Keeping up with the Volunteers

Article category: News
Published on: 03 Nov 25

How CIBSE volunteering became my best professional development

When I first started attending CIBSE events as a graduate, I never imagined I’d one day be behind the scenes, helping to make them happen. Back then, I was just excited to find a space where people genuinely wanted to connect, not just about technical work, but about shared values, career journeys, and where the industry is heading.

Article category: News
Published on: 03 Nov 25

My Journey in Supporting Climate Action Plans and Green Careers

Jane has been a sustainability consultant and a CIBSE registered Low Carbon Consultant and Low Carbon Energy Assessor since 2009. Jane joined as a volunteer on the Department for Education-funded Climate Ambassador scheme and has been providing support for climate action in education for just over one year now.

Article category: News
Published on: 06 Oct 25

From Inspired Student to Regional Chair: My Journey with CIBSE YEN UAE

As a student, I was curious, eager to learn, and searching for a sense of belonging in the engineering world. YEN UAE stood out—not just for its technical focus, but for the way it connected people.

Article category: News
Published on: 01 Oct 25

The power of mentorship: Bridging skill gaps in the UK engineering sector

Tanju volunteers as a Mentor on the CIBSE Mentoring Platform, which is designed to connect members to one another. We caught up with him to ask about his experiences.

Article category: News
Published on: 01 Sept 25

YEN empowering young engineers to shape the industry’s future

I started volunteering with CIBSE Young Engineers Network (YEN) for the great opportunities it provides to connect me with my peers around the industry and broadening my network beyond my company.

Article category: News
Published on: 04 Aug 25

Driving progress in Data Centres: Felix Cox on collaboration, sustainability, and volunteering

CIBSE’s newest Special Interest Group, our Data Centres Group, was launched in March this year. As with all Groups, those present were invited to nominate themselves to join the committee. Felix Cox, Associate Director at AECOM volunteered to join. We caught up with him to ask his motivation and future vision for the Group.

Article category: News
Published on: 03 Jul 25

Phil Draper FCIBSE: Why volunteering is as important as running a business

Phil Draper, Managing Director of Twenty One Engineering and 2024 CIBSE Engineer of the Year Winner, has a background in electrical installation and maintenance. We caught up with him to ask about his experiences.

Article category: News
Published on: 09 Jun 25

The Accidental Volunteer

Ewen Rose is an experienced freelance journalist and PR consultant specialising in building services engineering. Through his profession, he started the Young Engineers Awards that celebrates its 30th anniversary this year. Find out more about the history of the Awards, and Ewen's continued volunteering.

Article category: News
Published on: 07 Apr 25

Engineering better understanding: How volunteering shapes industry knowledge

As a graduate sustainability consultant, new to the industry, I entered the profession with real enthusiasm but much to learn...My enthusiasm led me to engage with key industry bodies, such as CIBSE, as a core source of learning, enhancing my on-the-job development and monitoring from my colleagues.

Article category: News
Published on: 03 Mar 25

How joining the FM committee has helped us grow

Last year at the CIBSE Facilities Management Annual General Meeting Stephen Gathergood and Natalie Atherton joined the CIBSE Facilities Management Group committee. They were part of a new team, with a new Chair (David Stevens) and Vice Chair (Jo Harris) and a number of other new appointments to a well-established and important voice within CIBSE.

Article category: News
Published on: 03 Feb 25

Sharing my passion for façade engineering and volunteering

Senior engineer in WSP, Lida specialises in façade design, sustainability, parametric studies, and cast glass design. She started volunteering in 2024.

Article category: News
Published on: 17 Dec 24

Heritage meets Innovation: Inspiring Young Minds in the Built Environment

Discover how Lizzy Pettitt, CIBSE YEN London Chair, is inspiring A Level students exploring careers in the built environment. Read her story to see how volunteering can fuel your passion and career growth.