Neil Savery, Chief Executive, Australian Building Codes Board provided an update reflecting the impacts of COVID-19 to the Scottish Government Building Standards In many respects the building and construction sector has fared better than most, as at no stage has it been subject to closure...
The built environment is a major contributor in the generation of the carbon footprint and professionals need to be focussed on the design and construction, utilising techniques that will minimise the production of CO2 and encourage its capture and storage. In the UK this process...
WOBO supports the use of sustainable materials and enhanced technologies to maximise their strength and use – reflected in the developments involved in this project. MalisGarten is the world’s first 5-storey hotel made entirely of solid wood. PEFC-certified glue laminated timber (binderholz glulam) and cross...
Judy Zakreski, Vice President of Global Services, International Code Council, America provided an update reflecting the impacts of COVID-19 to the Scottish Government Building Standards. The COVID-19 pandemic with which the world is still contending has impacted every aspect of life, and the construction and...
A recent earthquake registering 4.9 took place in North Queensland and serves as a reminder that ground movements are taking place at all times and that individuals involved in the design, construction, inspection and the end use of buildings should incorporate adequate measures to minimise...
Providing access to clean drinking water has been a challenge in some parts of the world for years. As the population grows and resources shrink, it becomes an even more pressing matter. New solar technology provides a possible solution by desalinating saltwater with minimal energy...
Successful utilisation of energy resources is dependent upon human behaviour and the actions taken within the built environment. Codes create standards, success is based on the human interface. Abstract Given that human behavior is increasingly recognized to play an essential role in building energy use,...
Fire and Water are killers and need full consideration at all times, both on small and major projects. This article provides food for thought…. Thinking about home improvements? Think about flood resilience During the summer months, many of us turn to garden projects and to...
WOBO Members and fellow professionals are dealing with a range of codes, regulations and performance criteria requiring decisions based on both their qualifications and experience – risk assessment. This is an ongoing process and the article linked below, written by Tony Roscoe, Head of Consulting...
The SUNShINE project – funded under H2020 Energy Efficiency – has successfully set up the Latvian Building Energy Efficiency Facility (LABEEF) to support ambitious energy renovation projects in multi-family buildings using Energy Performance Contracting (EPC). A project pipeline of over 30 buildings has been developed by the...
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