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MEA Partners with College and Connexus for Hands-On Retrofit Training

Marches Energy Agency is thrilled to announce a new partnership with rural housing provider Connexus and Shrewsbury Colleges Group to provide a unique learning opportunity for its construction students. The collaboration focuses on retrofitting an empty bungalow in Shawbury into a home fit for the future, as well as offering students invaluable hands-on experience in sustainable construction techniques.

As the demand for energy-efficient housing solutions grows, this initiative presents a timely and practical approach to equipping the next generation of construction professionals with essential retrofit skills. Under expert supervision, students will gain first-hand knowledge of energy-saving measures, insulation improvements, and low-carbon technologies, contributing to the national drive for more sustainable housing.

Marcus Ayling of MEA said: 

“We’re really excited about the project, it’s such a great opportunity for valuable learning for all our partners in the project, not just the students. We will be offering regular Open Days to show our progress towards an energy efficient home, as well as providing videos and webinars along the way.

A huge vote of thanks to Connexus for the property and to the Energy Industry Voluntary Redress Scheme for funding this project.

There’s a vast amount of work to do to our housing stock in the UK. We have some of the oldest, draughtiest and dampest homes in Europe. But with a well-trained workforce with the right skills and experience, every home can be cosy, healthy, and cheap and green to run.”