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The Futurebuild Podcast

Welcome to The Futurebuild Podcast, where we spotlight the drivers of positive impact in the built environment. Hosted by Martin Hurn, Futurebuild Event Director, each episode features inspiring conversations with leaders and innovators from across the industry. Join us as we explore how cutting-edge technologies, sustainable practices, and ground breaking projects are shaping a better future. Tune in to hear first hand stories of how these trailblazers are making a real difference in the built

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57:59

Episode 24: Building homes that last: Data, design &...

The Futurebuild Podcast ·

2025/09/03

In this episode of the Futurebuild Podcast, Elaine Toogood, Senior Director, MPA Concrete and The Concrete Centre. joins host Martin Hurn to explore how we can deliver homes that are truly fit for the future. From the risks of overlooking what’s behind our walls to the opportunities of low-carbon concrete, they discuss resilience, safety, innovation, and why housing policy must keep pace with climate reality.Explore more insights and case studies in The Concrete Centre’s Sustainability

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57:59

Episode 24 - Building homes that last: Data, design &...

The Futurebuild Podcast ·

2025/09/03

In this episode of the Futurebuild Podcast, Elaine Toogood, Senior Director, MPA Concrete and The Concrete Centre. joins host Martin Hurn to explore how we can deliver homes that are truly fit for the future. From the risks of overlooking what’s behind our walls to the opportunities of low-carbon concrete, they discuss resilience, safety, innovation, and why housing policy must keep pace with climate reality. Explore more insights and case studies in The Concrete Centre’s Sustainability

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55:07

Retrofit series | Episode 23 - From gas to green:...

The Futurebuild Podcast ·

2025/08/21

How do we retrofit commercial buildings to cut emissions — without compromising performance? In this third episode of Futurebuild’s Retrofit Series, Martin Hurn is joined by Ben Bartle-Ross from Mitsubishi Electric about the rise of heat pumps in commercial retrofit. From working with architects and consultants to overcoming real-world challenges at Bournemouth University and Chester Zoo, this episode explores innovation, collaboration, and what successful retrofit truly requires.Tune in

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55:07

Retrofit series | Episode 23 - From gas to green:...

The Futurebuild Podcast ·

2025/08/21

How do we retrofit commercial buildings to cut emissions — without compromising performance? In this third episode of Futurebuild’s Retrofit Series, Martin Hurn is joined by Ben Bartle-Ross from Mitsubishi Electric about the rise of heat pumps in commercial retrofit. From working with architects and consultants to overcoming real-world challenges at Bournemouth University and Chester Zoo, this episode explores innovation, collaboration, and what successful retrofit truly requires. Tune in

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49:02

Retrofit series | Episode 22 - Retrofit reimagined:...

The Futurebuild Podcast ·

2025/08/07

In this second episode of our new retrofit series, host Martin Hurn speaks with Varsha Ravichandran, Sustainability Consultant at Turner & Townsend and part of the RISE Retrofit programme team, joins the Futurebuild Podcast to explore retrofit as a cultural and technical challenge. She discusses balancing carbon reduction with architectural heritage, creating local green skills, and why changing mindsets is just as important as updating buildings. A fresh look at how retrofit can transform not

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49:02

Retrofit series | Episode 22 - Retrofit reimagined:...

The Futurebuild Podcast ·

2025/08/07

In this second episode of our new retrofit series, host Martin Hurn speaks with Varsha Ravichandran, Sustainability Consultant at Turner & Townsend and part of the RISE Retrofit programme team, joins the Futurebuild Podcast to explore retrofit as a cultural and technical challenge. She discusses balancing carbon reduction with architectural heritage, creating local green skills, and why changing mindsets is just as important as updating buildings. A fresh look at how retrofit can transform not

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50:11

Episode 21 - Beyond Greenhushing: The truth behind...

The Futurebuild Podcast ·

2025/07/24

Charlie Martin, CEO and founder of the Anti-Greenwash Charter, joins the Futurebuild Podcast to discuss the growing trend of greenhushing—where companies stay silent on sustainability due to fear of backlash. Drawing from the first annual Green Claims Pulse Survey, a collaboration between Futurebuild, the Carbon Literacy Project, and Hattrick, Charlie shares insights on why radical transparency and honest storytelling are critical to rebuilding trust and driving meaningful climate action in the

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50:11

Episode 21 - Beyond Greenhushing: The truth behind...

The Futurebuild Podcast ·

2025/07/24

Charlie Martin, CEO and founder of the Anti-Greenwash Charter, joins the Futurebuild Podcast to discuss the growing trend of greenhushing—where companies stay silent on sustainability due to fear of backlash. Drawing from the first annual Green Claims Pulse Survey, a collaboration between Futurebuild, the Carbon Literacy Project, and Hattrick, Charlie shares insights on why radical transparency and honest storytelling are critical to rebuilding trust and driving meaningful climate action in the

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53:31

Episode 20 - Embedding circular thinking:...

The Futurebuild Podcast ·

2025/07/15

Dr. Michelle Sanchez Brajkovic, Sustainability Lead at RSHP and Circular Economy Coordinator at the Architects Climate Action Network (ACAN), joins the Futurebuild Podcast to share her international journey in sustainable design — from early grassroots reuse projects in Venezuela to leading ESG frameworks and ISO certification at a global architectural firm. She also discusses her work with the Architects Climate Action Network and their new Circular Economy Policy Campaign, offering insight into

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53:14

Episode 20 - Embedding circular thinking:...

The Futurebuild Podcast ·

2025/07/15

Dr. Michelle Sanchez Brajkovic, Sustainability Lead at RSHP and Circular Economy Coordinator at the Architects Climate Action Network (ACAN), joins the Futurebuild Podcast to share her international journey in sustainable design — from early grassroots reuse projects in Venezuela to leading ESG frameworks and ISO certification at a global architectural firm. She also discusses her work with the Architects Climate Action Network and their new Circular Economy Policy Campaign, offering insight into

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01:10:41

Episode 19 - A decade of change: Redefining the role...

The Futurebuild Podcast ·

2025/06/25

In this episode of the Futurebuild podcast, host Martin Hurn sits down with Will Arnold, Head of Climate Action, The Institution of Structural Engineer, to unpack what it truly means to be a “guardian of materials” — and how engineering is playing a pivotal role in the shift toward net zero construction. From reducing embodied carbon to embracing circular design, material reuse, and social value, we explore how structural decisions can shape a more sustainable built environment.The conversation

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01:10:41

Episode 19 - A decade of change: Redefining the role...

The Futurebuild Podcast ·

2025/06/25

In this episode of the Futurebuild podcast, host Martin Hurn sits down with Will Arnold, Head of Climate Action, The Institution of Structural Engineer, to unpack what it truly means to be a “guardian of materials” — and how engineering is playing a pivotal role in the shift toward net zero construction. From reducing embodied carbon to embracing circular design, material reuse, and social value, we explore how structural decisions can shape a more sustainable built environment. The conversation

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53:22

Retrofit series Ep 18: Scaling retrofit: Funding,...

The Futurebuild Podcast ·

2025/06/10

In the first episode of Futurebuild’s new Retrofit Series, host Martin Hurn speaks with Simon Kemp, Growth and Innovation Director at Warmworks, about what it really takes to scale high-quality retrofit across the UK. Drawing on Scotland’s national programmes, Simon shares lessons England can learn to close funding and policy gaps while tackling fuel poverty and cutting carbon.They explore the need for a dual-track retrofit approach, the challenges of PAS2035, quality assurance, and the green

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53:22

Retrofit series Ep 18: Scaling retrofit: Funding,...

The Futurebuild Podcast ·

2025/06/10

In the first episode of Futurebuild’s new Retrofit Series, host Martin Hurn speaks with Simon Kemp, Growth and Innovation Director at Warmworks, about what it really takes to scale high-quality retrofit across the UK. Drawing on Scotland’s national programmes, Simon shares lessons England can learn to close funding and policy gaps while tackling fuel poverty and cutting carbon. They explore the need for a dual-track retrofit approach, the challenges of PAS2035, quality assurance, and the green

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01:06:53

Episode 17 - Collaboration in action: Inside the...

The Futurebuild Podcast ·

2025/05/27

In this episode of the Futurebuild podcast, host Martin Hurn talks with Ian Heptonstall about the origins and evolution of the Supply Chain Sustainability School — a game-changing initiative that began as a collaborative effort between major UK contractors. Ian reveals how competitors became partners to address a shared skills gap in sustainable supply chain knowledge and how the solution became a free, inclusive, and digital-first learning platform. With over 50,000 active users today, the School

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01:06:53

Episode 17 - Collaboration in action: Inside the...

The Futurebuild Podcast ·

2025/05/27

In this episode of the Futurebuild podcast, host Martin Hurn talks with Ian Heptonstall about the origins and evolution of the Supply Chain Sustainability School — a game-changing initiative that began as a collaborative effort between major UK contractors. Ian reveals how competitors became partners to address a shared skills gap in sustainable supply chain knowledge and how the solution became a free, inclusive, and digital-first learning platform. With over 50,000 active users today, the School

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44:12

Episode 16 - From vision to action: Driving...

The Futurebuild Podcast ·

2025/05/13

In this episode of the Futurebuild podcast, host Martin Hurn talks talks with Nuno Correia, Head of Sustainability at WilkinsonEyre. The practice behind iconic projects like Battersea Power Station and HS2’s Old Oak Common. Nuno shares his unique journey from civil engineering to architectural sustainability and reflects on WilkinsonEyre’s 40-year legacy of innovation, material efficiency, and bioclimatic design. This episode delves into how values like collaboration and technical integration shape

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44:09

Episode 16 - From vision to action: Driving...

The Futurebuild Podcast ·

2025/05/13

In this episode of the Futurebuild podcast, host Martin Hurn talks talks with Nuno Correia, Head of Sustainability at WilkinsonEyre. The practice behind iconic projects like Battersea Power Station and HS2’s Old Oak Common. Nuno shares his unique journey from civil engineering to architectural sustainability and reflects on WilkinsonEyre’s 40-year legacy of innovation, material efficiency, and bioclimatic design. This episode delves into how values like collaboration and technical integration shape

en

44:20

Episode 15: The future of sustainable heating beyond...

The Futurebuild Podcast ·

2025/04/23

In this episode of The Futurebuild Podcast, host Martin Hurn talks to Jaskiran Nagi, engineer and inventor of BOLT e-Boilers – the first battery-ready electric combi boiler. With heating responsible for a fifth of UK emissions, Jaskiran believes it’s time for a simple, scalable alternative to gas. They discuss the inspiration behind BOLT e-Boilers, the realities of innovating in the energy space, and why the UK’s net zero goals depend on smarter, more flexible home heating solutions. From policy

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44:22

Episode 15: The future of sustainable heating beyond...

The Futurebuild Podcast ·

2025/04/23

In this episode of The Futurebuild Podcast, host Martin Hurn talks to Jaskiran Nagi, engineer and inventor of BOLT e-Boilers – the first battery-ready electric combi boiler. With heating responsible for a fifth of UK emissions, Jaskiran believes it’s time for a simple, scalable alternative to gas. They discuss the inspiration behind BOLT e-Boilers, the realities of innovating in the energy space, and why the UK’s net zero goals depend on smarter, more flexible home heating solutions. From policy

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