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17 Oct 2025

Retrofit and decarbonisation: it’s time to rethink the route to scale

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Retrofit with purpose: rethinking decarbonisation and design Across the UK, the call for mass retrofit grows louder by the month. Buildings account for around 40 per cent of our carbon emissions, and if we are serious about meeting net zero targets, large-scale retrofit is non-negotiable. Yet despite the ambition, the path we are currently paving could make true scale impossible. From May 29, 2025, new rules in England require all new Air Source Heat Pump (ASHP) installations to comply with the MCS 020a standard, but the new rules will not come into effect until May 29, 2026. From this date, all air source…

03 Oct 2025

By Carl Dodd

Government targets to restore our native forests could be delivered 81 years late!

2025, air pollution, biodiversity, Carl Dodd, decarbonisation, ecosystem, energy efficiency, energy sufficiency, Environment, forest bathing, lifestyle transformation, low impact, low carbon living, mindfulness, Nature, Net Zero Carbon, one planet living, organic, peat restoration, PRL, Property Revolutions Ltd., reduce carbon footprint, rewilding, Shinrin-yoku, sustainability, sustainable living

Hardcastle Crags, Hebden Bridge (13th July 2025). CREDIT: Wild Card Wild Card: their powerful petition A huge show of public support is continuing after it was revealed that Government targets to restore native forest could well be delivered 81 years late... unless urgent action is taken now. A petition calling on Forestry England to fulfil its commitment to bring back the nation's "ghost woods" - ancient woodland sites felled and replaced by timber plantations in the 20th century - has been signed by over 120,000 members of the public. The milestone was reached less than three weeks after the launch of the petition,…

01 Aug 2025

By Carl Dodd

The rise of van life

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500,000 - and rising... Did you know that over half a million people in the UK live in either vans or campervans? And, it's a rising trend: there are over 16,000 motorhomes registered each year. To understand why they have chosen such a nomadic lifestyle, we thought we'd take a deep dive into what life is like when the holiday never ends. The promise of an easier, trouble-free life? Is it perhaps the allure of a 'freer' life, the call of spontaneous adventure, or the embrace of a minimalist lifestyle that has propelled van life into a prominent cultural phenomenon? Whatever…

18 Jul 2025

By Carl Dodd

The Green Register: leading the way in sustainable construction

biodiversity, Carl Dodd, climate resilience, ecosystem, energy efficiency, energy sufficiency, Environment, green sector, greenwash, greenwashing, Heatwave, housing, lifestyle transformation, low impact, low carbon living, Nature, Net Zero Carbon, one planet living, PRL, Property Revolutions Ltd., reduce carbon footprint, Retrofit PRL, sustainability, sustainable living, tenants, the green register

Building a Greener future In an era of rising climate concerns, resource constraints, and urgent calls for environmental action, the construction industry has emerged as both a challenge and an opportunity. Responsible for nearly 40% of global carbon emissions, the built environment has immense potential to shift from being part of the problem to becoming a cornerstone of the solution. At the heart of this transformation is a growing community of professionals committed to sustainable, high-performance building - and one organisation that has consistently championed this mission for over two decades is The Green Register. Now, with Property Revolutions Limited…

04 Apr 2025

By Carl Dodd

A new era for England’s woodlands

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An overview of the Western Forest Initiative The Western Forest Initiative represents a transformative approach to woodland management and environmental sustainability in England. Launched with the ambitious goal of planting 20 million trees by the year 2050, this project aims to counter the effects of climate change while enhancing local biodiversity. The initiative is not merely about tree planting; it encompasses a broader vision for the creation of 2,500 hectares of new woodland, which will serve both ecological and social purposes. One of the primary objectives of the Western Forest initiative is to mitigate the detrimental impacts of deforestation and…

07 Feb 2025

By Carl Dodd

How the Net Zero Strategy is reshaping Business

2025, affordable warmth, biodiversity, Carl Dodd, circular economy, ecosystem, electric vehicle, energy efficiency, energy sufficiency, EV, lifestyle transformation, low impact, low carbon living, Net Zero Carbon, peat restoration, PRL, Property Revolutions Ltd., recycling, reduce carbon footprint, Retrofit PRL, sustainability

Councillor Steve Evans, City of Wolverhampton Council's cabinet member for city environment and climate change, with council parking attendant Jaswant Bhambra and the new all-electric vans A defining moment for UK businesses The UK has committed to achieving net zero carbon emissions by 2050, an ambitious target that is already reshaping the business landscape. As we move further into 2025, businesses across all sectors are facing new challenges and opportunities as they adapt to policies and regulations designed to accelerate decarbonisation. With key milestones such as a 78% emissions reduction by 2035 and the phasing out of petrol and diesel…

06 Dec 2024

By Carl Dodd

AI and its growing role in conservation

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Futuring the forests The rainforests of South America, despite their immense ecological importance, are increasingly under threat from illegal logging and other destructive activities. Monitoring these vast and remote areas poses a significant challenge. While satellite surveillance offers some capability, it has notable limitations, and on-the-ground patrols are inherently constrained by the sheer size and inaccessibility of the terrain. Enter the drones: equipped with advanced cameras and motion sensors, they provide a game-changing solution. These aerial devices silently navigate through the forest canopy, detecting even the faintest signs of illegal activities. By integrating Artificial Intelligence (AI), data collected by drones…

08 Nov 2024

By Carl Dodd

Pioneering technology is revolutionising nature restoration in UK forests

air quality, bees, biodiversity, Carl Dodd, ecosystem, forest bathing, KLB – Scottish NZC, mindfulness, Nature, one planet living, PRL, Property Revolutions Ltd., rewilding, Shinrin-yoku, sustainability

Image: Polly device. (Credit: AGRISOUND. Forestry England/Crown copyright.) Unprecedented insights into biodiversity As climate change and biodiversity loss dominate global headlines, a remarkable initiative in the UK is leveraging advanced technology to combat these crises. Forestry England (FE), the organisation managing over 1,500 woodlands, is spearheading a ground-breaking effort to better understand and restore the delicate ecosystems within the nation's forests. By utilising cutting-edge tools like environmental DNA (eDNA) sampling and bioacoustic devices, FE is achieving unprecedented insights into the biodiversity of these natural spaces. Transforming biodiversity monitoring with eDNA Environmental DNA, or eDNA, has emerged as a revolutionary tool…

11 Oct 2024

By Carl Dodd

Wildlife Trust project reveals ancient woodlands

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Ancient woodlands are rediscovered A two-year project across three counties (Bedfordshire, Cambridgeshire and Northamptonshire) has uncovered more than 1,300 hectares (3,271 acres) of previously unknown ancient woodland. The total area of ancient woodland in the area is now known to be 12,552 hectares (31,016 acres). The woods that have existed since 1600, are packed with a range of forest-loving plant life, fungi, insects and micro-organisations, that make up some 2.5% of UK land (609,990 hectares or 1,507,318 acres). Towards the 'ancient woodland' designation To be designated as ancient woodland, an area would have to have been wooded continuously since at…

27 Sep 2024

By Carl Dodd

Eco-friendly ways to make the most of autumn

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Welcoming autumn into our homes and gardens As the vibrant colours of autumn unfold - and the inclement weather returns - many of us are reflecting on how to make our homes cosier and our gardens more inviting. This season is the perfect time to implement eco-friendly habits that benefit both the environment and our households. From energy savings to wildlife conservation, this blog provides practical tips to help you make this autumn your greenest yet. Preparing your home for cooler days As temperatures begin to drop, the temptation to turn up the heating can be strong. However, energy use…