24 May, 2016
Posted by: Geoff Davis In: architecture|Climate change|Energy|Green Eco Building|Solar power|Zero carbon
Cherwell District Council have opened a large scale zero carbon development, due for completeion in 20131. This has 400 completed properties with an estimate of 6000 by the end. There is also a school and 250 care homes.
09 Dec, 2011
Posted by: Geoff Davis In: architects|architecture|building|Building materials|Climate change|DIY tips|do it yourself|Energy|exhibition|Exhibitions and Shows|green|Green Eco Building|Green roof|Green Transport|Housing|Insulation|Light and Lighting|Recycling|show|Solar devices|Solar power|solares|Sustainable power|Timber building|water|Wind turbine power|Windows
Ecobuild 2012 is sponsored by Schuco, who make solar power and heat (thermal) systems, glass, facades, etc. Ecobuild claims to be the world’s biggest event for sustainable design, construction and the built environment – although that claim doesn’t sound very ‘eco’. Bigger? I though Small is Beautiful. Anyway… This show is focussing on “new eco […]
02 Nov, 2011
Posted by: Geoff Davis In: Government Schemes|regulations|Renewable energy|Solar devices|Solar power|solares|Sustainable power
This is to update the blog about the companies that fit solar PV panels for free. The Conservative Government is reducing the FIT rate by half from December 12th 2011. Any solar PV panels installed and also registered with an energy company will qualify. So it is no good booking it in as the waiting […]
01 Nov, 2011
Posted by: Geoff Davis In: Buildings|Energy|Government Schemes|Green Eco Building|Housing|Renewable energy|roofing|Solar devices|Solar power|solares
Like many households in Britain, we have received leaflets through our door about fitting free PV (photovoltaic) solar panels, with free use of the generated electricity. This sounds too good to be true as even a small system can cost well over £10,000 so what is the deal? Is it a scam? How does it […]
11 Jul, 2011
Posted by: Geoff Davis In: course|diy|DIY tips|do it yourself|Education|exhibition|Exhibitions and Shows|green|Green Eco Building|Green roof|Housing|Insulation
Exhibition and Advice on Feed-In Tariffs and Renewable Heat Incentives Location: The National Self Build & Renovation Centre, off M4 in Swindon When: Saturday 16th July 2011 10.00am to 5pm Tickets are free in advance Find out about recent Government changes to tariffs, ratings etc. Many experts will be there including David Hilton and reps […]
23 Jun, 2011
Posted by: Geoff Davis In: architects|building|Buildings|diy|DIY tips|do it yourself|Education|exhibition|Exhibitions and Shows|Housing|Learning|materials|refurbishment|regulations|remodeling|Renewable energy|renovation|show
This weekend in Esher, Surrey, exhibition for all DIY and Builders. Make the most of this weekend and the most of your home at The Homebuilding & Renovating Show, Surrey! When? THIS Weekend! Join us Saturday 10am – 5pm & Sunday 10am – 4.30pm Where? A venue close to home: Sandown Park Race Course, Esher […]
24 May, 2011
Posted by: Geoff Davis In: building|Building materials|Buildings|BuildStore|course|diy|DIY tips|do it yourself|refurbishment|remodeling|renovation
Self Build & Renovation Workshops at the National Centre in Swindon. Workshops on renovation, DIY, remodeling, building for amateurs. There are Masterclasses and also open format Ask the Experts sessions. Masterclasses are on: 9.30 to 10.15 am Walking Tours – Self Build & Renovation These are on all day and comprise an expert walking and […]
25 Mar, 2011
Posted by: Geoff Davis In: building|Building materials|Buildings|BuildStore|construcción|diy|DIY tips|do it yourself|Education|exhibition|Exhibitions and Shows|Green Eco Building|refurbishment|remodeling|renovation
On 16th – 17th April 2011 is another exciting event at The National Self Build & Renovation Centre in Swindon, off the M4 junction 16. Coming soon, 3 weeks away, this event is a practical guide to what to do to renovate, refurbish and generally spring build your home. With 200 exhibitors, many workshops and […]
24 Feb, 2011
Posted by: Geoff Davis In: Bamboo material|building|Building materials|Buildings|construcción|diy|DIY tips|do it yourself|garden|Gardens|green|Green Eco Building|Housing|Insulation|Interior decoration|materials|refurbishment|remodeling|renovation|roofing|Timber building|Tools
News here is that we adding a big new section on how to buy wholesale supplies and wholesale products for all aspects of building and construction. We think that DIY and small time and amateur builders should also benefit from cheap and low cost building supplies. Already suppliers like Wickes, B&Q and Homebase, Home Depot […]
28 Jan, 2011
Posted by: Geoff Davis In: architecture|Exhibitions and Shows|green|Green Eco Building|Green roof|Housing|Insulation|Planning|Skills|Sustainable power|Timber building|water|Wind turbine power
Ecobuild 2011 is fast approaching on Tuesday 1 March to Thursday 3 March. This is great for DIY people and builders to get the latest Green Building and Sustainable techniques, have a great day out, and learn some new things from the lectures and seminars. Attraction in the lecture series are: Human rights campaigner – […]
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