CIBSE News

Article category: News
Published on: 05 Aug 24

Deadline approaching for CIBSE response to BS 40104 consultation

The deadline to contribute to CIBSE’s response on the BS 40104 Retrofit Assessment draft is 8th September, with the consultation closing on 22nd September

Article category: News
Published on: 04 Aug 24

Contribute to CIBSE’s response on National Planning Policy Framework revisions

The deadline to contribute to CIBSE’s response on the proposed revisions to the National Planning Policy Framework is 10th September, with the consultation closing on 24th September 2024. Your feedback is essential in shaping sustainable growth and policy improvements in the planning system

Article category: News
Published on: 31 Jul 24

BBC News highlights CIBSE’s expertise on managing overheating in homes

CIBSE was featured on BBC News discussing strategies to address overheating in homes amid recent high temperatures. Dr Zoe De Grussa, CIBSE’s Technical Research Manager, provided expert insights on effective cooling solutions and highlighted the health risks associated with hot homes

Article category: News
Published on: 30 Jul 24

Crane Fluid Systems awarded ECV Certification by CIBSE Certification

Crane Fluid Systems has received the Embodied Carbon Verification (ECV) certification from CIBSE Certification, in line with the methodology and tools of CIBSE TM65 (2021), for their Pressure Independent Control Valve DN15 – DN50. This certification highlights Crane Fluid Systems’ commitment to sustainability and demonstrates their product's green credentials

Article category: News
Published on: 23 Jul 24

CIBSE announces winner of the 2024 Ken Dale Bursary

CIBSE has announced William Holley, a Mechanical Engineer at Buro Happold Engineering, as the 2024 Ken Dale Bursary winner. William will travel to Germany, Finland, China and Japan to study the integration of heat pump technology in the built environment

Article category: News
Published on: 22 Jul 24

Will AI take buildings to Net Zero energy?

All 5 live, weekly sessions will be recorded and available to attendees, but you might want to attend the second session of the CIBSE ANZ seminar series live to engage in the conversation. Speakers will explore the diverse applications of AI in enhancing the functionality, efficiency, and sustainability of building systems, from the feasibility stage through to fine-tuning of existing buildings.

Article category: News
Published on: 18 Jul 24

CIBSE’s response to the King's Speech

CIBSE welcomes the government's commitment to infrastructure and housing development, as well as its focus on clean energy and sustainability, as outlined in the King's Speech

Article category: News
Published on: 17 Jul 24

CIC makes 56 recommendations for a better built environment ahead of King’s Speech

The Construction Industry Council (CIC) has published policy recommendations urging the new Government to enhance economic growth and national health through improvements in the built environment.

Article category: News
Published on: 17 Jul 24

Getting to know CIBSE trainer: Tom Wise

Currently the Queensland Director of WSce, Tom has been honing his Hydraulic Services Engineering skills in the Healthcare sector since 2010. He is involved in many working groups and ABCB committees, assisting to develop standards and best practice guidelines. Described by our students as “fantastic”, “clearly an expert” and “talented and knowledgeable” we chat to Tom about his experiences as an engineer, CIBSE trainer and fly fishing enthusiast.

Article category: News
Published on: 17 Jul 24

PhD student sought for research into minimising noise impact of ASHPs

The outputs of the proposed research will contribute to alleviating the noise concerns around Air Source Heat Pumps

Article category: News
Published on: 16 Jul 24

Who will you nominate?

Workplace mentors play a vital role in the early development of an engineer’s career. The CIBSE ANZ Young Engineer Champion of the Year is a way to honour an individual who has impacted or inspired you. Ahead of entries closing on 29 July, we asked CIBSE committee members who inspired them in the early stages of their career and what lasting impact they had.