COP28 commences today in Dubai (1st December 2023) where representatives of states, business, industries, and campaigning organisations congregate under the United Nations umbrella, to urge, debate and either agree or dispute key next steps under the spotlight of the World’s media. Surrounding this forthcoming week’s event is the tussle of opinions and dissection of agendas, … Continue reading
I was recently in discussion with a colleague about the quality of handover briefings I’ve experienced over the years. This was in response to an instance he was describing where an organisation had to recall someone who had recently retired, to help their former department regain its efficiency and performance, which had dwindled under the … Continue reading
The growing appreciation that our ‘built environments’ embrace a more sustainable role in our communities, is beginning to focus the minds of those constructing buildings, homes, and transport infrastructure. No longer is the life, durability and functionality of the building enough. The impacts on the physical, social, economic and natural environments need to be considered … Continue reading
Mark Batchelor 