University of the Built Environment
A monthly exploration into the world of sustainability in the built environment with commentary and input from University of the Built Environment’s Vice Chancellor and academics.
While much of the reaction to COP29 has been of frustration at the slow rate of change, December’s conference wasn’t without cause for measured optimism. The word ‘COP’ has come…
“I wanted to make sure I still felt immersed within a university and still felt completely part of something. UCEM is able to provide that – I feel completely supported."…
Here are several reasons why returning to higher education can be beneficial for your career aspirations and goals. Postgraduate study is on the rise. Just like the undergraduate route, Master’s…
“If I went into a bar and said to someone, ‘can you guess my job?’ I can guarantee you even on 10 guesses they're not getting it right”. Name: Courtney…
While prefabrication is emerging as a sustainable innovation in the construction industry, it’s actually a concept that’s been around for thousands of years. The construction process is complex and multi-faceted.…
What does it take to become a great leader in the built environment? Here are the traits and qualities of influential leaders, managers and mentors. From supply chain disruptions and…
Like many young people, Querida Matondo heard about apprenticeships not through school, but by knowing someone who’d been through the experience: in this case, her sister. Name: Querida Matondo Company:…
The built environment comprises a diverse and exciting range of sectors, but there is still a lack of representation at every level. We want this to change. ‘Be Part of…
Taran’s path to his quantity surveying degree apprenticeship began six years ago when he secured work experience at Arcadis: the same company that now employs him. Name: Taran Barard Company:…
“My manager always says I don’t blow my trumpet enough, but I feel lucky to be doing something that I truly love, and I just want to make a difference…
What are the different ways businesses attempt to remarket and camouflage their environmentally damaging products and operations? With concerns around the ongoing climate crisis growing and new legislation being set…
“The fact that I've been able to have a baby in the middle of doing all of this is remarkable!" Name: Jennifer Willis Company: VOA For Jennifer Willis, apprenticeships run in…
