The built environment is a major contributor in the generation of the carbon footprint and professionals need to be focussed on the design and construction, utilising techniques that will minimise the production of CO2 and encourage its capture and storage. In the UK this process...
WOBO supports the use of sustainable materials and enhanced technologies to maximise their strength and use – reflected in the developments involved in this project. MalisGarten is the world’s first 5-storey hotel made entirely of solid wood. PEFC-certified glue laminated timber (binderholz glulam) and cross...
Judy Zakreski, Vice President of Global Services, International Code Council, America provided an update reflecting the impacts of COVID-19 to the Scottish Government Building Standards. The COVID-19 pandemic with which the world is still contending has impacted every aspect of life, and the construction and...
A recent earthquake registering 4.9 took place in North Queensland and serves as a reminder that ground movements are taking place at all times and that individuals involved in the design, construction, inspection and the end use of buildings should incorporate adequate measures to minimise...
Providing access to clean drinking water has been a challenge in some parts of the world for years. As the population grows and resources shrink, it becomes an even more pressing matter. New solar technology provides a possible solution by desalinating saltwater with minimal energy...
PAT Testing – be prepared for the autumn!! PAT Testing is changing in September. As the experts, Seaward are supporting the PAT industry by keeping you up to date with the changes in the new 5th Edition Code of Practice through their free educational events....
James Eade, author of the 5th Edition, gives a brief insight into the changes to this important Code, due for publication later this year. He provides an update that reflects on the history of the code for discussions relating to appliances or equipment and reflects...
A revised and updated addition by Mohammad Karamouz, Azadeh Ahmadi, and Masih Akhbari provides a detailed review of the vulnerability and processes associated with ground water, ground water systems and the hydrologic cycle – a positive publication. Increasing demand for water, higher standards of living,...
The final version of the Code of Conduct for Building Surveyors in Victoria, will commence on 1 January 2021 The Code applies to any building surveyor undertaking a statutory role either in public or private practice, and also applies to consultant building surveyors in non-statutory...
Successful utilisation of energy resources is dependent upon human behaviour and the actions taken within the built environment. Codes create standards, success is based on the human interface. Abstract Given that human behavior is increasingly recognized to play an essential role in building energy use,...
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