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London South Bank University – Helping communities cut energy costs through free advice
London South Bank University (LSBU) is using its expertise to help local communities manage energy costs and improve home efficiency. Through its Energy Advice Centre, LSBU provides free, practical guidance to residents in Southwark and beyond, supporting those struggling with high energy bills and inefficient homes. Set up in 2023 with funding from the University...
The Old School Building Goes Solar: A Historic Office Space Embraces Green Energy
A landmark office building in Waterloo is taking a step towards sustainability with a major energy efficiency upgrade. The Old School Building on 4 Exton Street, originally built as a primary school in 1901, has undergone a transformative project to reduce its carbon footprint while supporting tenants with lower energy costs. Owned by the Southwark...
Building a Greener Future: LSBU’s Green Skills Hub
London South Bank University’s Green Skills Hub, in partnership with Lambeth, Lewisham, and Southwark councils, has created a virtual work experience programme and green sectors showcase for residents aged 16 and above. The LSBU Green Skills Hub collaborated with the councils and Springpod to develop this virtual work experience initiative, offering participants an immersive journey...
South Bank Flood Risk Roundtable: A Collaborative Step Towards Climate Resilience
This week, key stakeholders came together for the South Bank Flood Risk & Resilience Roundtable, an event focused on tackling flood risk from the River Thames and shaping a more resilient future for South Bank and Waterloo. Hosted in partnership with the Environment Agency, the roundtable convened riverside landowners, operators, and local partners to explore...
Innovative Sustainable Drainage Design Planned for Waterloo East
The South Bank and Waterloo Sustains Us partnership is thrilled to announce that £40,000 in funding has been awarded to develop an innovative landscape design in Waterloo East. Following the recent transformation and greening of Hercules Road, due to be completed in early 2025, this project will focus on streets south of Waterloo East Station,...