Forming the Future
The construction sector is transforming, and the choices we make today will shape the legacy we leave for tomorrow. Forming the Future is the podcast that explores how we can build more sustainably, more mindfully, and more beautifully for people and planet.
Hosted by Michelmersh, the UK’s premium producer of clay bricks, this series brings together the voices driving change across architecture, design, policy and product innovation. Each episode touches on the opportunities and challenges of building the future, from decarbonisation and urban mining to growing the workforce and the Future Homes Standard.
Whether you’re an architect, policymaker, designer, builder or simply passionate about the places we live and work, Forming the Future will leave you inspired to take action and to imagine what’s possible when we build with purpose.
Forming the Future
Urban mining and recycled construction products with Dave Mills
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In this episode of the Forming the Future podcast by Michelmersh, Sarah Le Gresley and Emily Herbert host a discussion with industry expert Dave Mills on the topics of urban mining, sustainability in construction, and the importance of apprenticeships. They explore the challenges and opportunities in reusing construction materials, particularly bricks, and the shift towards more circular practices in the industry. The conversation also highlights the significance of education, transparency, and the need for a skilled workforce to drive innovation and sustainability in construction.