Pursuing a career in a male-dominated industry: a Q&A with UCEM Programme Leader Priti Lodhia

For Be Part of the Change, we sat down with Priti Lodhia, Tutor at UCEM, to discuss her experiences as a woman in the built environment and academia. Earlier this…

How to select the right ESG goals and targets for your business

The best way to adopt, set and measure ESG goals in your organisation can vary greatly. Here are some considerations for yours. Environmental, social and governance (ESG) issues are quickly…

How higher education can encourage and support more women into the built environment

In the first article for Be Part of the Change, Charlotte Thackeray explores UCEM’s work to improve representation among women. By Charlotte Thackeray, Outreach and Inclusion Lead at UCEM In…

Understanding green building certifications: why should you get one?

More and more developers, businesses and homeowners are pursuing sustainability certification for their buildings, but is it actually worth it? The buildings our sector creates are at the centre of…

What is COP28 (and why is it so controversial)?

This year's global climate conference has been shrouded in controversy and debate from the outset. Here's everything you need to know. On 30 November, the United Nations will kick off…

Adopting a sustainability lens in everything we do – a Q&A with UCEM Vice Chancellor Ashley Wheaton

In this interview, UCEM Vice Chancellor Ashley Wheaton explains the inception of Globe and why UCEM is uniquely placed to make a difference on sustainability in the built environment. As…

Modular construction 101: here’s how it’s making buildings sustainable

Modular construction isn’t just another design fad – it’s a growing trend with huge potential to help us realise a sustainable built environment. Construction is under greater pressure than ever…

Overcoming substance misuse: my mental health story

This week marks Addiction Awareness week. To raise awareness of the danger of substance misuse, Angie shares her story of how she overcame her substance addiction. Addiction Awareness week is…

Climate change denial: 6 common myths, debunked

What are the biggest climate change denial myths, where do they come from, and how do they affect the built environment? In 2020, the United Nations (UN) declared a climate…

The pros and cons of carbon offsetting: is it just another form of greenwashing?

Is carbon offsetting actually having a positive impact on the environment, or is it just another way businesses avoid taking real action? Sustainability is in a state of transition. As…

Building climate competency: how UCEM is leading the way in professional sustainability education

A key ethos of UCEM’s Vision & Strategy to 2025 is to work collaboratively with those across the built environment sector, and part of this is to help shape major…

Built environment careers and the advantages of a vocational degree

Pursuing a built environment career? A vocational degree can give you the right combination of hands-on experience and qualifications. When you’re pursuing a career in the built environment, the right…