CIBSE REGIONS | IRELAND The CIBSE Ireland Region is committed to inclusivity, professional development and collaborative growth. Chair Stephen Weir MCIBSE highlights the regions successes, including the workshare initiative that allows engineers to switch between contractors and consultants CIBSE Ireland Region chair Stephen Weir CIBSE IRELAND: COLLABORATION, INNOVATION AND PROGRESS T he CIBSE Ireland Region is steeped in history and, in our 55th year, is in as strong a position as ever. With an exceptional committee comprising individuals with diverse expertise across energy management, consultancy, education, contracting, design, and supply, the organisation has played a pivotal role in shaping the industry and promoting excellence in every aspect of building services engineering in Ireland. This article explores ongoing initiatives of the CIBSE Ireland Region, highlighting its commitment to inclusivity, professional development, and collaborative growth. Diverse expertise and technical excellence The CIBSE Ireland committee contains an impressive array of knowledge and technical excellence, and its diversity highlights the collaboration and significance of each segment within our industry. 34 September 2023 www.cibsejournal.com With such a wealth of expertise, CIBSE Ireland Region is well equipped to tackle the multifaceted challenges and opportunities that arise within the field. Empowering women in engineering: WIBSE Ireland One of the most encouraging developments in recent years has been the success of the Women in Building Services Engineering (WIBSE) Ireland initiative. The committees proactive approach to organising networking events and promoting women in the industry has resulted in increased visibility and recognition for female professionals. The recent success of the Women in Engineering event at the Sustainable Energy Authority of Ireland show and networking evening, in June, is a testament to the growing influence and impact of WIBSE Ireland. By fostering a supportive and inclusive environment, CIBSE Ireland Region is committed to promoting gender diversity and empowering women to thrive in building services engineering. Nurturing young talent: CIBSE YEN committee Recognising the importance of supporting young engineers, our Region actively engages with its Young Engineers Network (YEN) committee. Through events and technical information sessions, the committee helps young professionals build meaningful connections and gain valuable insights into the industry. A recent YEN touch rugby event was hugely successful. Promoting collaboration: Workshare initiative Promoting collaboration and fostering a deeper understanding of different perspectives in the industry, CIBSE Ireland has reintroduced its Workshare initiative. This programme facilitates an exchange of engineers between contracting teams and M&E consultants working on a specific project. By spending three months on the