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Do we have the skills for a retrofit revolution?

Do we have the skills for a retrofit revolution?

Update: 2025-04-30
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The UK’s ambitious target to reach net zero by 2050 requires significant change across the construction industry. The retrofit of historic building stock will undoubtedly play a pivotal role in helping to improve energy efficiency and reduce carbon.

But against the backdrop of a growing skills shortage, will challenges across the construction workforce hinder the much-needed retrofit revolution?

In the latest episode of the 21CC podcast, two CITB experts convene to answer this question and explore the skills-related challenges and opportunities that will shape the retrofit sector.

The speakers are:

  • Wendy Osborn, head of strategic operations at CITB

  • Kevin McLoughlin FCIOB, managing director of McLoughlin Group Holdings and member of the CITB board



The discussion also addresses:

  • Are apprenticeship pathways into retrofit-related careers working?

  • How is the perception of retrofit skills and competence evolving, particularly in the aftermath of the Grenfell Tower Inquiry?

  • How is CITB working with employers to support the recruitment of new talent and upskill the existing workforce?



If you would like a transcript of the episode, please email Nadine.Buddoo@atompublishing.co.uk
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Do we have the skills for a retrofit revolution?

Do we have the skills for a retrofit revolution?