Eco-anxiety: what is it and how can you combat it?
…at UCEM, I talked about being an environmental and social justice champion and how kindness and compassion are an essential component to being one. Eco-anxiety is another example as to…
Meet this year’s Responsible Futures Working Group!
…for sustainable development; and reflecting on the short- and long-term impact of work being carried out on sustainability. We launched this year’s Responsible Futures Working Group back in March, comprising…
The reality of eco-anxiety and how to confront it
…climate emergency or action, or something else entirely its up to you but reaching out to your community, no matter how big or small can be a powerful antidote. 2….
5 tips for becoming an environmental champion
…from ethical and sustainable brands, but since companies play a significant role in climate change, you can also sign petitions and pose questions to such companies on social media. There…
5 ways the built environment can avoid greenwashing
…environmentally friendly than they actually are, and a report by the European Commission found that 42% of companies are ‘exaggerating’ their sustainability claims. Learn more: What is greenwashing (and how…
Understanding green building certifications: why should you get one?
…a sale, command higher prices. Learn more: Green leases, defined: how can they improve sustainability in real estate? Incorporating sustainability through practices like biophilic design can also have health and…
Circular cities 101: how do they work?
…biomass and food, construction, consumer goods and plastics. As part of these strategies, the city has introduced community networks, innovation labs, fashion projects, plastic-free campaigns and more. 2. Glasgow The…
UCEM demonstrates excellent progress in 2024 National Student Survey results
…Chancellor (Student and Registry Services) commented: “UCEM are proud of these results and feel they reflect our continuing commitment to providing an excellent experience for all of our students throughout…
14 building materials shaping the future of the built environment
…offers competitive lifecycle costs compared to traditional concrete, due to its impressive thermal insulation properties. 11. Carbon fibre Carbon fibre is not a new material by any means, being most…
UCEM successful in Office for Students registration application
…is further recognition of UCEM’s commitment to excellence which supports the institution’s vision to be the leading, vocational, online university.” The registration falls under the ‘approved (fee cap)’ category which…
In focus: Our Sustainable and Innovative Construction module
…the ‘Sustainable and Innovative Construction’ module which is a core part of several UCEM MSc programmes, as well as being a popular elective and standalone module option. My students come…
‘The best way to kick-start your career in the industry’: Q&A with an apprentice and her employer
UCEM has worked in partnership with commercial property management and building consultancy firm, Workman LLP for many years. We caught up with our Chartered Surveyor apprentice (Building Surveying pathway), Tiffany…