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...
Information is key and the activities relating to BIM, the collection, storage and utilisation of information are key parts of the development of a sustainable and maintained built environment. Members of the National Housing Federation (NHF) and UK BIM Alliance are collaborating on a joint...
Development is an ongoing scenario with the creation of unique buildings and structures, a major impact being the geographical location and associated difficulties of materials, availability, transit and incorporation within the environment. This is the dramatic Vøringsfossen waterfall bridge, a newly opened tourist attraction offering incredible...
We live in a demanding society where space and location are key features. As an international organisation it is essential to keep abreast of diversity and new technologies that run parallel with society developments. The proposals surrounding Penang provide a key example. The article by...
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