WOBO acknowledges the links provided in respect of energy developments within a global setting. CorPower Ocean to Develop UK’s Largest Wave Energy Array at EMEC The wave energy developer, CorPower Ocean, has signed a berth agreement to build a 5 MW wave energy project at...
WOBO recognises the work carried out by Create Digital and Lovegrove and Cotton and the links provided. Technology, Data and Public Confidence Infrastructure The introduction of Rectification Orders (ROs) under the Building Legislation Amendment (Buyer Protections) 2025 (Vic) (“the Bill”) represents a significant regulatory innovation....
WOBO recognises the activities carried out by the International Building Quality Centre (IBQC) and supports the initiatives taking place. Tsigereda Lovegrove and Kim Lovegrove have just returned to Australia following the long-haul, 24-hour journey to and from London. They were there for a compact but...
WOBO having participated in UNHABITAT activities reflected on the promotion of safe, sustainable and sanitary structures within the built environment to reinforce their position and activities for consideration. These activities have been consolidated into key areas and would welcome support and promotion from members and...
WOBO participated in a Global Stakeholders Meeting sponsored by the UNHABITAT. The document under consideration was; “QUALITY CODE ENFORCEMENT FOR SUSTAINABILITY POSITION PAPER”. The Paper reflected on the need for contemporary codes and standards and the need for professional standards for code enforcement. The current situation...
WOBO reinforces its support for Building Safety Month and encourages all jurisdictions to initiate policies and actions to prepare for 2026. Building Safety Month The World Organization of Building Officials is committed to the recognition that our growth and strength reflects on the safety and...
WOBO recognises developments taking place and thank Energy Digital for the links provided Sustainability: How Delta is Saving Money and Jet Fuel Delta is the first US airline to hit its 2025 jet fuel savings target, cutting 45m gallons and more than US$110m through operational...
WOBO appreciates the information provided by Create Digital. Meet our interim CEO, Judith Blake The Department of Industry, Science and Resources (DISR) has appointed Judith Blake as interim CEO of the ABCB, Australian Building Codes Board, from 12 May 2025. https://comms.abcb.gov.au Judith brings 30 years...
WOBO thanks CROSS for the link to this current focus within society, and in particular the construction industry This Feature Article highlights the challenges in raising industry awareness of the Building Safety Act 2022, and the long-term need for cultural change across the sector. Drawing...
WOBO is pleased to provide links to activities taking place within the built environment. The Road to 2030: essential insights for facilities managers What’s your FM strategy for the next five years? In JLA’s new white paper, The Road to 2030, we offer critical insight and...
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