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Stories, updates and interviews as we progress towards a smarter transformation in the built environment.
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The BE-ST of 2024: 10 milestones from a transformative year
As 2024 comes to a close, we at BE-ST are reflecting on an incredible year filled with impactful projects, partnerships, and platforms.
Paisley Town Hall: A Historic Venue for BE-ST Fest
We are proud to host BE-ST Fest at this iconic, grade A-listed building with deep historical roots. Before its renovation, the surrounding community was losing out on the full potential of the space.
What BE-ST does #10: Encourage digital transformation
We help the sector to unlock the potential from digital transformation and data.
What BE-ST does #9: Host events and facilities for hire
You might have attended one of our 60+ events each year at the BE-ST Innovation Campus but did you know that you can hire our event space for you own meeting or event?
What BE-ST does #8: Drive equity and inclusion
We drive better equity and inclusion in the built environment.
What BE-ST does #7: Support career pathways
We support exciting careers opportunities and pathways in the built environment.
What BE-ST does #6: Share best practice
We provide access to knowledge, resources & inspiration.
Taking a plunge into diversity with DIveIN
Balfour Beatty recently took diversity and inclusion training through our DIveIN programme, in partnership with Radiant & Brighter.
What BE-ST does #5: Collaborate with key stakeholders for a Just Transition
We work with key stakeholders to support the Just Transition to Net Zero carbon.
What BE-ST does #4: Connect the sector with academia
We help the sector tap into Scottish academic expertise to solve the most pressing challenges.
What BE-ST does #3: Provide access to our Innovation Factory
We give industry access to state-of-the art equipment and technologies in our Innovation Factory.
What BE-ST does #2: Training and skills
BE-ST helps the sector access and grow new skills needed for a zero-carbon built environment.
What BE-ST does #1: Support our industry partners
BE-ST supports the development of new products, services and models with companies requiring support to advance a low carbon solution.
Managing sustainable impact: A tool for calculating carbon
Take a step in the right direction when it comes to carbon footprint
Strength in numbers: The story behind construction’s new Data Dashboard
Lorraine Wood, Performance and Data Analyst in the Programme Performance team at BE-ST, has developed a new Scottish Construction Industry Data Dashboard that presents key industry information from various sources in one place.
Developing new CPD courses for the built environment
Associate Impact Manager for the Digital Team, Kirsty Duncan, has recently been developing a new suite of free-to-use continuing professional development (CPD) modules alongside the Scottish Construction Leadership Forum.