The future of construction is here. Julie Godefroy’s analysis of the 2025 CIBSE Building Performance Awards demonstrates that the principles of performance-based design are gaining widespread adoption
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30 under 30 2025
CIBSE Global YEN introduces its 30 under 30 for 2025, showcasing the the best and brightest young engineers
Future focus: CIBSE ASHRAE Graduate of the Year 2024
Winner of the CIBSE ASHRAE Graduate of the Year 2024 Helen Meutermans reflects on her journey and shares advice for the next generation
A global challenge: decarbonising heating and cooling
International best practice can inform UK policy, technology and design for more sustainable, equitable and resilient heating and cooling systems, says CIBSE’s Anastasia Mylona
Net zero’s mission possible? testing the UK-NZCBS pilot
Max Fordham has been testing the pilot version of the Net Zero Carbon Buildings Standard to see if its projects would hit the carbon limits. The firm’s Henry Pelly reveals which building types are providing the most difficult challenges
Forward thinker: Vince Arnold’s Vision as CIBSE President
‘Paying it forward’ not only equips the next generation of engineers with the skills and knowledge to deliver high-performance buildings, but it also provides some of the most rewarding experiences of a building professional’s career, says new CIBSE President Vince Arnold
CIBSE Ireland’s role in sustainable engineering and decarbonisation
As Ireland accelerates its drive towards net zero, CIBSE Ireland chair Laura McMahon discusses key priorities, sector challenges, and her vision for a more inclusive and sustainable engineering future
Joining the conversation at the InstallerSHOW
CIBSE hosted its own platform at the event in Birmingham, curating the Build2Perform theatre. Molly Tooher-Rudd and Alex Smith report on the expert-led panels and powerful calls for higher standards from across the three days
The rise of the machines: 2025 CIBSE Technical Symposium
Artificial intelligence was among the topics that grabbed the attention of delegates on day two of the Technical Symposium, with speakers stressing the importance of human oversight as the sector balances innovation with real-world climate challenges. Molly Tooher-Rudd and Alex Smith report
Living proof: regenerative design approaches
Regenerative design takes inspiration from nature to heat, cool and purify buildings. Aecom’s Dave Cheshire explores real-world examples where natural systems are replacing conventional HVAC practices