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WOBO is proud to support the United Nations in the promotion of WUF2024. Apply for Urban Expo and Urban cinema! Applications to showcase short films on urban topics at the World Urban Forum in Cairo are still open. You can send your submissions until 30...

Legislative developments are ongoing and these articles are for information and also the opportunity to comment as appropriate. Australia – New consultation open: All-gender sanitary facilities The Australian Building Codes Board (ABCB) has released a consultation on the potential inclusion of all-gender sanitary facility provisions in...

Developments are ongoing and WOBO appreciates articles and information for circulation within its membership. Philippines’ DPWH to rehabilitate Concepcion – La Paz Road section in Tarlac The Philippines’ Department of Public Works and Highways (DPWH) has revealed that it is rehabilitating a section of the...

WOBO thanks edie for their news items and the online webinars provided. Registration open for edie’s online Building Energy Management Systems webinar This masterclass-style webinar, sponsored by E.ON, will provide actionable insights and best practice examples when it comes to businesses investing in a deploying...

WOBO recognises the efforts put into research and technologies linked to renewable energy and for the links to articles from Renewable Energy updates to disseminate this information. The Digital Revolution – Powering A Greener, More Efficient Grid The clarion call from the UN Intergovernmental Panel...

WOBO, its members and fellow professionals, appreciate the breadth of activities and events covered by “edie”. “Guiding compass to 1.5C”: COP29 presidency unveils plans for global climate action At the Petersberg Climate Dialogue in Berlin, Babayev stated a resolute commitment to the goals of the Paris...

WOBO thanks the support provided by ABCB and Create Digital for their news and updates. The NCC Public Comment Draft is now open for your feedback The Australian Building Codes Board (ABCB) is seeking feedback on proposed changes to the next edition of the National...

WOBO is pleased to share information from edie that supports the development of its members and fellow professionals with knowledge and awareness of global activities. As more standards, frameworks and certification options emerge for businesses, it can be difficult to keep track of the latest developments in...

WOBO is pleased to recognise the achievement of Kim Lovegrove in honour of his contribution to developments and promotion of Building Standards within the local, national and global arena. Kim Lovegrove has been made an adjunct professor in the Faculty of Science and Engineering at Southern Cross...

WOBO Governor David Gibson is pleased to share information received from Create Digital in respect of engineering research and activities. Five standout examples of land reclamation  From Singapore’s Marina Bay to the Dutch polders, these land reclamation efforts exemplify the peak of engineering innovation. From...