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.
By Matthew Smith and Linda Serck Hosepipe bans are rife across England during August 2026’s drought, yet Europe’s largest data-centre cluster in Slough is guzzling millions of litres a day…
Following his appearance on BBC Radio 4’s Money Box Live: House Sale Nightmares, Associate Professor David Hourihan examines whether proposed reforms can bring greater speed and certainty to the homebuying…
By Jason Phelps Senior lecturer, School of the Built Environment On Monday 29 June, the MP for Makerfield, Andy Burnham, set out his vision - should he get the keys…
By Jordan Turner As policymakers champion the revival of Britain's high streets and town centres, PlayStation's move towards a digital-only future raises fresh questions for retailers, landlords and investors. Could…
By Linda Serck Britain’s homes and high streets were designed to keep heat in, now we have to learn to keep it out. Following the June 2026 heatwave, University of…
As a public inquiry weighs up a disputed route across the Berkshire estate owned by Pippa Middleton Matthews and her husband James Matthews, the case is shining a light on one of…
Location London, England Career journey BSc (Hons) Real Estate Management - First Class Honours - 2020 Phoebe joined JLL in early 2015 as a secretary, moving on to becoming…
Often, new UCEM students are returning to education after a long time away from studying. On top of this, they are studying part-time with us in addition to a full-time…
Phoebe Farrell completed UCEM’s BSc (Hons) Real Estate Management programme and became chartered last year. In her time studying with UCEM, she became only the second Student Trustee and our…
We will be hosting the 33rd UCEM Property Awards on Thursday, 15 October. Due to COVID-19, we will not be able to hold this in person but we will be…
