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PodcastsS4, E20: Good News: Floating Neighbourhoods, EU Nature Credits, and Ecosia’s Burkina Faso Tree Revival
Good News Floating Neighbourhoods, EU Nature Credits, and Ecosia’s Burkina Faso Tree Revival Floating Neighbourhoods, Ecosia in Burkina Faso and the EU’s Nature Credits Roadmap A short, sharp burst of optimism from the built environment. This episode: how floating neighbourhoods can power and protect themselves; why the EU wants to put nature on the balance […]
Jackie De Burca · 8/26/2025
PodcastsS4, E19: Everest: The Transformative Power of Nature: 8 Big Lessons from Everest with David Picton
The Transformative Power of Nature: 8 Big Lessons from Everest with david picton At Constructive Voices, we’re not only about the place and the things that happen within the built environment, we’re also about how the places are directly connected with us as people. Along with the creatures around us and how that actually plays […]
David Picton · 8/23/2025
PodcastsS4, E18: Good News: A New Way To Look At Sustainability & Pocket Forests & Retrofitting in Ireland
Good News: A New Way To Look At Sustainability & Pocket Forests & Retrofitting in Ireland In this uplifting edition of the Constructive Voices Good News podcast, we bring you a short, sharp burst of positive stories from the built environment — with a dash of conservation inspiration. TUNE IN, LEARN & BE UPLIFTED IN […]
Jackie De Burca · 8/14/2025
PodcastsS4, E17: Leading Change: Gretchen Gagel on Women Thriving in Construction
Leading Change: Gretchen Gagel on Women Thriving in Construction, S4, E17 “Great leaders ask great questions. As we progress in leadership, it’s not about having more answers — it’s about having more curiosity.” Gretchen Gagel Episode Title: Leading Change: Gretchen Gagel on Women Thriving in Construction 🎙 Host: Jackie De Burca 🎙 Guest: Dr. Gretchen […]
Dr. Gretchen Gagel · 8/11/2025
PodcastsS4, E16: The Energy Performance of Buildings Directive (EPBD): A Game-Changer for European Building Sustainability With Stephen Barrett of the IGBC
The Energy Performance of Buildings Directive (EPBD): A Game-Changer for European Building Sustainability With Stephen Barrett of the IGBC, S4, E16 – article & podcast LISTEN BELOW TO THE FULL EPISODE The Energy Performance of Buildings Directive (EPBD) is a European Union directive focused on improving the energy performance of buildings. It aims to reduce […]
Stephen Barrett · 7/28/2025
Constructive Voices NewsS4, E15: From Refugee Training To The Energy Performance of Buildings Directive And A Newborn Okapi
From Refugee Training To The Energy Performance of Buildings Directive And A Newborn Okapi – news podcast s4, e15 (6 minutes) Welcome to the very first edition of the Constructive Voices Good News Podcast— a short, sharp burst of uplifting stories from the built environment, with a side of conservation. Hosted by Jackie De Burca, […]
Jackie De Burca · 7/27/2025
PodcastsS4, E14: A Sustainable Snapshot of Cobh: Local Action, Global Implications
A Sustainable Snapshot of Cobh: Local Action, Global Implications S4, E14 “I just hope all this new development is done well. There’s a huge amount of ambition around Cork—but not enough legislation to measure the environmental impact.” Stephen Barrett “Cobh is still a beautiful place. The people care and want to do the right thing. […]
Stephen Barrett · 7/11/2025
PodcastsS4, E13: Building Smarter, Faster & Greener – Optimised Construction with Will Frost of Saint-Gobain
Building Smarter, Faster & Greener – Optimised Construction with Will Frost of Saint-Gobain S4, E13 “We are past the point of return for trying to save traditional methods of building. We need to focus on what is performing now and deliver with confidence.”— Will Frost “We don’t just need to build faster — we need […]
Will Frost · 6/30/2025
PodcastsS4, E12: From Shoreline to Skyline: Peter Robbins on the Rise of the Floating Economy
From Shoreline to Skyline: Peter Robbins on the Rise of the Floating Economy “Land is constrained—and shorelines are becoming launchpads, not limits.” Peter Robbins When you think of the future, do you picture space—or water? In this eye-opening episode, Jackie De Burca speaks with Peter Robbins, one of the world’s leading voices on the floating […]
Peter Robbins · 6/16/2025
PodcastsS4, E11: Greening Ireland: From Pocket Forests to Native Woodlands With Catherine Cleary
Greening Ireland: From Pocket Forests to Native Woodlands With Catherine Cleary ‘Greening Ireland: From Pocket Forests to Native Woodlands With Catherine Cleary’ is a feature created by Sarah Austin. We recently had the pleasure of speaking with Catherine Cleary, author, journalist, and the CEO & Co-founder of Pocket Forests. Having authored and co-authored 4 books […]
Sarah Austin · 6/2/2025
PodcastsS4, E10: Building a Greener Future: Carbon Capture with Neustark’s Anna Haas
Building a Greener Future: Carbon Capture with Neustark’s Anna Haas “We are turning a waste stream into a carbon sink — that’s the real magic.” 🎙️ Guest: Anna Haas, Business Development & Partnerships at Neustark📍 Topic Spotlight: Carbon Capture🗓️ Release Date: Tuesday 20th May 2025 Episode Summary In this powerful follow-up episode, Jackie De Burca […]
Anna Haas · 5/19/2025
PodcastsS4, E9: Zurich A Living Lab for Sustainable Cities With Anna Haas
Zurich A Living Lab for Sustainable Cities With Anna Haas Zurich Podcast Bookmark for Release 6th May 🎙️ Guest: Anna Haas, Business Development & Partnerships at Neustark📍 Location Spotlight: Zurich, Switzerland🗓️ Release Date: Tuesday 6th May 2025 Episode Summary In this insightful episode of Constructive Voices, Jackie De Burca sits down with Anna Haas from […]
Anna Haas · 5/2/2025
PodcastsS4, E8: Building Sustainability Into the Bottom Line with Kathleen Egan of Ecomedes
Building Sustainability Into the Bottom Line with Kathleen Egan of Ecomedes “At the end of the day, we have limited resources. This issue isn’t going away—so dismantling sustainability programmes is a short-term decision with long-term consequences.” “We’re trying to accelerate innovation by helping sustainable products get to market faster—and make sustainability a sales advantage, not […]
Kathleen Egan · 4/29/2025
PodcastsS4, E7: Floating Futures: Living with Water, Not Against It With Rutger de Graaf
Floating Futures: Living with Water, Not Against It With Rutger de Graaf We’ve fought water for centuries, but maybe it’s time to live with it—and even on it.” – Rutger de Graaf Tune Into This Fascinating Podcast Imagine cities that rise with the sea instead of sinking beneath it. In this eye-opening episode of Constructive […]
Rutger de Graaf · 4/13/2025
PodcastsS4, E6: Life Inside Cloughjordan Ecovillage – A Blueprint for Sustainable Community Living
Life Inside Cloughjordan Ecovillage – A Blueprint for Sustainable Community Living Life Inside Cloughjordan Ecovillage – A Blueprint for Sustainable Community Living is a feature and podcast created by Sarah Austin. Based on an interview with Peadar Kirby, a resident of Cloughjordan Ecovillage and a retired professor who has spent his academic career studying development […]
Sarah Austin · 3/24/2025
PodcastsS4, E5: Decarbonising Heat with Dr. Alex Mellor of Naked Energy
S4, E5: Decarbonising Heat with Dr. Alex Mellor of Naked Energy From the importance of tackling heat-related emissions to groundbreaking projects like the British Library’s solar thermal installation, this conversation dives deep into the challenges and innovations shaping the future of sustainable energy. “About 50% of primary energy and greenhouse gas emissions are tied to […]
Dr. Alex Mellor · 2/25/2025
PodcastsS4, E4: Inspiring the Next Generation of Built Environment Professionals with Craig Bloxsome
S4, E4: Inspiring the Next Generation of Built Environment Professionals with Craig Bloxsome If you’re an educator, industry professional, or student considering a career in construction, this episode is packed with practical insights on the future of built environment education. Craig’s passion for empowering the next generation shines through, offering invaluable advice for those looking […]
Craig Bloxsome · 2/4/2025
PodcastsS4, E3: What Is Your Legacy? Exploring Global Change with Sangeeta Waldron
What Will Your legacy be With Sangeeta Waldron In this compelling episode of Constructive Voices, Jackie De Burca sits down with author, PR expert, and climate advocate Sangeeta Waldron to discuss her latest book, What Will Your Legacy Be? Global Conversations with Changemakers. Sangeeta’s third book delves into the stories of 36 diverse individuals—artists, scientists, […]
Sangeeta Waldron · 1/18/2025
PodcastsS4, E2: Exploring Vancouver's Urban Design with Alexandra Steed
S4, E2: Exploring Vancouver’s Urban Design with Alexandra Steed: author, urban designer, landscape architect & city correspondent Tune into the first exciting episode of the Constructive Voices’ City Correspondents initiative with an enlightening discussion featuring Alexandra Steed. A seasoned landscape architect, author and urban designer, Alexandra shares her insights from her dual practices in London, […]
Alexandra Steed · 1/16/2025
PodcastsS4, E1: Paving the Way to Zero CO2 Cement with Ryan Gilliam of Fortera
S4, E1: Paving the Way to Zero CO2 Cement with Ryan Gilliam of Fortera In this exciting kickoff to Season 4, Constructive Voices host Jackie De Burca sits down with one of TIME’s Top 100 Climate Leaders for 2024, Ryan Gilliam, CEO and Co-Founder of Fortera. Cement production, a cornerstone of modern infrastructure, is responsible […]
Ryan Gilliam · 1/6/2025
Enfield Built EnvironmentS3, E24: Enfield Where Nature Meets Community With Sangeeta Waldron
Enfield Trent Country Park by Deposit Photos Enfield Where Nature Meets Community With Sangeeta Waldron Enfield is one of London’s greenest boroughs, blending nature with community.1 Located in North London, Enfield is home to the Lee Valley Regional Park, 123 parks, 37 allotment sites, over 300 hectares of woodland, and 100 kilometres of rivers and […]
Sangeeta Waldron · 12/23/2024