The built environment contributes 40% of the UK’s carbon footprint, with 80% of 2050’s housing stock already built. This project introduces Year 5 pupils in Salford and Blackburn to sustainable development and green engineering, focusing on retrofitting and eco-friendly construction.
Engineering ambassadors will teach pupils about decarbonisation, emission-reduction technologies, and energy efficiency. Pupils will design and build miniature eco-homes that include retrofitting, renewables and biodiversity preservation. A visit to Energy House 2.0 at the University of Salford will showcase cutting-edge green building research and inspire pupils to pursue careers in sustainable construction and engineering.
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