Training & Conferences

Training & Conferences

Listed below are a number of organisations and an example list of the conferences and training workshops they run. For the latest sessions and conferences check the organisation's website or alternatively check our events page.
Event Title Organiser Synopsis  Additional Information
Environmental good practice on siteCIRIAAdvice and guidance on how to effectively manage a construction site while reducing its environmental impacts. 
Materials for designers in the modern build environment

CIRIA

To enable designers to explore the latest trends and opportunities in regard to new and existing materials. It also explores how these materials can be used to address sustainability and climate change. Free Workshop
Construction EMSCIRIATraining course to provide guidance and assistance in the production of Environmental Management Systems (EMS) for both clients and their supply chain. 
Site Waste Management Plan (SWMP) WorkshopEnvirowiseTraining course to provide advice and assistance to companies on how to formulate a SWMP to meet regulations, and information on how to profit from improved resource efficiency. 
Sustainable Construction- Practical Advice for Planners and DevelopersWWFA website that has been set up to provide guidance and advice to the construction industry on issues including natural resources and waste. Free Access
Sustainable Construction WorkshopsCCIA trial workshop that looked at sustainable construction and how it could be integrated into company policy by making participants aware of governmental drivers, industrial drivers, and potential cost benefits. Training covered a number of tools and techniques to help organisations plan and construct in a sustainable manner.CCI also provides training courses in Environmental Management Systems, ISO 14001 workforce awareness and IEMA foundation certificates.
Construction Waste and Waste ManagementInstitution of Civil Engineers- Thomas Telford TrainingThe main objectives of the course are to inform delegates of the impacts of construction waste, the legal frameworks involved, advice on waste minimisation and resource efficiency and to inform on the requirements of a SWMP.Maximum Number of delegates: 16
Recycling and Waste Management ConferenceEMAP ConferencesAn event where professionals dealing with Waste and Recycling issues can showcase products and ideas. It also offers business representatives the chance to speak to industry experts and discuss their specific business problems and objectives. 
Sustainable Procurement: Delivering improvements in strategy and processBSIAn annual event where BSI can update delegates on a number of issues including the financial benefits of sustainable procurement, and the socio-economic barriers involved. Also included is a post-conference workshop on the issues covered, and how these relate to your specific industry and business. 
 European Waste ConferenceENDS ReportAdvice on how businesses can move from theoretical to practical, economically sound, means of waste reduction and recycling. This includes general policy advice and specific guidelines on construction waste.A directory of course providers can also be found on the ENDS website.
Good Homes Alliance (GHA) Site VisitsGHAOrganise 1-day site visits to sustainable build projects. Check the GHA website for upcoming visits.Free for GHA members
Fees will apply unless otherwise stated.