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Buildings to prove they are net zero carbon with UK’s first agreed methodology: UK Net Zero Carbon Buildings Standard

A pilot version of the UK’s first cross-industry Net Zero Carbon Buildings Standard has been launched, providing a free-to-access technical standard to verify buildings as net zero carbon aligned. As a leader in this collaboration with prominent organisations, CIBSE has helped develop a Standard that provides a unified approach to defining net zero carbon within the UK’s built environment

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Published on: 25 May 23

Celebrating the Art and Science of Light, SLL welcome Helen Loomes as new President

Bridging the gap between the science and art of lighting, the Society of Light and Lighting (SLL) welcomes Helen Loomes as new president. Helen delivered her presidential address and laid out plans for the year ahead at yesterdays, SLL AGM, held at the RIBA on 24 May 2023.

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Published on: 24 May 23

Student Mentorship Pilot Takes Off

Recognising the need to cultivate a deeper understanding of the building services industry among university students, the Chartered Institution of Building Services Engineers Young Engineers Network (CIBSE YEN) has launched a mentorship programme.

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Published on: 24 May 23

ANZ YEN Chair reveals embodied carbon views, common entry mistakes and secrets to an outstanding entry

The next frontier of building services that demands attention is embodied carbon. To gain some valuable insights into the theme of the 2023 Young Engineers Awards, we reached out to Niro Siriwardena, Chair of CIBSE ANZ YEN and 2023 Awards judge.

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Published on: 24 May 23

Demand for engineers increasing, with rapid growth in green jobs

As the UK ramps up its focus on becoming a net zero economy, a new report commissioned by EngineeringUK finds that demand for engineers is predicted to grow faster than for other occupations and that vacancies for ‘green engineering’ roles in the UK have increased by more than half (55%) over the last 5 years.

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Published on: 23 May 23

Enhancing Engineering Practices and Professional Development in the ANZ Region: Insights from a Collaborative Workshop

In March of this year, CIBSE ANZ took advantage of a visit from the global leadership team to bring together building services consultants and kindred industry organisations over breakfast in Sydney. The objective of this gathering was twofold: to gather insights on the challenges and opportunities surrounding engineering registration, as well as to explore learning and development prospects for new engineers.

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Published on: 22 May 23

2023 CIBSE ANZ Seminar Series: Call for speakers

The 2023 CIBSE ANZ Seminar Series is set to kick off on Tuesday, August 22, with the theme of 6 Minutes to Midnight: Insights & practical solutions to make a difference in the built environment by 2030 ...and beyond. The event features five sessions that run each Tuesday from 12-2pm AEST, and each session explores the latest trends and innovations that can help us achieve a sustainable built environment by 2030 and beyond.

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Published on: 16 May 23

BEAMA Launches Future Homes Standard Report to Government and Industry

The Government’s commitment to regulate all new residential developments to be Net Zero Ready from 2025 is fast approaching and has laid down a clear direction of travel for building design and construction. Through the second stage of its Future Homes Standard consultation – due to launch later this year – there will be a requirement to future proof all new dwellings with low carbon heating, high performing fabric specification and a complementary ventilation strategy which will focus on the assured health and well-being of occupants.

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Published on: 15 May 23

Kevin Mitchell reflects on his year as CIBSE President

As he approaches the end of his terms as CIBSE President, Kevin Mitchell reflects on the previous year and shares some of his highlights for the latest CIBSE President's Blog.

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Published on: 12 May 23

Joint Competency Initiative (JCI) for the Envelope Sector

JCI Comms – Association of Associations on behalf of the Society of Façade Engineering

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Published on: 11 May 23

Celebrating future industry frontrunners, CIBSE Young Engineers Awards open for entry

Entry is now open for the CIBSE Young Engineers Awards (YEAs). The Awards recognise the best new talent entering building services and the diverse routes into the industry as well as those companies which go that extra mile to support, mentor and nurture them.

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Published on: 05 May 23

Spotlight Interview – David Stevens | CIBSE Facilities Management Group

Watch now: Spotlight Interview – David Stevens | CIBSE Facilities Management Group

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Published on: 05 May 23

David Stevens: Director of Estates - East London NHS Foundation Trust

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