5 circular business models (and how they can give you a competitive advantage)

Did you know that the built environment and construction industry is responsible for generating one-third of the world’s waste and at least 40% of its carbon dioxide emissions? When compared…

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…

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…

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…

UCEM INSPIRE: net zero building and biodiversity for a sustainable future

This article is the fifth in our series of posts covering our second INSPIRE event this summer. Read our previous piece on sustainability leadership here - UCEM INSPIRE: experts define…

What does sustainability mean to you? UCEM staff and students share their thoughts

This week, UCEM is hosting Climate and Social Action Week (CASA) – a series of online and hybrid events and activities exploring sustainability and climate action. Learn more: Join UCEM…