e79: Revolutionising Building Use: The Don't Waste Buildings Movement

The conversation revolves around the mission of Don't Waste Buildings, a movement aimed at promoting the reuse of existing buildings to combat climate change and reduce embodied carbon. The speakers discuss the challenges and opportunities in the built environment sector, emphasizing the need for policy reform, economic incentives, and community engagement to shift the focus from new builds to retrofitting existing structures. They highlight the importance of collaboration across various stakeholders and the potential for significant social and economic benefits through adaptive reuse of buildings.

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00:00 Introduction to Online Publications and Technical Glitches

00:23 The Importance of Adaptive Reuse

07:14 The Economic and Social Opportunities of Retrofit

10:30 Changing Perspectives on Old Buildings

12:49 The Role of Local Councils and Policy Implementation

15:29 The Future of Building Development and Community Needs

19:23 Lack of Vision in Politics

21:07 Climate Responsibility and Governance

22:17 Decarbonizing Construction

23:26 Collaboration in the Built Environment

29:08 Engaging Communities in Built Environment

32:20 The Art of Persuasion in Climate Action

36:15 Drivers of Change in Policy

37:46 Financial Incentives for Sustainable Development

44:46 Global Examples of Successful Policies