AECB GM CPD Webinar - Back to basics, introduction to UK Retrofit Standards

Unsure what performance standards to aim for in your retrofit project? Or perhaps you’re looking for a clear overview of the wide range of retrofit standards used across the UK?

Join us for our AECB GM webinar on Wednesday, 17th December 2025 at 12:00pm.

This session is ideal for anyone seeking clarity on retrofit guidance and is perfectly suited for logging CPD time under the ARB Environmental Sustainability Criteria.

This CPD includes a comprehensive overview of key UK retrofit standards, including:

• AECB CarbonLite Retrofit Standard
• Passivhaus EnerPHit Standard
• Building Regulations Part L
• PAS 2035
• PAS 2038
• Net Zero Carbon Standard

The Retrofit Standards will presented by our two guest speakers:

Hannah Dixon - Director of Progress in Practice. Architect, Certified Passivhaus Designer, and AECB Certifier.

Angela Connelly - Senior Lecturer, Manchester School of Architecture. Trained social scientist and passionate advocate for climate and environmental issues.

• Gain clear, comparative insight into the major UK retrofit standards
• Understand how each applies to retrofit projects
• Ask your questions live during our dedicated Q&A session

Don’t miss out—sign up today and secure your place!

Agenda

12:00 - Presentation from Angela Connelly and Hannah Dixon

12:45– Q&A led by Stephen McCusker

13:00 - Finish

So whether you're a designer, builder, developer or general eco-build enthusiast please join us for this exciting event and help to shape the AECB Greater Manchester.

Ticket prices

If you have an AECB membership the tickets are discounted.

Who are the AECB?

The AECB (Association for Environment Conscious Building) is a network of individuals and companies with a common aim of promoting sustainable building. Running since the 1980's the AECB are the largest and oldest network for sustainable building.

What do the AECB do?

The AECB bring together contractors, trades people, self builders, architects, designers, engineers, manufacturers, housing associations, local authorities and academics to help develop, share, train and promote sustainable building best practice. We promote excellence in design and construction.

What are the AECB goals?

The AECB want to help educate and help effect deep lasting change within the construction industry. We are part of the change to help better our lives (as well as others and the planet) & well being through comfort, health and sustainability in our homes. The AECB is run by its members and is an independent, not for profit organisation.

What is the GM Local Group
The AECB GM Local Group was initially formed from a collaboration between Progress in Practice, Manchester School of Architecture and MMU. The aim of the group is to bring together like minded construction industry professionals in the region within a supportive and progressive environment. There will be opportunities to learn, network and share ideas across a range of topics, all with the aim of furthering our knowledge and skills in environmentally conscious construction. If you'd like to get involved in managing the group and running events please contact the Local Group Leaders who can be found here.