As UK summer heatwaves bring prolonged extreme temperatures, managing home overheating has become a national priority. Dr Zoe De Grussa had the opportunity to share CIBSE’s advice on staying cool on national TV and radio
Category: Opinion
Building safety: why competence is key
The Building Safety Act introduces new requirements for engineers to demonstrate competence on the buildings on which they work. CIBSE President Elect Vince Arnold FCIBSE discusses the initiatives by CIBSE and others to raise standards
Tackling the ongoing climate and biodiversity emergency
Building services engineers are crucial in addressing climate change through innovative design and sustainable practices. Ashley Bateson discusses how engineers can drive the transition to net zero
A golden age for smarter living: leveraging technology for comfort
As the UK’s population ages and climate warming intensifies, smart technology will be essential to ensure resilient and comfortable homes, says ABB Smart Buildings’ Kevin Lenton
Optimising performance with smarter ventilation
Partnerships between FMs, digital consultants and ventilation suppliers have the potential to achieve smarter systems that increase energy efficiency, while ensuring a safe and healthy indoor environment, says Breathing Buildings’ Louise McHugh
An engineer’s guide to judging the RIBA Awards
The RIBA Awards celebrate architectural excellence, recognising projects that prioritise innovation, sustainability, and social impact. Mike Burton FCIBSE spoke about his time serving as a judge
Taking up the President’s challenge
Anastasia Mylona looks at what CIBSE President Fiona Cousins’ groundbreaking white paper might mean for building services engineers
Holding up a mirror: CIBSE’s climate action plan
Creating a Climate Action Plan that mirrors CIBSE’s will ensure that engineers and organisations are being proactive in taking on the climate emergency. Julie Godefroy is keen to hear your views ahead of the next update in the autumn
All hands to the pump: assessing barriers to heat pumps
The Electrification of Heat Demonstration Project shows that heat pumps are viable for all UK property types and architectural eras. Energy Systems Catapult’s Rebecca Sweeney looks at the implications of the main findings
Putting people first: lighting for wellbeing
Cutting carbon shouldn’t be at the expense of occupants’ wellbeing, says Whitecroft Lighting’s Tim Bowes
