Our new Webinar System in the Bright Suite has now successfully been installed by GVAV Audio Visual Solutions and we are looking forward to developing a programme of workshops and conference for a much wider audience. For more information about who we are and what we do, please visit https://csbt.org.uk/about/ This project is part-funded by the…
We are inviting members of the Cornish community to “Build Your Future with our FREE online learning modules”. We are excited to offer a range of free online learning modules that cover the basics of sustainable construction and renewable energy. Our aim, as part of the Skills Store Project, is to inspire and encourage individuals to…
Progress update on the Green Build Hub, M&E installation started onsite, Rationel timber framed triple glazed windows delivered to site, students and training taking place in the hub already and the revealing of the large space. Its been a very busy month for our contractors and progress is moving quickly, the walls are now lined…
Nicole from CSBT had a very interesting visit to the offices of Hoare Lea in Plymouth on Thursday 12th February to attend a Sustainability Workshop. Hoare Lea are consulting engineers specialising in Mechanical and Electrical areas of construction, and are working with CSBT on the Green Build Hub. The workshop was presented by Ashley Bateson,…
Progress update on the Green Build Hub, Scaffolding finished, Roof watertight, Wall sensors installed and a site visit from Nick Boles MP, its all go! Insulation has arrived on-site ready for installation to help the Green Build Hub reach its U-values and BREEAM credits. We are launching our fit-out competition for the Green Build Hub…
Advantages of using Thermal imaging in association with air-tightness Rachel Simpkins from South West Air Energy & director of Sustain Cornwall will be sharing the advantages of thermal imaging assessments and air-tightness of buildings. Jason Jarvis a chartered architect, board trustee of CSBT & director of Sustain Cornwall has deigned and built ‘Hillstone’. He scooped Highly Commended in the sustainability…
We have had 4 full time Wood Occupations Level 1 students from Cornwall College St Austell, on a one day a week, 4 week, work experience placement here at CSBT. Modern Methods of Construction (MMC) are a growing option for the construction industry, moving away from traditional building methods. It is essential that here at…
In January we are planning to host a CPD event on Air Tightness and Thermal Imaging, please watch this space for further details The outline plan is to have a brief presentation on why airtightness is important, and then introduce methods of identifying leakage including thermal imaging and its benefits in identifying leakage areas along…
