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
