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Bridging the green skills gap: why the UK needs young talent in waste and resource management

24 Jul, 2025

With the UK legally committed to reaching net-zero carbon emissions by 2050, there is growing concern that a lack of young people entering green professions could jeopardise this goal – particularly in critical support sectors like waste and resource management. A new report, Planning for the Future: Recruiting Diverse Talent into Waste and Resource Management , commissioned by the Environmental Solutions & Services Expo and...

What makes good CPD?

27 Jun, 2025

Continuing Professional Development (CPD) isn’t just a tick-box exercise – when it’s done well, it can be transformative. So what actually makes CPD effective, engaging, and worth your time? CABE’s CPD assessor panel advises on what makes good CPD. 1. Make it relevant to your role Great CPD connects directly to your current work or career aspirations. It addresses the challenges you face and builds the skills you need – whether...

Challenging age disparity within the built environment

21 Sep, 2023

In the ever-evolving built environment, one glaring disparity often stands out – the age gap. This industry, essential to the infrastructure of society, is witnessing a noticeable generational divide. On one side, seasoned veterans with decades of experience; on the other, a new wave of young professionals eager to make their mark. What are the benefits of an ageing workforce in the industry? Experience and expertise – the...

Approved Inspectors

03 Sep, 2020

Approved Inspectors are registered to advise and guide clients about the Building Regulations, and make sure construction work is followed by this. A Day in the Life of an Approved Inspector You will take responsibility for plan checking and inspecting the construction taking place on site. You will work closely with the client throughout the whole construction process, offering advice and checking that the building work follows the...

Building Surveyor

03 Sep, 2020

Building Surveyors provide professional solutions on property and construction. They are interested in the design and construction of buildings and enjoy problem solving. Building Surveyors provide the link between the client and contractor. Building surveyors offer advice on many aspects of design and construction, including maintenance, repair, refurbishment, and restoration of proposed and existing buildings. Building surveying is the...

Architectural Technologist

03 Sep, 2020

Architectural Technologists have a key role to play in the development and implementation of a project, taking the technical designs through from inception to completion and into reality. Architectural Technologists work with many industry professionalsfrom Architects, Structural Engineers, Building Engineers and many more and their quality of service is performed similarly to the in-depth functions and services of accredited Architects....

Architects

03 Sep, 2020

An Architect uses a combination of technical skills and creative vision to create, extend, or alter/buildings structure. Architects in construction plays an important role and they are responsible for the design and visual appearance of the buildings and structures before its final completion. The Architect is a person appointed by the client, who works with other consultants to develop and facilitate the design concept and the...

Building Control Surveyor

03 Sep, 2020

Building Control Surveyors use the building regulations and associated guidance documents, to ensure that all types of construction within the built environment are both designed and constructed appropriately. Building control surveyors ensure that building regulations are met during construction on a wide range of projects. Working in the role of building control surveyor, you'll make sure that building regulations are followed when...

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