ICC: Get test-ready with I-Code Study Tools

WOBO appreciates the development support provided by ICC. Study Companions and FlashCards can help you with exam prep or everyday code application. Get a Combo or Study Pack and SAVE! Study Companions are comprehensive guides containing practical learning assignments and hundreds of practice questions. Illustrations and...

US: NREL scientists advance renewable hydrogen production method

WOBO thanks Renewable Energy for the link to the developments relating to renewable hydrogen. Analysis from scientists at the US Department of Energy National Renewable Energy Laboratory (NREL) have found that perovskite materials may hold the potential to play an important role in a process to produce...

UK Government promises first ‘net-zero’ transatlantic flight in 2023

WOBO acknowledges the goals of the UK government and the link provided by edie. The UK Government has pledged to work with the aviation industry to deliver the world’s first net-zero-certified transatlantic flight next year, using a combination of alternative fuels and offsetting to mitigate...

ICC Annual Conference 2022 , Hearings and Expo (September 11-20)

WOBO thanks ICC for the link to their annual conference. The 2022 ICC Annual Conference is scheduled to take place at the Kentucky International Convention Centre and will provide ample opportunity for development and global networking. Registration Now Open 2022 ICC Annual Conference, Hearings and Expo September...

New global circular economy drive launched for the building and construction sector

WOBO likes to see the “world” aspects being reviewed and thanks edie for the link. The World Green Building Council (WorldGBC) has announced its intention to baseline how much waste is generated by the building and construction sector, as part of a new global campaign...

UK: Engineering firm fined £500,000 after fatal incident

WOBO thanks the Health and Safety Practitioner (HSP) for the reminder and re-emphasis on eefective risk assessment and responsibility. An engineering company specialising in the manufacture of containers and drums for the nuclear, aerospace and medical industries has been sentenced after a worker was fatally...

The Evolving Roles and Responsibilities of Health & Safety in 2022: What Next?

Health and Safety – evolution. Is ESG now falling under your remit? How are you tackling the psychological health of your workforce? What can be done to influence company culture when it comes to health & safety? Don’t miss the HSE, IOSH and BSI exploring your ever-changing health & safety...

New Class of Hydrogen Ship Design from C-Job

Hydrogen – fuel for the future! C-Job Naval Architects has designed a brand new class of liquid hydrogen tanker that will revolutionize the renewable energy market. The tanker concept, developed in partnership with LH2 Europe, is a critical element in realizing a green end-to-end liquid hydrogen...

UK: The EV transition: Do it once, do it right and do it for all

WOBO notes the activity relating to electrical vehicles.  In the UK, transport accounts for 27% of carbon emissions, representing the country’s largest emitting sector. The clean transport transition is vital to helping reach global net-zero and clean air ambitions, and the clock is ticking to...

UK Government unlocks key barrier to offshore wind with new plans to interconnect wind farm clusters

WOBO recognises the work of the UK Government linked to offshore energy. The UK Government has announced its intention to take an important step towards establishing a future generation of offshore connection hubs through the combination of offshore wind and electricity interconnectors, helping to reduce barriers to...

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