World leaders launch ‘breakthrough agenda’ for affordable cleantech globally

WOBO supports joined up thinking and action !!! More than 40 world leaders, including those representing the UK, the US, India, China and the EU, have signed up to a new declaration aiming to deliver clean and affordable technology and solutions across the globe by...

Accelerating the race to a more resilient, zero-carbon economy

Net-Zero: November! Hot off the heels of the Net Zero Strategy announcement by the UK Government, and with the crucial COP26 climate summit now just a few days away, the award-winning edie content team is gearing up for the return of Net-Zero November – an entire month’s...

Changing the world; one project at a time!

Project management and sustainability! London South Bank University Calling out Project Managers… How can you drive #sustainable change through #projectmanagement? Join us on 11 Nov for an insightful half day webinar entitled ‘Changing the world; one project at a time!’ We’ll be joined by a range of experts...

Meet OSHA’s New Leader

WOBO thanks OSHA for the update and wished Douglas every success going forward! Douglas L. Parker Assistant Secretary for Occupational Safety and Health Doug Parker was sworn in today as OSHA’s Assistant Secretary of Labor. Mr. Parker most recently served as chief of California’s Division...

Europe: NGOs say unprecedented solar and wind energy surge is needed to stabilise climate

A reflection on “climate breakdown” Europe needs an unparalleled rollout of wind and solar energy to avoid worsening climate breakdown, according to a call to action launched today (20th October) by Climate Action Network (CAN) Europe. The call to action was launched in association with 185 member...

IFSEC Global: The fire safety hazards of ‘quick-fix’ repurposing of commercial buildings for residential housing

Commercial change of use to residential. Hunter Seymour explores the many fire safety hazards and challenges involved in repurposing commercial premises for residential housing – an activity that has become more commonplace following the COVID-19 pandemic. The UK government’s introduction of fast-track ‘Mercantile-to-Abode’ (MA) PDR...

Businesses must empower young people to act against the climate crisis

The future is in their hands! Dan Tingle, New Talent and STEM Manager at National Grid explores how businesses can tap into enthusiastic younger generations to enable a just response to the climate crisis. With the world ready to descend on Glasgow in a matter...

Milan tower block blaze preliminary report: “A disaster waiting to happen”

WOBO thanks IFSEC Global for the link to the article by Ron Alalouff. The fire at the 18-storey Torre del Moro in Milan in late August – which ripped through the exterior cladding of the building – was “a disaster waiting to happen” and shared...

Good ventilation can help reduce the spread of COVID-19 in the workplace

WOBO recognises the need for good ventilation. Good ventilation can help reduce the spread of COVID-19 in the workplace HSE is continuing to update its ventilation guidance encouraging all workplaces to continue to work safely. As more people have returned to the workplace, using good...

Barbour: Legislation Update for October 2021 eBook

WOBO thanks Barbour for their legislative update. The Barbour Legislation Update for October 2021 eBook is your FREE all-in-one guide to help you understand new laws, standards and regulatory changes from the last few months. This comprehensive eBook will take you through: •  Summaries of recent updates...

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