WOBO welcomes the opportunities provided by wind power. New analysis by the Global Wind Energy Council shows that 3.3 million new wind power jobs can be created globally over the next five years thanks to major industry expansion. This figure includes direct jobs in both onshore and...
WOBO welcomes development and use of “green gas”. Iona Capital has agreed a landmark deal with King’s Cross in London which will see the 67-acre estate switch entirely to green gas, meaning that all the heating and hot water for the estate’s 2,000 homes, 5 million...
WOBO provides an opportunity to review the activities of the NBS Global Platform. The construction industry is continuously evolving. The need to adapt and embrace new working practices and technologies is crucial in building a better and more sustainable future. At NBS, we’re committed to...
WOBO is pleased to provide an opportunity for members and fellow professionals to catch up with developments in Australia. Check out the recording and FAQs! As part of the Australian Building Codes Board’s (ABCB) commitment to delivering a National Construction Code (NCC) that is user-friendly...
WOBO provides a link to the BBA activities. Product Test Explainer Series – Part 1 of 8 Durability = helping to migitate risks by increasing the reliability and safety of the products throughout their life cycle. What is Durability testing? Durability testing aims to support...
WOBO recognises the role taken by ICC. The International Code Council has been appointed as the U.S. Technical Advisory Group (US TAG) administrator to the International Organization for Standardization (ISO) Technical Committee 59 (ISO/TC 59), which has oversight over the development of ISO standards related...
WOBO thanks International Workplace for providing a link to remind us of responsibilities relative to fire safety. Despite their crucial fire safety role, huge numbers of fire and smoke dampers remain untested in thousands of buildings across the UK, according to the Building Engineering Services...
WOBO Governor David Gibson considers this document to be a clear/simplified approach to developments proposed. The potential implications of the Draft Building Safety Bill are wideranging across both the construction and property management sectors. This is one of a series of briefing notes produced by...
WOBO appreciates the support for its members and fellow professionals from Reuters events. The decarbonisation of Los Angeles’ power supply by 2035 requires faster buildout of PV plus storage while new transmission corridors would lift the outlook for stand-alone PV, a new study shows. A...
WOBO is pleased to provide this opportunity for members and fellow professionals to contribute to these ongoing developments. Consultation on new code of practice to assess external walls and cladding systems Will ensure assessments are carried out to a high and consistent standard Building owners...
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