Retrofit, Renewables and Real Work: Sustainability for T Level Building Services Students
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Sustainability isn’t just a buzzword – it’s shaping the future of plumbing, building services, and construction careers across the UK. In this episode of The Copper Connection Podcast, host Chris Bailey breaks down what sustainability really means for students, apprentices, and anyone working towards T Levels and technical qualifications in the built environment.
You’ll learn how construction contributes to UK carbon emissions, why space and hot water heating are such big players, and how smarter design, planning and site practices can transform the way we build. We unpack key concepts like sustainable construction, protecting the natural environment, and using renewable and recyclable materials in real-world scenarios you’ll recognise from college and site.
Chris also explains major industry frameworks – BREEAM, LEED, WELL, and PAS 2035/2038 – and shows how retrofitting creates massive opportunities for future tradespeople, especially in plumbing and building services engineering.
If you’re serious about a long-term career in the trades and want clear, practical insights into low‑carbon systems, retrofit work, and sustainable construction, this episode is for you.
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