UK pump solutions firm visited by Eastleigh MP
Liz Jarvis MP recently paid a visit to the headquarters of pump solutions firm Selwood, in Chandler’s Ford, to learn about the company’s activities,...
‘Electrician Plus’ concept launched to highlight pivotal role in low-carbon tech installation
The new concept ‘Electrician Plus’ has been launched by The Electrotechnical Skills Partnership (TESP) to highlight how the role of a qualified electrician is...
Consultancy launches environmental courses for engineers
Environmental consultancy Naturally Compliant is offering bespoke training courses aimed at raising environmental awareness in the construction sector.
The Scottish-based company has previously been...
Instrument specialist joins ultrasonic flowmeters firm
Martin Hardwidge joined clamp-on ultrasonic flowmeter specialist Katronic Technologies at the beginning of July to take on the role of Global Sales Manager, working...
New free tool to help waste management industry assess workforce competences
The Competence Assessment Tool has been developed by the SWITCH Forum (Scottish Waste Industry Training Competency and Health & Safety) to help managers, supervisors...
Seminars to help construction industry protect wild habitats in urban areas
A new series of webinars and podcasts will discuss the ways in which the construction industry can better protect the UK’s biodiversity and wild...
Tackling the skills gap in the utilities sector
The UK’s utilities sector is facing a crisis. An ageing workforce combined with a lack of enrolment by younger employees has put the industry...
Water trade association pledges to improve gender equality
• Trade association calls for "a sector where everyone can succeed"
• Pledge made to ensure equality within its own workforce
• Commitment to bring more...
Carbon neutral status achieved by electrical and mechanical trades group
The Association of Electrical and Mechanical Trades (AEMT) has achieved CAFA (Climate Action for Associations) Certified Carbon Neutral Association status. The group said this...
Events will address current challenges in energy grid communication
Energy software provider COPA-DATA has announced the program for the first of four zenon "Energy Day" events planned for 2020. The firm has, so...
Water industry expert is one of the UK’s 50 most influential female engineers
A WOMAN who has dedicated most of her career to improving Scotland’s water network has been named one of the UK’s 50 most influential...
Early March event showcases best low-carbon ideas of Scotland’s apprentices
Low carbon solutions with the potential to make an impact on the quest for net zero will be showcased during an online event on...
Sponsored content: IEMA sustainability skills for the workforce and managers – new courses launched
RRC is proud to announce the launch of two new IEMA sustainability courses: "Sustainability Skills for the Workforce", and "Sustainability Skills for Managers."
The group...
Window on the problem: CPD addresses retrofitting’s role in decarbonising UK social housing sector
Polymer window manufacturer REHAU is launching a new CPD for sector stakeholders covering the fenestration considerations when retrofitting the housing stock.
Social housing providers must...
Awards pay tribute to energy professionals’ ingenuity
Over 200 energy industry senior executives joined former swimming champion and host Mark Foster in congratulating the winners of the 2016 Energy Institute (EI)...
Water industry still needs to address exclusion, says OFWAT chief
A glass ceiling is still “looming over” women working across the water industry and despite some progress, the sector is being held back by...
80% of oil workers considering career impacts of climate change
New study shows half in oil and gas have considered new role in renewable energy industry – or are already diversifying into it
Eight...
Recruitment bias preventing STEM professionals from returning to work after a career break
Bias in the recruitment system is still preventing STEM professionals on a career break from returning to employment, according to a new survey by...
Waste management firm joins DVSA earned recognition pilot scheme
The Driver and Vehicle Standards Agency (DVSA) launched its earned recognition pilot scheme on 31 January with Luton-based waste and resource recycling firm Cawleys one of just 31 companies taking part
Addressing the leadership gap
As the ink dries on the updated ISO 14001 standard, now might be a good time to consider the skills requirements it presents, particularly...
