WOBO is currently aware of the need to regenerate the construction industry and review activities in the global market. David Gibson identified an article by Turner and Townsend which is made available for your information and consideration Like the rest of the world, COVID-19 has...
WOBO Members and fellow Professionals deal with risks on a daily basis, however, the focus is on the “here and now” geared to the location and development of specific buildings. There are many instances where the global element is sidelined and not given due consideration. ...
Governor David Gibson, as part of WOBO’s research into remote inspections, is pleased to provide information relating to details of his communications with Dr Andrew Agapiou in respect of his current research project into remote inspection. “The use of advanced photogrammetry and Artificial Intelligence technologies...
The WOBO Governors acknowledge and recognise the problems related to COVID-19 and the availability of its members and fellow professionals to carry out site inspections, linked to projects under construction, and the need to explore alternative approaches. ICC have prepared a guidance document for use...
Elmhurst Energy has issued a reminder that the MHCLG has developed a new Energy Performance of Buildings Central Register which is due to be launched on Sunday 20th September 2020. This register will consolidate the four existing registers into one, and will cover all energy assessment strands...
WOBO receives many communications that reflect on activities linked to COVID-19. The following article reflects the need to consider risks and potential disasters that may occur in conjunction with the COVID pandemic. The article is of particular interest as it reflects developments dating back to...
Developments within the built environment are a major investment – materials, time and money. The article by Dean Oliver focusses on the use of system construction utilising light weight, pre-frabricated steel columns and trays with a potential for significant reduction in the construction programme. An...
Robin Whitlock’s article on the Renewable Energy Magazine website provides a reminder of the opportunity for participation in the Helsinki Energy Challenge where they are seeking new innovative solutions to create a carbon-neutral solution for urban heating. The Helsinki Energy Challenge has been set up to find...
COVID 19 – Following on from our recent Governors “ZOOM” meeting Raymond Y M Chan, Vice President, WOBO, Hong Kong SAR has provided a summary of his experiences. Effects of Covid-19 on Construction Industry in Hong Kong COVID-19 has affected communities globally. In this difficult...
Carbon dioxide drawn from the construction industry and related processes, such as steel mills, power plants and cement manufacturing facilities, may soon be injected into concrete to help the industry reduce carbon emissions. Research and development on the use of CO2 in concrete Mitsubishi Corporation...
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