United Nations: Virtual Information Session – NGOs in Consultative Status with ECOSOC

WOBO, as part of its work with the United Nations, is pleased to provide an update and links for information. Virtual Information Session for the NGOs in Consultative Status with ECOSOC (20 March 2023) You are able to access the recorded version of the event...

Fire Safety Updates

WOBO appreciates the receipt of updates relating to fire safety. Mitigating the risk of Lithium-ion batteries: Eight-step action plan Reports of fires breaking out due to the increased use of Lithium-ion (Li-ion) batteries are on the rise. Speaking at FIREX 2023 on Wednesday 17 May,...

edie News

WOBO thanks “edie” News for the links to Global activity. Global solar investments outpace oil and gas for first time Investments into solar look set to exceed that of oil production for the first time ever, with more than $1.7trn set to be funnelled into...

Australian Building Codes Board – May Update

WOBO thanks the ABCB for the development opportunities made available to WOBO members and fellow professionals. This month NCC 2022 was adopted with many changes coming into effect as of 1 May. Further changes will be applicable from 1 October as part of the transition...

Renewable Energy Updates

WOBO thanks Renewable Energy for a reflection on global activity. Philippines’ renewable energy sector accelerates as country aims for 35% renewables by 2030 According to a Philippines Insight Report released by the Energy Industries Council (EIC), the Philippines is ramping up its adoption of renewable...

Dates for Your Diary – Free Development Opportunities

WOBO recognises and thanks “Industry” for the support provided in the development of its members and fellow professionals. As a health and safety professional, what challenges are you facing in 2023? The landscape is changing rapidly. It’s never been more important to stay up to date...

Free CPD Seminar: Fire and Smoke Access Solutions

Take advantage of this opportunity for professional development. Gain exclusive information on managing access, fire safety and security requirements in your building for fire rated riser doors and steel doors, wall and ceiling access panels. This CPD looks at considerations to be made when specifying...

WOBO: Presidential Update

WORLD ORGANIZATION OF BUILDING OFFICIALS  IN SPECIAL CONSULTATIVE STATUS WITH ECONOMIC AND SOCIAL COUNCIL OF THE UNITED NATIONS  AND UNITED NATIONS INDUSTRIAL DEVELOPMENT  ORGANIZATION PRESIDENT’S LETTER – MAY 2023 As the restraints of the global pandemic are fading from view, the work of the organization is...

edie News Update

WOBO thanks edie for their links to development activities. Water ‘batteries’ and AI for algae: Ofwat allocates £40m green innovation funding Ofwat will allocate millions of pounds to 16 new sustainable innovation projects, including the UK’s first full-scale carbon-neutral wastewater works and a network of...

Master of Science in Photovoltaic Solar Energy (IES-UPM)

Photovoltaic – development opportunity. KEY FEATURES OF OUR PROGRAM Master of Science from Universidad Politécnica de Madrid Evening schedule from 3:00 to 8:00 PM Bilingual program taught in Spanish and English   International studentship   Attendance-based learning with a hands-on approach   60 ECTS – 1 year (September 2023 to July 2024)   Limited to 35 students   Program running for over a decade that has graduated students from over 20 different countries  Learn more…...

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