Podcasts about retrofit

Send us Fan Mail✈️ Lufthansa baut Allegris weiter aus: Mehr Boeing 787 in Frankfurt, neue Strecken nach Dallas, Nairobi & Mumbai und inzwischen über 20 Flugzeuge mit neuer Kabine im Einsatz. Doch trotz neuer First & Business Class bleibt die große Frage: Warum geht der Retrofit der Bestandsflotte so langsam voran?Wir schauen auf den aktuellen Stand der Lufthansa Allegris First Class, Business Class und Premium Economy – inklusive neuer Strecken, Flottenentwicklung, Dreamliner-News und den nächsten Ausbauplänen für 2026.

Host Bryant Hughes sits down with Mick Dunn, Technical Support Specialist at Armstrong Ceilings and Ian Gumbert, Facility Manager at Armstrong's Lancaster headquarters, to explore how PCM (phase change material) ceilings are changing the way buildings manage thermal comfort. They break down the science behind phase change materials, explain how PCM ceilings can mimic the thermal mass of concrete at a lower weight and cost, and share real-world examples of how the technology has reduced temperature-related occupant complaints while lowering energy use and limiting manual HVAC adjustments. Timestamps: 00:00 Introduction 02:58 Thermal Mass and PCM Basics 08:07 Comfort Wins and Complaints 10:15 Where PCM Works Best 12:05 HVAC Scheduling and Controls 14:03 Sponsor Break 14:56 Testing and Demand Savings 17:34 Energy Modeling Tools 18:59 Retrofit and Installation 22:14 Tax Credits and Payback 23:41 Misconceptions 25:25 Conclusion Connect with Us:LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/ifmaFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/InternationalFacilityManagementAssociation/Twitter: https://twitter.com/IFMAInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/ifma_hq/YouTube: https://youtube.com/ifmaglobalVisit us at https://ifma.org

Want to lower your energy bills but don't know where to start? In this first episode of our new retrofit series, Phil Spencer sits down with Daniel from Vibrant Energy Matters to answer the question everyone's asking: what actually is retrofit, and why does it matter to you as a homeowner? They break down what it really means to make your home energy efficient (spoiler: it's not about ripping your whole house apart), why it's become such a hot topic in 2026, and what's holding so many homeowners back from making improvements. They also look at why UK homes are such big contributors to carbon emissions, the financial benefits of investing in your property's energy efficiency, and the single most important step you should take before making any changes. What's been holding you back from making your home more energy efficient? Let us know in the comments! We want this series to reflect real homeowners so please do share your retrofit experiences, questions, and home upgrade stories in the comments. Your input will help shape future episodes and support others on the same journey!

We are joined by Ian Pritchett of Greencore Homes to talk about his science-based approach to green building and the work that has led him from developing green building materials becoming the co-founder of a vertically-integrated developer and house builder.There's a lot of history and legacy to cover because Ian has been in the green building game for decades and it's this that has informed the approach being taken right now.Greencore is also challenging the Passive House Institute about the accuracy of its PHPP (passive house planning package) modelling software because their homes outperform the model's predictions because of their use of phase-change materials.Be warned, this is nerd business—Jeff gets to interrogate the build up specification—but it doesn't get too technical to be able to follow the thread.Notes from the showThe Greencore Homes website Ian Pritchett on LinkedIn A PH+ article about Neil May**SOME SELF-PROMOTING CALLS TO ACTION**We don't actually earn anything from this podcast, and it's quite a lot of work, so we have to promote the day jobs.Follow us on the Zero Ambitions LinkedIn page (we still don't have a proper website)Jeff and Dan about Zero Ambitions Partners (the consultancy) for help with positioning and communications strategy, customer/user research and engagement strategy, carbon calculations and EPDs – we're up to all sortsSubscribe and advertise with Passive House Plus (UK edition here too)Check Lloyd Alter's Substack: Carbon UpfrontJoin ACANJoin the AECB Join the IGBCCheck out Her Retrofit Space, the renovation and retrofit platform for women**END OF SELF-PROMOTING CALLS TO ACTION**   

An airhacks.fm conversation with Manik Surtani (@maniksurtani) about: programming on the BBC Micro with Basic and writing a Trojan horse, GW BASIC and Turbo Pascal on PC, Space Invaders-style games, C++ neural network simulating bat learning behavior at university, PHP e-commerce startup Silk Road Software competing with Intershop in the late 1990s, multi-tenant web shops for UK customers, the dot-com crash and startup failure, first Java job building Virgin Atlantic online check-in and airport kiosks on WebLogic and Oracle, demonstrating a JBoss and MySQL and Linux open source stack to the Virgin Atlantic CTO, contributing to JGroups at the Financial Times and meeting Bela Ban, JBoss Cache tree structure limitations and concurrency issues, rewriting JBoss Cache into Infinispan as a HashMap-based distributed cache, removing reflection overhead and pluggable serialization with Protocol Buffers support, the Hot Rod client-server protocol, joining Square via Bob Lee to migrate a Ruby on Rails monolith to Java microservices for Starbucks payments, multi-DC high availability architecture with red-green deployments, shutting down the Rails monolith with zero downtime using double writes and gradual traffic migration, Block as a polyglot environment with Java and Kotlin and Ruby and Go and python, the Head of Open Source role at Block and establishing an Open Source Programs Office, inner sourcing practices, co-designing gRPC with Google, building and open-sourcing Goose as a coding agent predating Claude Code and Codex, co-designing MCP with Anthropic, founding the Agentic AI Foundation with Anthropic and OpenAI and AWS and Google and Microsoft and Cloudflare and Bloomberg, Block Open Source projects including OkHttp and OkIO and Retrofit, LLMs generating better code with type-safe compiled languages like Java, grounding LLMs against Jakarta EE APIs to reduce hallucinations, Block business units including Square, Cash App, Afterpay and Tidal Manik Surtani on twitter: @maniksurtani

Tesla held its quarterly earnings call for Q1 2026, and we got a big update on Tesla's plan to upgrade the Hardware 3 cars for people that paid for FSD. Plus: we now have a better idea of when to expect the upcoming v14 "Lite" release for HW3 and the next-gen Roadster reveal, and more! Watch Jason Cammisa's Model S video here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=IwnJzP0TlCk  If you enjoy the podcast and would like to support my efforts, please check out my Patreon at https://www.patreon.com/teslapodcast and consider a monthly or (10% discounted!) annual pledge. Every little bit helps, and you can support for just $5 per month. And there are stacking bonuses in it for you at each pledge level, like early access to each episode at the $5 tier and the weekly Lightning Round bonus mini-episode (AND the early access!) at the $10 tier! And NO ADS at every Patreon tier! Also, don't forget to leave a message on the Ride the Lightning hotline anytime with a question, comment, or discussion topic for next week's show! The toll-free number to call is 1-888-989-8752. INTERESTED IN A FLEXIBLE EXTENDED WARRANTY FOR YOUR TESLA? Be a part of the future of transportation with XCare, the first extended warranty designed & built exclusively for EV owners, by EV owners. Use the code Lightning to get $100 off their "One-time Payment" option! Go to www.xcelerateauto.com/xcare to find the extended warranty policy that's right for you and your Tesla. P.S. Get 15% off your first order of awesome aftermarket Tesla accessories at AbstractOcean.com by using the code RTLpodcast at checkout. Grab the SnapPlate front license plate bracket for any Tesla at https://everyamp.com/RTL/ (don't forget the coupon code RTL too!). Enhance your car with cool carbon-fiber upgrades from RPMTesla.com and use the promo code RTLsale for 5-10% off your next purchase. And make your garage door foolproof with the Infinity Shield – get yours at https://www.infinity-shield.com and use the promo code RTL at checkout for a $35 discount.

The technological evolution and competitive landscape of Tesla's self-driving hardware. While Hardware 3 has been officially deemed incapable of supporting unsupervised autonomy due to memory constraints, Tesla is introducing a series of iterative upgrades, including AI4.1 (AI4 Plus) and AI4.5, to bridge the gap until the AI5 chip arrives in 2027. These updates focus on doubling RAM capacity and increasing memory bandwidth to manage the massive data flow required for vision-based neural networks. Despite these internal advancements, Tesla faces stiff competition from NVIDIA's Thor processor, which currently offers superior raw compute power and modern server-grade architecture. Consequently, Tesla is navigating a complex transition that involves potentially retrofitting millions of older vehicles while shifting its most advanced future silicon toward robotics and data centers.https://www.skool.com/ai-and-automation-3750/about

www.iotusecase.com#Shopfloor #IndustrialIoT #SinglePairEthernet In dieser Live-Folge direkt von der Hannover Messe spricht Gastgeber Dr. Peter Schopf mit Karsten Walther, Geschäftsführer von Perinet, und Georg Bassenge, Chief Sales Officer bei Perinet.Im Fokus steht die Frage, wie sich Shopfloor-Daten durchgängig und effizient bis in MES- und IT-Systeme übertragen lassen. Dabei geht es unter anderem um ereignisbasierte Kommunikation, netzwerkfähige Sensoren, den Einsatz von Single Pair Ethernet sowie Retrofit-Ansätze im Brownfield. Podcast ZusammenfassungViele IIoT-Projekte scheitern nicht an KI oder Analytics, sondern am Zugang zu Shopfloor-Daten. Gerade in heterogenen Bestandsanlagen gelangen Daten oft nur mit hohem Engineering-Aufwand in IT-Systeme.Ursachen sind unter anderem mehrstufige OT-Architekturen, zyklische Feldbus-Kommunikation sowie unstrukturierte Rohdaten ohne ausreichende Semantik. Schon kleine Änderungen an Sensoren, etwa bei Messbereichen, können dazu führen, dass Daten ohne Kontext schwer interpretierbar sind und aufwendig normalisiert werden müssen.Perinet adressiert dieses Problem, indem Sensoren und Aktoren direkt netzwerkfähig werden. Relevante Informationen werden ereignisbasiert und parallel zur bestehenden SPS-Kommunikation per IP in die IT übertragen.Technologische Grundlage ist unter anderem Single Pair Ethernet, das Ethernet bis ins Feldgerät bringt und Retrofit in bestehenden Anlagen ermöglicht – ohne zusätzliche Infrastruktur wie neue Schaltschränke.Das Ergebnis ist ein schlanker Datenpfad mit geringerem Integrationsaufwand, reduzierter Datenlast und deutlich höherer Datenqualität. Dadurch werden Anwendungen wie KI, OEE oder Condition Monitoring erst effizient umsetzbar – inklusive Security-Anforderungen im Kontext des EU Cyber Resilience Act. -----Relevante Folgenlinks:Peter (https://www.linkedin.com/in/peter-schopf/)Georg (https://www.linkedin.com/in/bassenge/)Karsten (https://www.linkedin.com/in/karsten-walther-395822365/)Jetzt IoT Use Case auf LinkedIn folgen1x monatlich IoT Use Case Update erhalten

We take a look at the state of the green building sector through the lens of itss biggest dedicated show in the UK, Futurebuild. It on 12–14 May this year and you can sign up here.Helping us to peek behind the curtain is the event's director, Martin Hurn, a man who is, ultimately, responsible for it all.It seemed with a conversation because this year Futurebuild was acquired by a new owner and repackaged to become a super event. The green building great big networking event has merged with UK Construction Week and the Stone and Surfaces Show. In light of this we get into the history of Futurebuild that sheds a little light on how the impact of changes that it's going through right now are a little more like a return to its roots.The episode has a bit of a long wind up because we've included a chunk of preamble in which Jeff explains his background to Martin which wasn't intended for the episode but it ended up revealing similarities, and differences, in their backgrounds that felt worth including. Both Martin and Jeff have been in this working within the business of the built environment for about the same amount of time (early 00s), and both coming from publishing backgrounds. They've seen the heydays, boom times, and catastrophes created by the Celtic Tiger and the UK's solar subsidisation and feed-in tariffs. Consequently, the pair of them are able to offer a some illuminating and interesting perspectives on where they see the sector at this strange point in time.We also let Martin plug the show.And, at the end we do get around to asking ‘how sustainable are events?'Notes from the showRegister with Futurebuild 2026 for your event passThe Futurebuild website Martin Hurn on LinkedIn **SOME SELF-PROMOTING CALLS TO ACTION**We don't actually earn anything from this podcast, and it's quite a lot of work, so we have to promote the day jobs.Follow us on the Zero Ambitions LinkedIn page (we still don't have a proper website)Jeff and Dan about Zero Ambitions Partners (the consultancy) for help with positioning and communications strategy, customer/user research and engagement strategy, carbon calculations and EPDs – we're up to all sortsSubscribe and advertise with Passive House Plus (UK edition here too)Check Lloyd Alter's Substack: Carbon UpfrontJoin ACANJoin the AECB Join the IGBCCheck out Her Retrofit Space, the renovation and retrofit platform for women**END OF SELF-PROMOTING CALLS TO ACTION**   

In episode five of the Meet the Mancunian podcast, host Deepa Thomas-Sutcliffe speaks with Charlie Baker, founder of Your Home Better, about making existing homes greener, warmer and healthier through retrofit. Charlie shares how becoming aparent and a belief in creating a future shaped his purpose,and explains why improving current housing can avoid major construction emissions.  He outlines retrofit measures such as insulating floors, walls and roofs, upgrading ventilation and windows, adding solar PV and using heat pumps to reach zero-carbon operation, while tackling mould, damp and fuel poverty. Charlie discusses impact through award-winning home tours, challenges of recruiting diverse construction workforce, myths about cost and heat pumps, and future plans including low-cost finance, neighbourhood-scale solar and a mobile retrofit demonstrator for schools. Did you know:  ·     Retrofit refers to any improvement work on an existing building to improve its energy efficiency, making them easier to heat, able to retain that heat for longer, and replacing fossil fuels with renewable energy.·     Many UK homes are not purpose-built, heat leaks out of windows, doors and uninsulated walls, making the heating system work harder and costing more.·     The greenest building is one that already exists Key resource: Your Home Better Time stamps of key moments in the podcast episode &transcript:(01:00) Meet Charlie Baker(03:45) Why retrofit matters(10:26) Impact and challenges(15:17) Scaling the mission(19:30) Passive cooling lessons(21:22) Retrofit myths busted(25:14) Manchester values (28:51) Heroes wisdom  

Host: Tom Angus, Director of Conferences, Decarb ConnectGuest: Tom Fenton, CEO, Senze In partnership with Urban Future Lab The UK's housing stock is responsible for a significant share of the country's carbon emissions, and the estimated cost of retrofitting it sits at an eye-watering £500 billion. But what if a large portion of that spend is being directed at the wrong interventions, based on certificates and models that don't reflect how buildings actually perform?  In this second episode of our mini-series in collaboration with Urban Future Lab, Tom is joined by Tom Fenton, CEO and Co-Founder of Senze. They discuss how live sensor data and digital twin technology are exposing the gap between buildings 'as designed' and buildings as 'lived in', and why measuring first could transform both the economics and the impact of the UK's net zero retrofit mission. Tom Fenton co-founded Senze alongside David Partridge of Related Argent and Joseph Daniels of Project Etopia - a lineup that brings together data science, large-scale property development, and net zero housebuilding in a single founding team. Tom previously built Veritherm, where he first encountered the persistent gap between modelled and actual building performance. Senze deploys live sensors directly into buildings to capture real-time data on energy use and thermal behaviour, combining that with digital twin models to deliver actionable insights for building owners, landlords, and large estate managers - from housing associations in Northern Ireland to portfolios in New York. What you'll take away:Why the EPC system is fundamentally broken and why one Senze pilot found a home performing 59% better than its rating predictedHow Senze's combination of live sensors and digital twin models gives building owners something neither approach can deliver aloneWhy the £500 billion retrofit cost estimate could be dramatically reduced by measuring buildings before intervening in themWhat working on portfolios in New York has revealed about the universality of the performance gap problemWhether the government's proposed EPC C standards for landlords by 2028–2030 will drive genuine improvement or simply a compliance scrambleWhy open, shared building performance data infrastructure, as championed by the Live Data Trust may be as important as any individual technologyShow Links:Connect with Tom Fenton, CEO of SenzeVisit the Senze website to find out moreOur strategic partner, Urban Future Lab at NYU Tandon, is a non-profit innovation hub for best-in-class climatetech startups with a focus on clean energy and sustainable urban infrastructure solutions.Check out other episodes of the Decarb Connect podcast and suggest a future guest.Connect with Tom Angus, Director of Conferences of Decarb ConnectLearn more about Decarb ConnectOur global membership platform, events and facilitated introductions support leaders driving industrial and energy innovation. Our clients include the most energy-intensive industrials from cement, metals and mining, glass, ceramics, chemicals, O&G and many more along with technology disruptors, investors and advisors. We have summits coming up in Houston, London, Hamburg, Boston and Toronto and the opportunity to find the biggest brains in energy and carbon management – your future collaborators. For year-round introductions and meaningful insights, get in touch about your membership of the Decarbonisation Leaders Network – so many benefits, hundreds of people equally focused on decarbonisation – find out more and talk with Jack Figg, Community Director.

What is social value? It's a messy, ill-defined beast that's increasingly a core component of public procurement, and it's something that we worked on recently so it's been front of our minds.We invited Michael McLaughlin (LHC Procurement Group) onto the show to talk through what he thinks about social value, and what he thinks it could be if the sector was able to organise itself better. No shade intended and we're not suggesting that it's easy to fix things, but we have looked into it. While there's a lot of great work being done there are an unconscionable number of opportunities being wasted, and not for want of trying.Notes from the showMichael McLaughlin on LinkedInThe LHC Procurement Group website LHC on LinkedIn **SOME SELF-PROMOTING CALLS TO ACTION**We don't actually earn anything from this podcast, and it's quite a lot of work, so we have to promote the day jobs.Follow us on the Zero Ambitions LinkedIn page (we still don't have a proper website)Jeff and Dan about Zero Ambitions Partners (the consultancy) for help with positioning and communications strategy, customer/user research and engagement strategy, carbon calculations and EPDs – we're up to all sortsSubscribe and advertise with Passive House Plus (UK edition here too)Check Lloyd Alter's Substack: Carbon UpfrontJoin ACANJoin the AECB Join the IGBCCheck out Her Retrofit Space, the renovation and retrofit platform for women**END OF SELF-PROMOTING CALLS TO ACTION**

Hoy abordamos un tema que afecta a millones de conductores en España y que supone una de las mayores injusticias técnicas de nuestra historia reciente: el sistema de etiquetas ambientales de la DGT. Vamos a desmontar con datos reales por qué este sistema no es una herramienta de salud pública, sino una medida de presión económica y una "retroactividad encubierta" que devalúa tu propiedad de la noche a la mañana. El pecado original de 2016 Las etiquetas no nacieron de un estudio científico sobre la calidad del aire, sino de un criterio administrativo vago basado en la normativa Euro y la fecha de matriculación. Bajo la dirección de Pere Navarro, se optó por la vía fácil: clasificar por años en lugar de realizar mediciones reales en las ITV. Esto ha creado una situación de indefensión para quienes compraron su coche legalmente y ahora ven cómo se les prohíbe el uso de un bien que cumple con todas las inspecciones técnicas. La física que la DGT ignora: El factor peso La contaminación urbana no son solo los gases del escape. Existe una fuente de partículas peligrosas (PM10 y PM2.5) que proviene del desgaste de neumáticos y pastillas de freno. La prueba de la injusticia. Vamos a ver dos casos extremos: -El "Rico Subvencionado": Un SUV híbrido enchufable de casi 3.000 kg recibe la etiqueta Cero. Sin embargo, su masa inerte exige un esfuerzo titánico para frenar, emitiendo partículas metálicas y caucho de forma masiva. Además, cuando agota su batería, su motor V8 puede llegar a contaminar el doble o el triple que un coche pequeño. -El "Pobre Honesto": Un utilitario de los años 2000 que apenas pesa 950 kg es considerado "veneno" por la administración, a pesar de que su impacto por abrasión y su consumo real sean mucho más contenidos. El absurdo de los "Mild Hybrid" y el olvido de las motos Analizamos también la trampa de los micro-híbridos (MHEV). Coches de 600 caballos que, por el simple hecho de llevar un pequeño motor eléctrico de 48 voltios que ni siquiera mueve el coche, obtienen la etiqueta ECO. Es un sistema de privilegios que permite saltarse las restricciones simplemente pagando el sobreprecio de una tecnología que no reduce significativamente las emisiones. Mención aparte merecen las motos. Siendo la solución ideal a la movilidad urbana por espacio y eficiencia, han sido tratadas como parias. La DGT ignora que una moto de 125cc contamina una fracción de lo que emite cualquier coche, aplicando restricciones que han dejado a millones de usuarios en un limbo legal injustificado. ¿Cómo lo hacen otros países? -España ha optado por un modelo inquisitivo, pero existen alternativas más racionales: -Alemania: Permite el Retrofit, subiendo la categoría del coche si el dueño instala filtros o catalizadores modernos. -Francia: Vincula las restricciones a ayudas sociales para no dejar tirado al trabajador con menos recursos. -Japón: Apuesta por los Kei Cars y la eficiencia real de los fabricantes. -México: Utiliza inspecciones de gases semestrales donde la ciencia se impone a la burocracia de las pegatinas. La ITV como solución técnica La red de ITV en España es excelente. Si el objetivo real fuera limpiar el aire, la etiqueta debería ser un documento vivo otorgado tras cada inspección. Si tu coche de 20 años está perfectamente mantenido y emite dentro de márgenes estrictos, debería poder circular. Pero esto no interesa porque no genera ventas. Lo que vivimos es una obsolescencia programada administrativa diseñada para forzar la compra de coches nuevos, ignorando el enorme coste ecológico que supone fabricar un vehículo desde cero. Conclusion. En conclusión, el sistema actual de etiquetas carece de legitimidad técnica mientras el peso, el tamaño y el precio sigan siendo los criterios ocultos. La verdadera sostenibilidad consiste en hacer que las cosas duren, no en sustituirlas por tanques eléctricos de lujo que solo unos pocos pueden pagar.

Ash and Tilly continue their discussion on archaeo-construction with experimental archaeologist and living historian Caroline Nicolay. Together, they outline the details of how to complete their quest of reconstructing a Fallohide seasonal settlement for the Anduin Fallohide Fellowship of Museums and Antiquity. Listen in to hear all about upside-down baskets, thatching (at a pinch), and why you need to build a wall before you can paint it. Links Earth building UK and Ireland Heritage Craft Association Caroline's website Vernacular thatching with Alan Jones, Wales "Retrofit", what's that about? Retrofit for old buildings Book recommendation from Caroline: Thatch: Thatching In England 1790-1940: Pt. 1 (English Heritage Research Transactions). Letts, John; Moir, James Contact Email: andmytrowel@gmail.com Instagram: @‌and.my.trowel Transcripts For rough transcripts of this episode, go to: https://www.archpodnet.com/trowel/64 ArchPodNet APN Website: https://www.archpodnet.com APN on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/archpodnet APN on Twitter: https://www.twitter.com/archpodnet APN on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/archpodnet APN Store Affiliates Motion Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

This is Part 2, or a 'double header' episode with the brilliant Sara Grimes from Bath and West Community Energy. Part 1 is all about community energy, and takes a bit of a dive into solar and heat pumps, as well as things like the governments's Warm Homes Plan (it's honestly more fun than it sounds if you haven't already listened to it!)And this is Part 2, where we talking about all things home retrofit, and looking at some of the less technical , perhaps more affordable options for making our homes more efficient, more comfortable, and cheaper to run.Enjoy! Sara Grimes LISTEN... USEFUL LINKS:Sara Grimes- Linked InBath and West Community Energy (BWCE)- Website- Community benefit- BWCE home energy plans and surveys (for people in the Bath area)- Green Heritage Homes- Linked In- Facebook- InstagramCommunity Energy EnglandCommunity Energy ScotlandCommunity Energy WalesCommunity Energy Northern Ireland[112] - Community Energy with Brighton Energy Co-op[135 ] - The local electricity bill with Steve Shaw (lots of community energy chat in this episode!)Green Open Homes networkVisit a Heat PumpWarm Homes Plan- On the UK government website- Which explainer articleFind energy grants for your home (UK gov)Energy grant helpline: 0800 0987950Boiler upgrade scheme (for heat pumps)Find an energy certificate (EPC)Historic England - Energy efficiency and retrofit in historic buildingsHeat GeekEnergy Saving TrustCentre for Sustainable EnergySustainable(ish) Clubhouse - doors opening again soon!Carbon Literacy- Carbon Literacy with me!

Should you replace or retrofit your center pivot control panel? Discover when upgrades pay off through energy savings, improved uniformity, and smarter water use—plus how modern remote monitoring transforms soybean farming efficiency. aguafox City: London Address: Cres Digital Ltd Website: https://aguafox.com

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The government's £15bn Warm Homes Plan, launched in January, is aimed at upgrading the nation's homes and cutting energy bills. By 2030, it is expected to upgrade five million homes as part of a comprehensive retrofit programme, focusing on targeted interventions through insulation, solar panels and heat pumps. For contractors and housing providers, the scale of the challenge ahead should not be underestimated. Delivering homes that are fit for the future will require more joined-up thinking across funding models, tenant engagement and supply chain management. In this episode of the 21CC podcast, we hear from Thomas Fountain, director of asset knowledge and insight at Places for People, and Dan Germann, managing director at Durkan Regen. They discuss what lies ahead and reveal the key ingredients for successful partnerships between contractors and housing providers. They also outline what successful delivery of the Warm Homes Plan could look like in five years' time. Listen now to hear what it will take to turn retrofit ambition into action across the housing sector.

Lucy Lyons of Kestrix joins us this week to talk about their use of drones, infrared imaging, and AI to quicken the pace of retrofit surveying. Specifically, with regard to a case study detailing their work with Peabody housing association.Kestrix is a software company that works with landlords to assess their building stock in terms of which homes need help and whether the retrofit works that have been carried out are performing. They use their sophisticated broad-brush surveys and image analysis is is designed to help asset owners get the greatest value out of stretched budgets and capacity, investing time wisely and proving value for money.Notes from the showLucy Lyons on LinkedInKestrix on LinkedIn The Kestrix website The Kestrix & Peabody case study that we refer toNational Audit Office report of retrofit performance: Energy efficiency installations under ECONHMF award 'Best Warm Home Initiative' 2026New Study Suggests Using AI Made Doctors Less Skilled at Spotting Cancer**SOME SELF-PROMOTING CALLS TO ACTION**We don't actually earn anything from this podcast, and it's quite a lot of work, so we have to promote the day jobs.Follow us on the Zero Ambitions LinkedIn page (we still don't have a proper website)Jeff and Dan about Zero Ambitions Partners (the consultancy) for help with positioning and communications strategy, customer/user research and engagement strategy, carbon calculations and EPDs – we're up to all sortsSubscribe and advertise with Passive House Plus (UK edition here too)Check Lloyd Alter's Substack: Carbon UpfrontJoin ACANJoin the AECB Join the IGBCCheck out Her Retrofit Space, the renovation and retrofit platform for women**END OF SELF-PROMOTING CALLS TO ACTION**

We're all being encouraged to upgrade our homes to make them more sustainable, but with new windows, solar panels and insulation, it can get expensive…SEAI grants are available, but they come with many conditions and require the homeowner to pay a lot up front. At least, that's the view of some people.So, how difficult is it to get one of these grants, and is it worth the effort?Joining Seán to discuss is Peter Finn, AKA Pete the Builder, Presenter of ‘Home Rescue' and the ‘Behind the Walls' podcast.

Send a textWe sit down with the Goldilock team to challenge the default “add more software” mindset and focus on a blunt truth: if a network is not connected, it cannot be hacked from the outside. We dig into how Layer 1 physical disconnection works with existing security tools, what it means for installers and PMs, and why protecting backups and controlling third-party access can change your blast radius overnight. • Physical network disconnection as Layer 1 defense • Why software-only security becomes an arms race • Picking disconnect points based on a risk register • Bulkhead and light switch analogies for technicians • Using APIs to trigger disconnects from existing security tools • Timeouts, default states, and safe reconnection practices • Ransomware reality and why attackers go after backups first • Retrofit and rack installation considerations for a 1U device • Manual firmware updates, maintenance windows, and validation audits • Third-party access windows with auditing and certainty • Coordinating installers, PMs, IT, and OT through labs and simulations • Future direction as AI speeds up attacks If you're watching this show on YouTube, would you mind hitting the subscribe button and the bell button to be notified when new content is being produced? If you're listening to us on one of the audio podcast platforms, would you mind leaving us a five-star rating? Support the showKnowledge is power! Make sure to stop by the webpage to buy me a cup of coffee or support the show at https://linktr.ee/letstalkcabling . Also if you would like to be a guest on the show or have a topic for discussion send me an email at chuck@letstalkcabling.com Chuck Bowser RCDD TECH#CBRCDD #RCDD

Dr Muireann Lynch, Senior Research Officer at the Ecominic & Social Research Institute, discusses why Ireland is off-target for decarbonising residential heating.

Baz Iyer (Vulcan) and Stephen Lloyd (Savills Earth) join us to talk about the likely impact of the UK's long-awaited Future Homes Standard (FHS) and, perhaps more importantly, the Home Energy Model (HEM).HEM is the new model that will inform the UK's Energy Performance Certification (EPC) rating system. It's much more detailed in terms of the information that it demands about the buildings it is being used to rate, and therefore much more demanding of the assessors.But this means that it can be much more useful for modelling the energy performance of buildings because it will better reflect how the building will be experienced by its users.  It won't be perfect but the level of detail that it demands means that homeowners may be able to use EPCs to make meaningful decisions about how to improve the buildings in which they live. This also means that, in time, it is conceivable that HEM can become a design tool in the same way designers use PHPP to predict performance and calibrate design. That's certainly what Baz is planning and why he and Stephen have been interrogating the place HEM will occupy in the UK construction sector, the impact it might have on its culture, and the opportunity that its adoption will open up.If anyone needs some help getting to grips with this I'd recommend they connect with Baz, he's very friendly and well-informed.Notes from the showBaz Iyer on LinkedInStephen Lloyd on LinkedIn The Vulcan websiteThe Savills Earth websiteVulcan on LinkedInOld ZAP #1 - 'Incompetence still reigns supreme' in energy ratings: DPE certification, EPCs, BERs, and a little bit of ESGOld ZAP #2 - ZAP Shady business #1 – overheating, and Camden: we should think about solar gain all year round, with Zoe De Grussa (BBSA)**SOME SELF-PROMOTING CALLS TO ACTION**We don't actually earn anything from this podcast, and it's quite a lot of work, so we have to promote the day jobs.Follow us on the Zero Ambitions LinkedIn page (we still don't have a proper website)Jeff and Dan about Zero Ambitions Partners (the consultancy) for help with positioning and communications strategy, customer/user research and engagement strategy, carbon calculations and EPDs – we're up to all sortsSubscribe and advertise with Passive House Plus (UK edition here too)Check Lloyd Alter's Substack: Carbon UpfrontJoin ACANJoin the AECB Join the IGBCCheck out Her Retrofit Space, the renovation and retrofit platform for women**END OF SELF-PROMOTING CALLS TO ACTION**

We sat down with Anna Moore, CEO of Domna Group, to talk about its approach to the business of retrofit, pragmatic retrofit strategy, and long-term asset management for landlords. All underpinned by a layer of data collation and machine learning.Domna is currently retrofitting around 10,000 homes per year through grant-funded and self-funded programmes, using an integrated asset management—strategy to: deliver impact and savings through a mix of strategy, support on funding, management of delivery, and quality assurance. Importantly, Anna knows her stuff and she is fun, too.Notes from the showAnna Moore on LinkedInDomna Group on LinkedIn The Domna website (sign up in the footer)**SOME SELF-PROMOTING CALLS TO ACTION**We don't actually earn anything from this podcast, and it's quite a lot of work, so we have to promote the day jobs.Follow us on the Zero Ambitions LinkedIn page (we still don't have a proper website)Jeff and Dan about Zero Ambitions Partners (the consultancy) for help with positioning and communications strategy, customer/user research and engagement strategy, carbon calculations and EPDs – we're up to all sortsSubscribe and advertise with Passive House Plus (UK edition here too)Check Lloyd Alter's Substack: Carbon UpfrontJoin ACANJoin the AECB Join the IGBCCheck out Her Retrofit Space, the renovation and retrofit platform for women**END OF SELF-PROMOTING CALLS TO ACTION**

Send a text✈️ Lufthansa erneuert ihre Flotte – langsam, aber sichtbar!In diesem Video zeige ich dir die komplette Lufthansa Flotte 2026: vom Airbus A319 bis zum Superjumbo A380, vom Dreamliner bis zur legendären Boeing 747-8. Welche Jets bleiben, welche verschwinden – und welche neuen Modelle schon vor der Tür stehen.Perfekter Überblick für Aviation-Fans, Meilensammler und alle, die Lufthansa im Detail verstehen wollen.

Send a text✈️ Mehr Komfort auf Europas Kurzstrecken!Die Lufthansa startet eine große Kabinen-Modernisierung: 38 Airbus A320 erhalten neue Sitze von Geven, deutlich größere Gepäckfächer, USB-Anschlüsse an jedem Sitz sowie praktische Halterungen für Tablet & Smartphone.Der erste umgerüstete Jet – D-AIZY – ist bereits wieder im Einsatz. Insgesamt dauert ein Retrofit rund 30 Tage pro Flugzeug, verbaut werden etwa 1.000 neue Komponenten von rund 100 Lieferanten. Bis 2029 soll die gesamte Flotte umgestellt sein.Was bedeutet das für Passagiere? Mehr Komfort, weniger Stress beim Boarding und bessere Technik an Bord.Ist das der richtige Schritt – oder nur Kosmetik?

Skil-aire, a U.S. HVAC leader, delivers retrofit-ready, BABAA-compliant systems for mission-critical facilities. Trusted by SpaceX and Columbia University, Skil-aire offers faster installs, 95% uptime, and 24-hour support is available. Units include IAQ features and expanded reliability for engineers, contractors, and federal projects. Skil-aire City: Baltimore Address: Skil–aire, Division of Tithe Corp. 1621 Cole St., Baltimore, MD 21223 USA Website: https://skil-aire.com/ Email: helpdesk@tithecorp.com

We're back! And we're talking about the value of post-occupancy evaluation (POE) with Tom Robins and Leigh Fairbrother of Switchee.Their business is POE for landlords that's intended to improve the quality of life for the residents that they rely on. Capturing sensor data, analysing it, and synthesising that into something their clients can use.Essentially, this means validating the quality of fabric, the impact of retrofit works, and anticipating car crashes—metaphorical ones.We get a really helpful explanation of Awaab's Law around 25–30 minutes in, too. (Thank you Leigh.)Notes from the showTom Robins on LinkedInLeigh Fairbrother on LinkedIn The Switchee website (sign up in the footer)Switchee on LinkedInPH+ coverage of that early work in Thamesmead (the Clockwork Orange estate) **SOME SELF-PROMOTING CALLS TO ACTION**We don't actually earn anything from this podcast, and it's quite a lot of work, so we have to promote the day jobs.Follow us on the Zero Ambitions LinkedIn page (we still don't have a proper website)Jeff and Dan about Zero Ambitions Partners (the consultancy) for help with positioning and communications strategy, customer/user research and engagement strategy, carbon calculations and EPDs – we're up to all sortsSubscribe and advertise with Passive House Plus (UK edition here too)Check Lloyd Alter's Substack: Carbon UpfrontJoin ACANJoin the AECB Join the IGBCCheck out Her Retrofit Space, the renovation and retrofit platform for women**END OF SELF-PROMOTING CALLS TO ACTION**

Jerry spoke to Brian McIntyre, SEAI Programme Manager - High Performance Building Technologies about the National Residential Retrofit Plan 2026.  This includes being able to avail of a new grant of up to €4,000 for new windows and doors.  You may contact the SEAI at 01 802 2100.

This could be commercial real estate's “buy of the decade,” according to a 35-year investing veteran. This asset class is seeing rock-bottom prices, shrinking supply, and acquisitions at a quarter of replacement cost. Everyone says this asset is dead, so why are expert investors, lenders, and brokers betting on it? Michael Bull, founder & CEO of Bull Realty, Inc., has personally overseen over $8 billion in commercial real estate transactions in his 35 years in the industry. He's seeing sentiment shift toward one forgotten asset class office space investing. Office investments are seeing supply get actively demolished, but lending and buying are returning, and some cities are even seeing more office demand.  The media is saying it's all doom and gloom, but on the ground, Michael is seeing something very different. Want to buy when the fear is still high, but prices are touching bedrock? Michael shares his underwriting playbook for finding valuable office investments, what savvy operators are doing with outdated office vintages (demolish, rebuild, or retrofit?), and the markets with the most opportunity for demand. Plus, the exact type of tenant that is giving those who invest in office space consistent revenue and unmatched peace of mind. Insights from today's episode: Commercial real estate's “buy of the decade” and why investors are jumping back in No new supply coming online? Why office building supply is shrinking, just as demand bounces back  Underwriting “guardrails” experts use to validate a valuable vs. dead office investment  First office investment? Where Michael says beginners should start looking for opportunities   Falling values = falling property taxes? An even bigger lever for cash flow  Retrofit, rehab, or convert? How to add value to old, outdated office vintages  — Connect with Michael on LinkedIn Buy or Sell with Bull Realty America's Commercial Real Estate Show Podcast Recommended Resources: Accredited Investors, you're invited to Join the Cashflow Investor Club to learn how you can partner with Kevin Bupp on current and upcoming opportunities to create passive cash flow and build wealth. Join the Club! If you're a high net worth investor with capital to deploy in the next 12 months and you want to build passive income and wealth with a trusted partner, go to InvestWithKB.com for opportunities to invest in real estate projects alongside Kevin and his team.  Looking for the ultimate guide to passive investing? Grab a copy of my latest book, The Cash Flow Investor at KevinBupp.com.  Tap into a wealth of free information on Commercial Real Estate Investing by listening to past podcast episodes at KevinBupp.com/Podcast.

Only 20 per cent of Irish consumers are very confident in their ability to choose the most cost-effective and energy-efficient solutions for their home. That's according to new research from Bord Gáis Energy. All to discuss with Valerie Hand, Retrofit manager with Bord Gáis Energy.

In this engaging episode of the HVAC School podcast, host Bryan Orr sits down with Leo and Paul Sharkey, a father-son duo of mechanical engineers who made the leap into the HVAC business. Leo and Paul share their remarkable journey of purchasing an HVAC company in September 2020 and quadrupling its revenue within five years. Their engineering backgrounds bring a refreshing, data-driven perspective to an industry that often relies on rules of thumb and outdated practices. The Sharkeys operate in the challenging Northeast market, where homes can date back to the 1600s and 1700s. They discuss the eye-opening discovery that traditional HVAC sizing methods—like the simplistic "one ton per 400 square feet" rule—fail dramatically in older housing stock. Their commitment to running thousands of Manual J calculations has transformed their approach, often resulting in smaller, more efficient systems than competitors propose. The conversation dives deep into the unique challenges of working with centuries-old New England homes, including extreme infiltration rates, non-linear heat loss curves during harsh winters, and the complications of mixing modern additions with ancient construction. Beyond sizing, Leo and Paul tackle the practical realities of heat pump installations in cold climates. They explain why turndown ratio is critical, how they handle homes with heat loads that triple their cooling loads, and when backup heating systems are truly necessary. Their consultative approach rejects the "one-size-fits-all" mentality that has flooded the market with incentive-chasing installations. They candidly discuss the problems created by Massachusetts' generous rebate programs, which have attracted fly-by-night operators who prioritize rebate qualifications over proper design and long-term performance. The episode also explores the balance between ductless and ducted systems, revealing when each approach makes economic and technical sense. The Sharkeys share fascinating case studies, from a 1748 house with the equivalent of a full-size door's worth of air leakage to underground concrete dome homes requiring specialized dehumidification. Their willingness to take on complex projects that other contractors avoid demonstrates how engineering thinking, combined with trade expertise, can solve challenging HVAC problems. This conversation is essential listening for anyone serious about understanding cold climate HVAC design, building science principles, and what it takes to deliver quality comfort solutions in real-world conditions. Topics Covered Engineering background transition to HVAC - How mechanical engineering experience in semiconductors and manufacturing informed their HVAC business approach Manual J calculations and proper sizing - Running 7,000-9,000 Manual J calculations over five years and why they typically specify smaller systems than competitors Old New England housing challenges - Working with homes from the 1600s-1700s, extreme infiltration rates, and heat loss characteristics of ancient construction Heat load vs. cooling load imbalances - Managing homes where heat loads can be triple the cooling loads and how this affects system design Heat pump turndown ratios - Why equipment turndown capability is critical for shoulder seasons and preventing short cycling in cold climates Cold weather performance and derating - Equipment capacity loss at low ambient temperatures and the importance of proper backup heat sizing Ductless vs. ducted system economics - When to choose multi-zone ductless over ducted systems based on home layout, infrastructure, and cost Retrofit complications in mixed construction - Dealing with homes that combine 200-year-old sections with modern additions on the same heating system Massachusetts incentive programs - How Mass Save rebates (up to $25,000 financing + $10,000 rebates) have impacted market quality and contractor behavior Installation challenges at low temperatures - Field issues including undersized ductwork, poor equipment placement, defrost cycle complications, and electric backup heat requirements Building science fundamentals - Blower door testing, weatherization impacts, infiltration effects on heat load, and wind loading considerations Consultative sales approach - Rejecting one-size-fits-all solutions and customizing system recommendations based on home characteristics and homeowner needs Backup heating strategies - When and why fuel-based backup systems are necessary, including power outage considerations and client comfort levels Complex project examples - Case studies including underground concrete dome homes, storage closet air handler installations, and severely under-designed retrofit corrections   Learn more about Leo and Paul's business, Jay Moody HVAC, at https://jaymoodyhvac.com/.  Have a question that you want us to answer on the podcast? 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The FCC delivered a massive shakeup to the drone industry right before the holidays, adding foreign-made drones (most notably from industry giant DJI) to its "Covered List" of national security threats. While the move effectively bans the sale of future DJI models in the U.S., GeekWire’s Todd Bishop and John Cook explore why this might be a golden economic opportunity for the Pacific Northwest. Featuring highlights from a recent interview with Blake Resnick of Brinc, the Seattle-based maker of public safety drones, who lobbied for the U.S. policy change and supports the move. Related story: Drone capital of the world? Seattle could be a big winner in the U.S. crackdown on DJI and others Plus, the results are in. After ignoring John’s advice and deciding to retrofit his 2007 Toyota Camry with a modern infotainment system, Todd shares the verdict. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

To register for our Reimagine Buildings: Best of Retrofit online conference on Friday, December 5, 2025, visit https://passivehouseaccelerator.com/In episode thirteen of The Reimagine Edit series of the Passive House Podcast, host Zack Semke shares selected clips of insights from Al Mitchell, Kimberly Llewellyn, Greta Tjeltveit, Ya'el Santopinto, Wolfgang Feist, and Lisa White.This episode is split between two topics. The first addresses one of the most common questions veteran members of the high-performance building community hear from those who are new to the industry: How do you get your start? For some, that route may be through the trades. For others, it may be through design. There are also less orthodox pathways, particularly for folks with backgrounds in modeling, data management, or consulting. No matter what your background is, this episode provides some practical advice on beginning a career in high-performance building.The second topic is retrofits, particularly the new Phius REVIVE standard. Guests Lisa White and Al Mitchell, both of Phius, describe the basics of REVIVE and how resilience became the driving rationale behind the standard.The Reimagine Edit is a special series of the Passive House Podcast that shares curated insights from our Experts-In-Residence at the Reimagine Buildings Collective, our membership community of building professionals stepping up to tackle climate change. Learn more about the Reimagine Buildings Collective at https://www.reimaginebuildings.com

Marion Baeli, author of "Residential Retrofit," offers hands-on experience of designing and retrofitting high performance homes. As well as drawing on her personal retrofit she shares the lessons learnt from revisiting properties that took part in the Retrofit for the Future competition over a decade ago. Check out the show notes for more information.

To register for our Reimagine Buildings: Best of Retrofit online conference on Friday, December 5, 2025, visit https://passivehouseaccelerator.com/In this episode of The Passive House Podcast, Mary James interviews James Hartford and Juhee Lee Hartford of River Architects in Hudson Valley. The discussion covers the firm's focus on Passive House projects, mostly single-family homes with a mix of new constructions and retrofits. They touch on their first retrofit project affected by Hurricane Sandy, the evolving client interest in Passive House standards, and the firm's growth from two to ten employees. They discuss the financial and practical challenges of Passive House projects, including material and energy considerations, involvement in advocacy through Passive House Hudson Valley, and the growing demand for such homes. They also highlight the benefits of prefab construction in difficult climates and the importance of builder experience. https://www.riverarchitects.com/Video of River Architects' Bank Lofts retrofit project: https://youtu.be/GHLC2xGM-ykBest of Retrofit: https://events.ringcentral.com/events/reimagine-buildings-retrofit/registrationThank you for listening to the Passive House Podcast! To learn more about Passive House and to stay abreast of our latest programming, visit passivehouseaccelerator.com. And please join us at one of our Passive House Accelerator LIVE! zoom gatherings on Wednesdays.

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To register for our Reimagine Buildings: Best of Retrofit online conference on Friday, December 5, 2025, visit https://passivehouseaccelerator.com/In this episode of the Passive House Podcast co-host's Jay and Mary chat with Emily Mottram, founder of Mottram Architecture, about her architectural firm and her passion for building science and low-carbon residential architecture. Emily discusses her firm's focus on retrofits and new builds, explaining their approach to sustainable architecture using eco-friendly, bio-based materials. She shares insights on the complexity and importance of retrofitting existing structures, the challenges and benefits of panelized construction, and the holistic methods she employs to ensure the health and safety of building occupants. https://www.mottramarch.com/Best of Retrofit: https://events.ringcentral.com/events/reimagine-buildings-retrofit/registrationThank you for listening to the Passive House Podcast! To learn more about Passive House and to stay abreast of our latest programming, visit passivehouseaccelerator.com. And please join us at one of our Passive House Accelerator LIVE! zoom gatherings on Wednesdays.

Welcome to The Trade Talks Live, where we celebrate the blue-collar trades and everything they stand for! Join us every weekday from 10-11 AM as we dive into national news, review trade websites, and share tips on mindset growth to help you succeed. Don't miss this hour of insights, inspiration, and practical advice! A big thank you to Leak-Pro for sponsoring this episode of The Trade Talks Live! Register for my FREE webinar! www.justmetroger.com LeakPro provides state-of-the-art leak detection solutions specifically designed for plumbers, helping professionals pinpoint hidden leaks with accuracy and efficiency. By utilizing advanced acoustic technology and digital sensors, LeakPro allows plumbers to reduce unnecessary damage, saving time and money on every job. LeakPro's tools are essential for detecting slab leaks, pipe leaks, and irrigation system failures without invasive measures. Whether working in residential or commercial plumbing, LeakPro offers cutting-edge solutions that enhance service quality. For more information, visit www.leak-pro.com or call 1-888-853-2577. Tradesmen built America. This is the "Blue Collar Channel"... Where you can listen to the top tradespeople around the world. Everything you need to learn about getting into the trades, becoming the best tradesman, starting your own business, and using networking and social media... To GROW in the trades!!!

This week: Jeff Bezos is back in startup mode (sort of) with Project Prometheus — a $6.2 billion AI-for-the-physical-world venture that instantly became one of the most talked-about new companies in tech. We dig into what his return to the CEO title really means, why the company’s location is still a mystery, and how this echoes the era when Bezos was regularly launching big bets from Seattle. Then we look at Amazon’s latest real-world experiment: package-return kiosks popping up inside Goodwill stores around the Seattle region. It’s a small pilot, but it brings back memories of the early days when Amazon’s oddball experiments seemed to appear out of nowhere. And finally…Todd makes the case for upgrading his 2007 Toyota Camry with CarPlay, Android Auto, and a backup camera — while John questions the logic of sinking thousands into a beloved older car. All that, plus a mystery Microsoft shirt, a little Seattle nostalgia, and a look ahead to next week’s podcast collaboration with Me, Myself and AI from MIT Sloan Management Review.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Doug says homeowners and home buyers worrying about the wrong things isn't new. Chris asks if reducing carbon in houses makes sense with AI's voracious energy consumption. Spenser wonders about ways to temporarily heat his job sites. Zach describes his comprehensive plan to redo his house's building envelope.    Tune in to Episode 712 of the Fine Homebuilding Podcast to learn more about:  ·       Why clients having trouble caring about what they can't see  ·       Pros and cons of common temporary job site heating ·       Rebuilding the shell  of a house you're living in     Have a question or topic you want us to talk about on the show? Email us at fhbpodcast@taunton.com.     ➡️➡️ Check Out the Full Show Notes: FHB Podcast 712 ➡️ Learn about Fine Homebuilding All-Access membership ➡️ Follow Fine Homebuilding on Social Media:   Instagram • Facebook • TikTok • Pinterest • YouTube  ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐  If you enjoy the show, please subscribe and rate us on iTunes, Spotify, YouTube Music, or wherever you prefer to listen. 

Eric Kaiser sits down with Haley Harlow and Al Mitchell from PHIUS (Passive House Institute US) to explore Revive 2024, a groundbreaking new retrofit standard focused on thermal resilience and healthier, safer existing buildings. Haley shares her path from Pennsylvania College of Technology to her current role managing building certifications at PHIUS. At the same time, Al recounts his journey from aspiring car engineer to building scientist, drawn to the elegant complexity of whole-building systems. Together, they unpack how Revive differs from traditional PHIUS new-construction standards. Instead of focusing on heating and cooling load targets, Revive emphasizes thermal resilience—a building's ability to remain habitable for up to a week during power outages or extreme weather. They also discuss ReviveCalc, PHIUS's new software tool for analyzing retrofit scenarios, allowing designers to test various upgrade packages, balance cost and performance, and phase improvements over time. The tool incorporates lifecycle cost analysis, dynamic energy modeling, and resilience metrics, making advanced design decisions more accessible to real-world projects. Both guests share their excitement about addressing the massive stock of underperforming existing buildings. Haley connects it to her own experience growing up in energy-intensive apartments, while Al reflects on how to use today's computing power better to design resilient, efficient homes. They close with a shared message: retrofitting our current buildings is not only possible, it's essential for the future of sustainability, comfort, and community resilience. Key Takeaways PHIUS Revive 2024 focuses on retrofits, bringing resilience and energy equity to the existing building stock. Thermal resilience replaces traditional load metrics, ensuring buildings remain habitable during grid or system failures. ReviveCalc helps users model envelope and mechanical upgrades, estimate lifecycle costs, and optimize phase-by-phase improvements. The program aligns with ASHRAE Guideline 0.2 for commissioning and integrates EPA's Energy Savings Plus Health framework. Air sealing remains the top "bang for the buck" retrofit measure for both comfort and energy savings. CPHC certification (Certified PHIUS Consultant) is open to anyone—no degree required. The Revive approach balances performance, cost, and practicality for real-world projects. Haley's LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/haley-harlow-3965b41b5 Al's LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/al-mitchell-bb74827b/ Info on Phius Revive 2024: https://www.phius.org/phius-revive-2024     This episode was recorded in October 2025.  

In this episode, I talk with Joe Demers, P.E., a civil engineer at Alpha Structural, about seismic retrofit strategies to enhance building safety. Despite decades of warnings, many cities remain dangerously unprepared for major earthquakes, often relying solely on outdated building codes. Joe shares his extensive experience in structural repair and design, offering insights into […] The post Enhance Earthquake Safety with Seismic Retrofit Strategies – Ep 169 appeared first on Engineering Management Institute.

In this episode of The Passive House Podcast host Mary James meets with Katie Schwamb, Managing Director at Building Energy Exchange (BE-Ex) to  discuss emissions reduction and compliance with Local Law 97 in New York City.  Local Law 97, sets carbon emissions limits for buildings over 25,000 square feet to help achieve near-zero emissions by 2050. Mary and Katie cover the importance of strategic planning, financial incentives, and challenges building owners face in complying with the law. Katie highlights Building Energy Exchange's array of resources aimed at advancing energy-efficient, decarbonized buildings, including case studies, retrofit playbooks, and their Local Law 97 calculator.https://be-exchange.org/Best of Retrofit: https://events.ringcentral.com/events/reimagine-buildings-retrofit/registrationThank you for listening to the Passive House Podcast! To learn more about Passive House and to stay abreast of our latest programming, visit passivehouseaccelerator.com. And please join us at one of our Passive House Accelerator LIVE! zoom gatherings on Wednesdays.

In this episode of The Passive House Podcast, host Jay Fox talks with Andrea Michael, an architect from Love Schack Architecture in Bozeman, Montana. They discuss Andrea's comprehensive home retrofit, aimed at improving energy efficiency and comfort. The retrofit included air sealing, adding insulation, installing a heat pump, ERVs, solar panels, and more. The conversation highlights Andrea's journey from initial DIY efforts to a full-scale renovation, revealing significant energy savings and improved indoor air quality. The episode also touches on the challenges and successes of integrating sustainable building practices in Montana.https://loveschackarchitecture.com/See Andrea December 5th at Best of Retrofit: https://events.ringcentral.com/events/reimagine-buildings-retrofit/registrationThank you for listening to the Passive House Podcast! To learn more about Passive House and to stay abreast of our latest programming, visit passivehouseaccelerator.com. And please join us at one of our Passive House Accelerator LIVE! zoom gatherings on Wednesdays.

A growing number of vehicles on the road still lack tire pressure monitoring systems, and Schrader is hoping to change that with its new Aircheck BLE retrofit kit. In this episode of What's Treading, David Sickels talks with Kelly Sadler, vice president and general manager for Sonata's aftermarket business, about how the product works and what it means for both drivers and service shops.The Aircheck BLE is designed to fit nearly any light-duty vehicle and deliver tire pressure, temperature, and sensor battery life information directly to the dashboard through Android Auto or Apple CarPlay. Sadler explains that the system uses Bluetooth Low Energy and a range extender to ensure reliable communication even over long distances, such as when towing a trailer.For installers, Schrader kept setup simple. The sensors mount internally to protect against tampering and provide more accurate readings, while an app-based configuration removes the need for hard-wiring and specialized tools. Sadler says installation typically takes less than five minutes and that the company has produced full training materials and videos to help technicians get up to speed.With roughly 250 million vehicles still operating without TPMS, the retrofit market represents a sizable opportunity for tire dealers looking to expand their services. Sadler notes that the Aircheck BLE's single-SKU design helps streamline inventory and reduce complexity in the bay, giving shops a way to add value for customers who want better tire health monitoring without replacing their vehicle.Tire Review: www.tirereview.comHunter Engineering: www.hunter.com

In this episode, Braheem Santos, US Segment Leader for Healthcare at Schneider Electric, and Andrew Carréno, Business Development Manager for Healthcare at ASCO, discusses how hospitals can retrofit existing facilities to enhance power resilience, reduce downtime, and improve patient care through collaboration and intelligent infrastructure. Learn more about how Schneider Electric is engineered for every moment of care for your health organization here: https://www.se.com/us/en/work/solutions/healthcare/?utm_source=beckershealthcare&utm_medium=affiliates&utm_campaign=2025_oct_us_de_ehealth_beckershealthcare_consideration_directmedia-contentbuy_local&utm_term=octpod&campaign_objective=consideration&mcl_name=ehealth

Es Tresidder from Highland Passive explains what an air-to-air mini split heat pump is, why he believes it's a good choice for heating a high performance home and the various pros and cons of going down this route. He also reflects on one of the toughest stages of his retrofit when they took the roof off the existing dwelling and then faced torrential rain. Check out the show notes for more information.

Here's the thing. “Smart” has been the buzzword for years, but Richard Leurig argues we're on the cusp of something bolder. In our conversation, the Accruent president drew a clear line between buildings filled with connected systems and buildings that can sense, decide, and act without a person staring at a dashboard all day. Richard shared a retail story that sticks. By wiring refrigeration units with sensors and training models on billions of telemetry points, his team can spot failures 48 to 72 hours before lettuce wilts or milk spoils. That time window turns panic calls at 3 a.m. into planned daytime fixes. It cuts waste, protects revenue, and keeps customers from walking into empty shelves. The bigger idea is a shift from many panes of glass to no pane of glass. Instead of asking people to wrangle alerts, AI agents coordinate HVAC, security, and maintenance, then dispatch the right technician with the right part only when one is truly needed. That is the road to self-healing facilities. Practicalities that matter now Let me explain why this resonates across industries. Whether you run a hospital, a university, a factory, or a grocery chain, you're wrestling with aging infrastructure and short supply of skilled workers. Richard sees the same pattern everywhere. Teams need guidance at the point of work, not another report. Natural language agents that answer plain questions and walk users through a task are winning hearts because they remove friction. Return-to-office adds another layer. Hybrid work has made space usage lumpy. Richard outlined how linking lease data, occupancy, and booking behavior helps leaders decide what to close, reshape, or scale. It also changes floor plans. When people do come in, they want project rooms and collaboration zones, not endless rows of cubicles. Retrofit is the sleeper story. You don't need a skyline of brand-new towers to get smarter. Low-cost sensors and targeted integrations are making older buildings more responsive than most people expect. That opens the door for progress without nine-figure capex. Energy, sustainability, and proof Boards want less energy spend and real emissions progress. The quickest wins are often hiding in plain sight. Richard walked through HVAC control that follows people, sunlight, and weather rather than fixed schedules. Lights that turn off when a room is empty are yesterday's news. Cooling only where teams are actually working is today's play. He also flagged a coming wave on factory floors. Many legacy motors and line components quietly draw more power than they should. Clip-on sensors can spot out-of-tolerance behavior so maintenance can fix the energy hog instead of replacing an entire line. That is the kind of operational change that lowers bills and supports sustainability targets with data, not slogans. Richard's timeline is refreshingly near term. He believes a large slice of the built environment will show real autonomy in three to five years. Not theory. Not demos. Everyday operations that quietly handle themselves until a human is truly required. If this conversation sparks an idea for your sites, stores, labs, or campuses, I want to hear how you're approaching it. What feels possible this quarter, and what still feels out of reach?

How Ireland is making homes warmer, cheaper to run, and lower-carbon—at real scale—and what you should actually do first. Ireland's Retrofit Race Ireland set out to decarbonise its housing by upgrading existing homes—insulation first, fossil heating out, heat pumps and other renewables in. Dr. Ciarán Byrne from the Sustainable Energy Authority of Ireland explains what “retrofit” really means, where the numbers stand, what's working, and how to start your own upgrade without getting overwhelmed. Ireland's Retrofit Race with Dr. Ciarán Byrne “Anything you do in this space is no-regrets work.” Dr. Ciarán Byrne C Dir Why listen to Ireland's Retrofit Race Plain-English retrofit 101: What counts, what doesn't, and why external wall insulation can make a whole street look brand new. Real progress, real targets: Thousands of upgrades each year, with a growing share of homes reaching a strong BER rating. Money + logistics, demystified: Grants that can be netted off your bill, low-cost green loans, and why using registered contractors matters. Old buildings, smart fixes: How “breathable” materials and traditional-home know-how avoid moisture traps in heritage fabric. Myths busted: You usually don't need to move out for a deep retrofit; confusion often comes from bundling retrofits with kitchen or bathroom refits. Ireland's Retrofit Race Pilot Projects Under 1 Minute Snippet Chapters (00:00:00) - What is retrofitting? A home-energy upgrade: insulate the fabric (walls, roof, doors, windows), then swap fossil heat for renewable systems like heat pumps.(00:03:00) - Targets & the clock: Carbon budgets arrive in five-year blocks; scaling now matters because the decade is “back-end loaded.”(00:04:30) - Scorecard: Applications and completions climbing, more homes hitting BER B2, and solid momentum behind insulation-first pathways.(00:09:30) - Scorecard: Applications and completions climbing, more homes hitting BER B2, and solid momentum behind insulation-first pathways.(00:16:00) - The homeowner journey: Make action easy; reduce clicks and complexity; balance demand with trained, inspected, registered contractors.(00:20:00) - Grants that actually move: Faster approvals, one-stop shops that can net off aid, and quality assurance through inspections.(00:30:00) - “Isn't this only for the wealthy?” Attic insulation is often the cheapest, best first step; green finance covers the rest.(00:33:00) - Deep retrofit myths: Staying put vs. moving out—and why people conflate retrofits with other renovations.(00:34:00) - Heritage & physics: Permeable vs. impermeable materials and a growing evidence base for doing old buildings right(00:37:00) - What's next: Optimised construction, off-site panels, digital twins—promising, but still at early stage locally.(00:40:00) - SEAI's role: “The meat in the sandwich”—bridging policy and delivery while simplifying, standardising, consolidating.(00:41:00) - 2026 success looks like… Bigger numbers, smoother customer journeys, and a confident supply chain.(00:42:00) - Final advice: Check your BER and advisory report, explore grants/finance, pick registered contractors, and start now.