Thursday 15 May 2025
Acoustics in Education
Speakers:
Shane Cryer
Peter Rogers
Venue: The Building Centre, 26 Store Street, London, WC1E 7BT
Time; 7.45 - 10.15am
With the 2025 Spring Budget on the horizon and following the sweeping tax changes of last autumn, understanding its potential impacts will be essential for everyone working across the built environment.
From shifts in public sector investment to rising employer costs and evolving tax policies, the way the construction industry responds to these changes will shape opportunities and challenges in the year ahead.
Join us as our panel unpacks:
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What the Spring Budget means for the public and private sectors in 2025
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Key public sector opportunities, from infrastructure funding to school and hospital projects
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Cost pressures facing employers, and what this means for the workforce
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Tax policy changes that could affect private developers and investors
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How the industry can adapt and plan ahead in a changing economic landscape
Speakers
Shane Cryer
Ecophon UK
Shane Cryer is the Education Concept Developer at Ecophon, where he leads the UK and Ireland education sector for the Swedish acoustics specialist. With a background in building and property surveying, Shane brings construction industry expertise to his current focus on room acoustics. He is an Associate Member of the Institute of Acoustics (AMIOA) and has collaborated with leading industry bodies including the RIBA and the Association of Noise Consultants to promote the implementation of BB93: Acoustic Design of Schools. Shane regularly contributes to CPD programmes, conferences and industry publications, advocating for the importance of sound design in improving educational outcomes and inclusivity, particularly for students with special educational needs. He also oversees a number of applied research projects aimed at demonstrating the long-term benefits of acoustic optimisation in educational settings.
Peter Rogers
Sustainable Acoustics
Peter Rogers is the Managing Director of Sustainable Acoustics, a Chartered Engineer, and a Fellow of the Institute of Acoustics. With over 30 years of experience in acoustic consultancy, Peter specializes in building and environmental acoustics, as well as noise and vibration control. He is a registered expert witness and has provided advice on high-profile projects such as the Millennium Stadium, Wimbledon Centre Court, the O2 Arena, Guy's & St Thomas' Hospital, and academic and research facilities at the Universities of Oxford and Cambridge. Peter advocates for integrating acoustic design with sustainability principles, aiming to create healthier, more inclusive environments, particularly in education and public sector design. His approach combines technical expertise with a personable, practical style, and he remains an active engineer. As the co-owner of Sustainable Acoustics, Peter continues to drive innovation and thought leadership in the field of Sustainable Acoustics.