Built Environment
Sharing best practice in the Built Environment sector by linking funders to finance seekers, inspiring collaboration and showcasing new innovation.
Built Environment at the Knowledge Transfer Network
The Knowledge Transfer Network’s Built Environment team can help you or your business with funding, expertise and connecting with innovators from other sectors.
Please contact our Built Environment Team:
Chris Bagley – Head of Infrastructure
Bruce McLelland – Urban Living Specialist
Mark Wray – KTM Buildings and Infrastructure
Mike Moseley – KTM Construction
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You may also be interested in the following KTN programmes:
The Infrastructure Industry Innovation Platform
You can also keep up to date with news, funding and events across the Built Environment sector by connecting with the KTN Built Environment group on LinkedIn or by following KTN Built Environment on Twitter.
News
07.11.2019
KTN-iX challenge - changing human behaviours to combat climate changeKTN-iX has listed a new challenge from ENGIE to identify innovative solutions that will help to instigate, facilitate and sustain these changes.
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13.11.2019
3 experts share their insights on the future of infrastructure maintenanceWe spoke with three experts about the relevance of geospatial data in infrastructure projects and their subsequent maintenance.
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14.11.2019
ISCF Transforming Foundation Industries: Fast Start Projects - Competition Briefing - Webcast recording and slides now availableThis event aims to bring businesses from different foundation industries together to work on common resource and energy efficiency opportunities.
Events
Wed, 8 Jan
Profiting By Innovation - Innovate UK in the East MidlandsWhere:
When:
09:00
5GICTRailNanoSpaceDesignEnergyHealthAviationAgri-foodAerospaceMaterialsChemistryForensicsTransportInnovationAutomotiveImmerse UKMicrobiomesHorizon 2020Urban LivingSolar EnergyEU ProgrammesManufacturingBiotechnologyCyber SecurityAI for ServicesRemanufacturingComplex SystemsNeurotechnologyIndustrial MathsSynthetic BiologyEnergy HarvestingBuilt EnvironmentInternet of ThingsMaterials SecurityGeospatial InsightsMaterials ChemistryMaritime and marineQuantum TechnologiesDefence and SecurityDigital & CreativeInfrastructure SystemsAdditive ManufacturingElectronic TechnologiesDiversity and InclusionPersonal Data and TrustSimulation and ModellingIndustrial BiotechnologyMaterials for CompositesNature Inspired SolutionsSustainable Aviation FuelAutonomous vehicles/transportAccess to Funding and FinancePosition, Navigation and TimingISCF Grand Challenge: AI and DataArtificial Intelligence in HealthISCF Grand Challenge: Clean GrowthIndustrial Strategy Challenge FundElectronics sensors & photonicsRobotics and Artificial IntelligenceISCF Grand Challenge: Ageing SocietySynthetic Biology Leadership CouncilSustainability & Circular EconomyISCF Grand Challenge: Future of mobilityUncertainty Quantification and ManagementCompound Semiconductors Special Interest GroupCommercialising Graphene and other 2D Materials...
Wed, 19 Feb
Materials Research Exchange 2020Where:
When:
09:00
ICTNanoRailSpaceEnergyDesignHealthAviationForensicsAgri-foodAerospaceMaterialsChemistryTransportAutomotiveInnovationUrban LivingSolar EnergyManufacturingBiotechnologyComplex SystemsRemanufacturingSynthetic BiologyEnergy HarvestingBuilt EnvironmentInternet of ThingsMaterials SecurityMaritime and marineMaterials ChemistryDefence and SecurityAdditive ManufacturingDigital & CreativeInfrastructure SystemsElectronic TechnologiesIndustrial BiotechnologyMaterials for CompositesAccess to Funding and FinanceElectronics sensors & photonicsSustainability & Circular EconomyCompound Semiconductors Special Interest GroupCommercialising Graphene and other 2D Materials...
Perspectives
19.01.2018
Connecting Materials: developing networks between innovative companiesBen Walsh, Innovation Lead – Advanced Materials, Innovate UK, talks about why the UK Government body doesn’t just give out money.
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11.01.2018
The view from hereDigital technology will be at the forefront of societal change this year.
11.11.2019
Geospatial Technologies, Infrastructure Maintenance and the Resilience of our CitiesMaking a city resilient in the face of natural disasters is a decade’s work. Geospatial Intelligence is here to help.
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06.12.19
GCRF Demonstrate Impact Competition Briefing Round 2 - London
Where:
etc.venues Victoria, 1 Drummond Gate, London SW1V 2QQ, UK
When:
10.03.20
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26.11.19
ISCF: Smart Sustainable Plastic Packaging (SSPP) Challenge Competition Briefing Event
Where:
etc.venues 133 Houndsditch, Liverpool Street, London EC3A 7BX, United Kingdom
When:
05.12.19
ICTDesignMaterialsChemistryInnovationSolar EnergyManufacturingBuilt EnvironmentEnergy HarvestingMaritime and marineDigital & CreativeMaterials for CompositesSustainable Aviation FuelNature Inspired SolutionsAccess to Funding and FinanceISCF Grand Challenge: Clean GrowthSustainability & Circular Economy...
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21.11.19
Inspiring Investment 14th January 2020
Where:
UK Business Angels Association Chancery House, 53-64 Chancery Lane Holborn London WC2A 1QS
When:
14.01.20
5GICTRailNanoSpaceDesignEnergyHealthAviationAgri-foodAerospaceMaterialsChemistryForensicsTransportInnovationAutomotiveImmerse UKMicrobiomesHorizon 2020Urban LivingSolar EnergyEU ProgrammesManufacturingBiotechnologyCyber SecurityAI for ServicesRemanufacturingComplex SystemsNeurotechnologyIndustrial MathsSynthetic BiologyEnergy HarvestingBuilt EnvironmentInternet of ThingsMaterials SecurityGeospatial InsightsMaterials ChemistryMaritime and marineQuantum TechnologiesDefence and SecurityDigital & CreativeInfrastructure SystemsAdditive ManufacturingElectronic TechnologiesDiversity and InclusionPersonal Data and TrustSimulation and ModellingIndustrial BiotechnologyMaterials for CompositesNature Inspired SolutionsSustainable Aviation FuelAutonomous vehicles/transportAccess to Funding and FinancePosition, Navigation and TimingISCF Grand Challenge: AI and DataArtificial Intelligence in HealthISCF Grand Challenge: Clean GrowthIndustrial Strategy Challenge FundElectronics sensors & photonicsRobotics and Artificial IntelligenceISCF Grand Challenge: Ageing SocietySynthetic Biology Leadership CouncilSustainability & Circular EconomyISCF Grand Challenge: Future of mobilityUncertainty Quantification and ManagementCompound Semiconductors Special Interest GroupCommercialising Graphene and other 2D Materials...
Event:
21.11.19
Inspiring Investment 13th October 2020
Where:
UK Business Angels Association Chancery House, 53-64 Chancery Lane Holborn London WC2A 1QS
When:
13.10.20
5GICTRailNanoSpaceDesignEnergyHealthAviationAgri-foodAerospaceMaterialsChemistryForensicsTransportInnovationAutomotiveImmerse UKMicrobiomesHorizon 2020Urban LivingSolar EnergyEU ProgrammesManufacturingBiotechnologyCyber SecurityAI for ServicesRemanufacturingComplex SystemsNeurotechnologyIndustrial MathsSynthetic BiologyEnergy HarvestingBuilt EnvironmentInternet of ThingsMaterials SecurityGeospatial InsightsMaterials ChemistryMaritime and marineQuantum TechnologiesDefence and SecurityDigital & CreativeInfrastructure SystemsAdditive ManufacturingElectronic TechnologiesDiversity and InclusionPersonal Data and TrustSimulation and ModellingIndustrial BiotechnologyMaterials for CompositesNature Inspired SolutionsSustainable Aviation FuelAutonomous vehicles/transportAccess to Funding and FinancePosition, Navigation and TimingISCF Grand Challenge: AI and DataArtificial Intelligence in HealthISCF Grand Challenge: Clean GrowthIndustrial Strategy Challenge FundElectronics sensors & photonicsRobotics and Artificial IntelligenceISCF Grand Challenge: Ageing SocietySynthetic Biology Leadership CouncilSustainability & Circular EconomyISCF Grand Challenge: Future of mobilityUncertainty Quantification and ManagementCompound Semiconductors Special Interest GroupCommercialising Graphene and other 2D Materials...
Event:
21.11.19
Inspiring Investment 7th July 2020
Where:
UK Business Angels Association Chancery House, 53-64 Chancery Lane Holborn London WC2A 1QS
When:
07.07.20
5GICTRailNanoSpaceDesignEnergyHealthAviationAgri-foodAerospaceMaterialsChemistryForensicsTransportInnovationAutomotiveImmerse UKMicrobiomesHorizon 2020Urban LivingSolar EnergyEU ProgrammesManufacturingBiotechnologyCyber SecurityAI for ServicesRemanufacturingComplex SystemsNeurotechnologyIndustrial MathsSynthetic BiologyEnergy HarvestingBuilt EnvironmentInternet of ThingsMaterials SecurityGeospatial InsightsMaterials ChemistryMaritime and marineQuantum TechnologiesDefence and SecurityDigital & CreativeInfrastructure SystemsAdditive ManufacturingElectronic TechnologiesDiversity and InclusionPersonal Data and TrustSimulation and ModellingIndustrial BiotechnologyMaterials for CompositesNature Inspired SolutionsSustainable Aviation FuelAutonomous vehicles/transportAccess to Funding and FinancePosition, Navigation and TimingISCF Grand Challenge: AI and DataArtificial Intelligence in HealthISCF Grand Challenge: Clean GrowthIndustrial Strategy Challenge FundElectronics sensors & photonicsRobotics and Artificial IntelligenceISCF Grand Challenge: Ageing SocietySynthetic Biology Leadership CouncilSustainability & Circular EconomyISCF Grand Challenge: Future of mobilityUncertainty Quantification and ManagementCompound Semiconductors Special Interest GroupCommercialising Graphene and other 2D Materials...
Event:
21.11.19
Inspiring Investment 7th April 2020
Where:
UK Business Angels Association, Chancery House, 53-64 Chancery Lane, Holborn, London WC2A 1QS, UK
When:
07.04.20
5GICTRailNanoSpaceDesignEnergyHealthAviationAgri-foodAerospaceMaterialsChemistryForensicsTransportInnovationAutomotiveImmerse UKMicrobiomesHorizon 2020Urban LivingSolar EnergyEU ProgrammesManufacturingBiotechnologyCyber SecurityAI for ServicesRemanufacturingComplex SystemsNeurotechnologyIndustrial MathsSynthetic BiologyEnergy HarvestingBuilt EnvironmentInternet of ThingsMaterials SecurityGeospatial InsightsMaterials ChemistryMaritime and marineQuantum TechnologiesDefence and SecurityDigital & CreativeInfrastructure SystemsAdditive ManufacturingElectronic TechnologiesDiversity and InclusionPersonal Data and TrustSimulation and ModellingIndustrial BiotechnologyMaterials for CompositesNature Inspired SolutionsSustainable Aviation FuelAutonomous vehicles/transportAccess to Funding and FinancePosition, Navigation and TimingISCF Grand Challenge: AI and DataArtificial Intelligence in HealthISCF Grand Challenge: Clean GrowthIndustrial Strategy Challenge FundElectronics sensors & photonicsRobotics and Artificial IntelligenceISCF Grand Challenge: Ageing SocietySynthetic Biology Leadership CouncilSustainability & Circular EconomyISCF Grand Challenge: Future of mobilityUncertainty Quantification and ManagementCompound Semiconductors Special Interest GroupCommercialising Graphene and other 2D Materials...
Funding:
SBRI: innovation in railway platform end and edge technology
Opportunity for businesses to apply for a share of £1.08m+VAT to develop solutions to detect and deter trespass at railway platform ends & edges.
Opens:
02.12.19
Closes:
22.01.20
RailForensicsTransportInnovationUrban LivingBuilt EnvironmentDefence and SecurityInfrastructure SystemsDigital & CreativeSimulation and ModellingNature Inspired SolutionsPosition, Navigation and TimingElectronics sensors & photonicsRobotics and Artificial IntelligenceISCF Grand Challenge: Future of mobilityUncertainty Quantification and Management...
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SBRI: innovation in automated survey processing for railway structure gauging, phase 1
Phase 1: businesses can apply for a share of £720k+VAT to develop a demonstrator for automated railway structure gauging processing. Phase 2: £1.08m.
Opens:
02.12.19
Closes:
22.01.20
ICTRailDesignTransportInnovationBuilt EnvironmentInternet of ThingsGeospatial InsightsDigital & CreativeInfrastructure SystemsElectronic TechnologiesSimulation and ModellingNature Inspired SolutionsAutonomous vehicles/transportPosition, Navigation and TimingRobotics and Artificial IntelligenceISCF Grand Challenge: Future of mobilityUncertainty Quantification and Management...
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15.11.19
Rail Innovation Exhibition
Where:
etc.venues 133 Houndsditch, Liverpool Street, London EC3A 7BX, UK
When:
21.01.20
Funding:
ISCF decarbonisation of industrial clusters: deployment
UK businesses can apply for a share of up to £1m to develop plans for decarbonising an industrial cluster. In phase 2 up to £131m will be available!
Opens:
28.10.19
Closes:
04.12.19
RailDesignEnergyAgri-foodChemistryMaterialsTransportAerospaceInnovationAutomotiveSolar EnergyUrban LivingManufacturingBiotechnologyComplex SystemsBuilt EnvironmentGeospatial InsightsMaritime and marineInfrastructure SystemsSimulation and ModellingIndustrial BiotechnologyNature Inspired SolutionsSustainable Aviation FuelISCF Grand Challenge: Clean GrowthIndustrial Strategy Challenge FundSustainability & Circular EconomyUncertainty Quantification and Management...