Épisodes

  • S3 Ep6: Inclusive Design

    S3 Ep6: Inclusive Design
    Apr 15 2025
    In this episode of Beyond Brunel, presenter Christopher Ackland is joined by Steve Maslin, Associate, Technical Authority for Inclusive Design, AtkinsRéalis, and Pam Turton, Head of Transport Strategy, Sustainable Communities, Bath & North East Somerset Council, to gain a better understanding of inclusive design and why it should be a fundamental necessity in infrastructure planning.

    Topics discussed include the difference between inclusivity and accessibility, the importance of co-design through community engagement, and the need to integrate systems to create an holistic approach to infrastructure development.

    From the South West Infrastructure Partnership, supported by ICE South West.
    Produced by Fresh Air Studios, South West Podcast Studios in Plymouth.
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    29 min
  • S3 Ep5: Hydrogen

    S3 Ep5: Hydrogen
    Mar 11 2025
    According to the World Economic Forum, “Hydrogen is the simplest and most abundant element in the universe… And, if generated using renewables, it can be a clean alternative to burning fossil fuels”, so why have we been reluctant to develop and use it as a sustainable energy alternative?

    In this episode of Beyond Brunel, presenter Christopher Ackland is joined by David Eccles, Director of Hydrogen South West, and Steph Jary, Deputy Director of Western Gateway, to discuss whether hydrogen has the potential to be a key player in the future of infrastructure development in the South West. Together, they explore the potential of hydrogen technology, its challenges, and the opportunities it presents for our region.

    From the South West Infrastructure Partnership, supported by ICE South West.

    Produced by Fresh Air Studios, Podcast Studios in Devon.
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    32 min
  • S3 Ep4: Circular Economy

    S3 Ep4: Circular Economy
    Feb 11 2025
    What is the circular economy and how is the South West approaching circularity in order to make strides towards sustainability?
    In this episode of Beyond Brunel, Christopher Ackland is joined by Hannah Lawrie, Global Practice Director at Ricardo, and Tim Danson, Director of Sustainability and Energy at Pick Everard, to explore the concept of circularity and what it will take to transition from a linear economy to a more regenerative model.
    Together they discuss what a closed-loop system looks like, innovative business models, the importance of collaboration, the role of data, and inspiring case studies from the South West, including Filton Airfield and Arc Marine.
    From the South West Infrastructure Partnership, supported by ICE South West.

    Produced by Fresh Air Studios, Plymouth - One of the largest podcast facilities in the South West.
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    36 min
  • S3 Ep3: Landscapes and Green Infrastructure

    S3 Ep3: Landscapes and Green Infrastructure
    Jan 13 2025
    The South West is home to two UNESCO World Heritage Sites, a UNESCO Geopark, and the first National Marine Park, among many other natural assets, but how do we recognise these assets as critical infrastructure that support the economy, public health, and climate resilience?
    In this episode of Beyond Brunel, Chris Ackland is joined by Julian Gray, Director of the South West Coast Path Association, and Dr. Catherine Broomfield, Vice Chair of the Trustees at the Campaign for National Parks. They explore the vital intersection of tourism, landscape, and infrastructure and how we can protect our green infrastructure for future generations.

    From the South West Infrastructure Partnership, supported by ICE South West.
    Produced by Fresh Air Studios, Plymouth - Podcast Studios in Devon serving the South West.
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    33 min
  • S3 Ep2: Electricity Connectivity & Capacity

    S3 Ep2: Electricity Connectivity & Capacity
    Dec 11 2024
    Electricity demand could quadruple by 2050 to support decarbonization and the South West faces significant challenges – and opportunities - in readying its electricity network for the future.
    In this episode of Beyond Brunel, host Christopher Ackland, coastal engineer at Moffatt & Nichol and senior vice chair of ICE South West, is joined by Emily Taylor, Strategic Engagement Officer at National Grid, and Mark Holmes, Head of Environmental Partnerships and Climate Change at Cornwall Council, to gain some valuable insights into the evolving electricity network in the region and the collaborative efforts needed to ensure it meets future demands.
    From the South West Infrastructure Partnership, supported by ICE South West.

    Produced by Fresh Air Studios, Plymouth: Podcast Studios in Devon
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    32 min
  • S3 Ep1: Infrastructure for Growth

    S3 Ep1: Infrastructure for Growth
    Nov 11 2024
    The Beyond Brunel podcast is back for its third season, and in Episode 1 we ask how does infrastructure directly impact economic growth, particularly in a region like the South West?
    Civil Engineer & Senior Vice Chair of ICE South West, Christopher Ackland, returns as podcast host and is joined by Jan Ward, Chair of Plymouth and South Devon Freeport, and Dan Pritchard, Founder of Tech South West. They discuss the significant capabilities in the region and share some infrastructure success stories, highlighting emerging opportunities especially in the green-blue space. They also focus on the challenge of attracting venture capital investment and creating "investor ready" companies.

    From the South West Infrastructure Partnership, supported by ICE South West.
    Produced by Fresh Air Studios, Podcast Studios in the South West.
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    30 min
  • S2 Ep6: Can infrastructure help the South West end inequality?

    S2 Ep6: Can infrastructure help the South West end inequality?
    Apr 15 2024

    In S2 Episode 6 of the Beyond Brunel podcast, presenter Chris Ackland poses this challenging question to Peter Radford, Associate Director at Turner & Townsend Infrastructure, and Alicia de Haldevang, Sustainability and Inequalities Consultant at Stantec.

    Topics they discuss include the role of infrastructure in addressing inequalities, how to measure the impact of infrastructure on areas such as poverty, and whether it’s possible to deliver infrastructure that is both sustainable and equitable.

    From the South West Infrastructure Partnership, supported by ICE South West.

    Produced by Fresh Air Studios Studios, Plymouth.
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    32 min
  • Does the South West need a rethink on roads?

    Does the South West need a rethink on roads?
    Mar 18 2024

    The South West has 620 miles of motorway and strategic A-roads as well as one of the largest networks in the UK of local roads, many of which are vital to small, rural communities. In this podcast, Christopher Ackland is joined by Richard Stevens, Managing Director, Plymouth CityBus (Go South West), and Jason Humm, Director of Transport and Highways, Gloucestershire County Council, to discuss the challenges of highway maintenance, improving resilience of the roads in the face of more extreme weather events and equipping the network for a more sustainable future.

    From the South West Infrastructure Partnership, supported by ICE South West.

    Produced by Fresh Air Studios, the Podcast Production Company. www.freshairstudios.co.uk

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    33 min