CIBSE News

Article category: News
Published on: 21 Jan 26

CIBSE refreshes Building Safety Working Group to lead its response to emerging regulatory reform

CIBSE has refreshed its Building Safety Working Group to provide expert guidance on emerging regulatory reform, including the Government’s proposed Single Construction Regulator. The group will advise on consultations, training, guidance, and professional competence, ensuring building services engineers’ perspectives shape industry-wide safety standards

Article category: News
Published on: 19 Jan 26

Registration now open for the CIBSE Technical Symposium 2026

Registration is now open for the CIBSE Technical Symposium 2026 at Loughborough University, taking place on 26–27 March. The event will explore how building services design can support wellbeing, inclusivity and sustainable performance

Article category: News
Published on: 13 Jan 26

CIBSE New Zealand: New Training Streams Launching in 2026

CIBSE New Zealand is gearing up for a huge year of professional development in 2026, with brand‑new training streams designed to strengthen capability across Aotearoa’s building services sector.

Article category: News
Published on: 07 Jan 26

UK Government consults on new Single Construction Regulator following Grenfell inquiry

The UK Government has launched a consultation on creating a Single Construction Regulator, bringing together existing regulatory functions to strengthen building safety, accountability and public trust. The proposals represent a key step in delivering the recommendations of the Grenfell Tower Inquiry Phase 2 Report and shaping a more coherent regulatory system for the built environment

Article category: News
Published on: 06 Jan 26

CIBSE unveils refreshed brand identity marking a new era for the institution’s global profile

CIBSE has launched a refreshed, modern brand identity designed to strengthen its global profile and reflect the institution’s forward-looking direction. The update introduces a contemporary visual style, clearer messaging and a new strapline

Article category: News
Published on: 10 Dec 25

CIBSE launches TM70 Tall Building Drainage Design, a landmark guide for tall building drainage

CIBSE recently introduced the TM70 Tall building drainage design guide, a landmark guide providing evidence-based guidance for drainage design in tall buildings. The launch event brought together industry experts, academics and engineers to explore best practices and innovations in high-rise drainage systems

Article category: News
Published on: 02 Dec 25

CIBSE's conference ‘Building Performance Reimagined – What’s Next?’ marks a successful gathering of industry experts

CIBSE’s Building Performance Reimagined – What’s Next? conference brought together industry experts to explore practical solutions, emerging metrics and innovative approaches for sustainable, high-performing buildings. The well-attended event highlighted actionable insights across fabric, policy, and people-focused strategies for the built environment

Article category: News
Published on: 27 Nov 25

CIBSE analysis: What the 2025 UK Budget means for buildings, skills and energy efficiency

The Government’s latest Budget, delivered against a challenging economic backdrop, offers a mixed outcome for the built environment sector. While there are positive signals on electricity costs and skills, uncertainty around retrofit policy, particularly the end of the ECO scheme, raises concerns for CIBSE and its members

Article category: News
Published on: 26 Nov 25

Over 70 built environment leaders demand government raise age for apprenticeship funding

CIBSE has joined a coalition calling for Level 7 apprenticeship funding to be extended to age 25. The group says the current limit threatens skills, diversity and the sector’s ability to meet national priorities

Article category: News
Published on: 25 Nov 25

SLL Young Lighter 2025

Lucie Koháková was named SLL Young Lighter 2025 with her project, The impact of light on human circadian rhythms — especially in early childhood - and how design can support healthier sleep through biologically appropriate lighting ‘LUNA’.

Article category: News
Published on: 24 Nov 25

CIBSE advances international collaboration and supports emerging engineers through China delegation trip

CIBSE recently led a delegation visit to China and Hong Kong, engaging with government bodies, industry leaders, and engineering institutions to strengthen international partnerships and knowledge exchange. The visit highlighted CIBSE’s commitment to advancing building services engineering, sustainability, and innovation while supporting the next generation of engineers globally

Article category: News
Published on: 24 Nov 25

Connecting UK and Canadian expertise to build climate resilience

This special online event brings together UK and Canadian experts to showcase collaborative, climate-responsive building projects. Through shared knowledge and real-world case studies, the session explores how cross-border partnerships are accelerating progress toward a climate-ready built environment