaus Case Study - Jonathan Hines, Managing Director, Architype

15.10 – 15.20

Scottish Building Standards Division Update - Daniel Foulds, Building Standards Energy Policy Technical Lead

15.20 – 15.50

How can we deliver a Scottish Passivhaus equivalent? - Technical Panel discussion

  • Panel Introduction - Jonathan Hines

  • How certification could work (Section 6) - Matt Bridgestock, Managing Director, John Gilbert Architects

  • Supply chain and contractor capability - Allan Smith, Low Carbon Manager, Morrison Construction

  • Training & how to upscale it - Caitriona Jordan, Head of Retrofit Programmes, Built Environment Smarter Transformation

  • Costs - Sarah Lewis

  • Client, programme & quality - Fiona Clandillon, Head of Development, Midlothian Council

15.50 – 16.05

Panel Q&A

16.05 – 16.15

Tea break

16.15 – 16.20

16.20 – 16.40

Introduction, Part 2 - Chair, Tamsie Thomson, CEO, RIAS

Workshop - 6 breakout rooms led by Technical Panel

16.40 – 16.55

16.55 – 17.00

Round up and summary from each room

Part 2 Close and next steps - Chair, Tamsie Thomson, CEO, RIAS

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Technical Panel

Sarah Lewis - Research & Policy Director, UK Passivhaus Trust

Sarah, an architect and Passivhaus consultant, has played a pivotal role in many significant UK Passivhaus projects. Currently serving as the Research, Policy, and Education Director for the UK Passivhaus Trust, she ardently advocates for sustainable building practices and strives to diminish the environmental footprint of the UK built environment. Sarah was recognised in 2013 as one of the Top 20 Women in sustainable architecture by AJ. In 2018, she received the European Sustainability & Environmental Women of the Year award, highlighting her influential contributions to advancing low-energy architecture.

Jonathan Hines - Managing Director of Architype, Board member, UK Passivhaus Trust

Bio to be added shortly…

Daniel Foulds - Building Standards Energy Policy Technical Lead

Bio to be added shortly…

Matt Bridgestock – Managing Director, John Gilbert Architects

Bio to be added shortly…

Allan Smith - Low Carbon Manager, Morrison Construction

Bio to be added shortly…

Caitriona Jordan - Head of Retrofit Programmes, Built Environment Smarter Transformation

Bio to be added shortly…

Fiona Clandillon - Head of Development, Midlothian Council