Embodied Carbon Workshop in Leicester

An essential session on decarbonising the built environment,joined by Mesh Energy and ACAN!, and bringing together the region’s leading professionals and decision-makers for a hands-on exploration of embodied carbon, so you don’t just hear about Net Zero, you learn how to deliver it.

Embodied Carbon Workshop

🗓 Date: Tuesday 27 January 2026 | 17:30 - 20.00

🕣 Time: 17:30 - 20.00 (doors open 17:30 for prompt 18.00 start)

📍Location: Waterfront House,2a Smith House,Enderby, Leicester, LE19 1SX

☕Refreshments: Kindly provided by local initiative funding by RIBA East Midlands.

• 17.30 - Networking opportunity over drinks
• 18.00 - EMSP & SGP Introductions
• 18.30 - Talk by Doug Johnson founder of Mesh Energy
• 19.15 - ACAN! Doughnut Economics Workshop
• 19.45 - Conclusions & Outro

Host: SGP

An AJ100, award-winning architectural practice delivering innovative, commercially focused design solutions. Guided by our ethos We Care + We Challenge + We Deliver, we work across sectors including industrial, transport, healthcare, workplace, residential, mixed-use, leisure + hospitality, education and science + innovation.

With offices nationwide, we provide integrated services including architecture, masterplanning, interior design, health & safety, BIM and CGI, delivering high-quality, sustainable buildings from concept through to completion.

Guest speaker: Doug Johnson, Mesh Energy

We will hear from Doug Johnson, Founder of award-winning sustainability consultancy Mesh Energy, who will share case studies and insights into delivering net zero carbon buildings. Doug will also introduce Mesh Energy’s new peer-to-peer platform, designed to connect individuals and organisations actively working to reduce emissions.

Guest speaker: ACAN! (Architects Climate Action Network)

ACAN! is a network focused on decarbonising the built environment by connecting individuals and professionals responding to the climate and ecological crisis. Their Climate Literacy Group has developed a workshop exploring our relationship with materials, inspired by Kate Raworth’s Doughnut Economics, and considering both carbon impacts and wider social and ecological consequences across a material’s life cycle.

Why Attend? (Objectives)

Embodied carbon is one of the greatest challenges in modern construction. This session moves beyond theory to provide actionable insights. By attending, you will:

• Analyse Real-World Case Studies: Learn from Mesh Energy’s experience in delivering high-performance buildings.
• Master Material Life Cycles: Participate in an ACAN-led workshop inspired by Doughnut Economics to understand the social and ecological impacts of material choices.
• Access New Tools: Get an exclusive introduction to a new peer-to-peer platform for carbon reduction collaboration.
• Network: Connect with regional leaders in sustainability over refreshments provided by RIBA East Midlands.

Who Should Attend?

This workshop is designed for all professionals across the built environment sector, including:

• Fellow Architects, Engineers and Urban Designers
• Developers and Social Housing Providers
• Contractors and Supply Chain Managers
• Sustainability Consultants and Policy Makers

Doug Johnson | Founder, Mesh Energy Founder of the award-winning sustainability consultancy Mesh Energy, Doug is a leader in Net Zero design. He will share practical insights into reducing emissions and introduce a new collaborative platform for sustainability professionals. The Smart Renewable Energy Consultancy | Mesh Energy

ACAN! (Architects Climate Action Network) Represented by their Climate Literacy Group, ACAN! is a grassroots network at the forefront of the climate crisis response. Their workshop will explore the "life cycle" of materials, balancing carbon data with social and ecological responsibility. ACAN! Architects Climate Action Network UK

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Host or Publisher East Midlands Sustainability Partnership