Introduction A key legal requirement in many places around the world that regulates all sorts of environmental impacts is the need for an environmental permit. A permit is basically a licence that is required to carry out an activity that could harm the environment. A permit … [Read more...] about Background to Environmental Permitting
Thermal comfort vs Thermal Stress
I’m writing this from the North East of England and typically the weather here today is what my teenagers would describe as “meh”. But for the past couple of weeks the country has been basking in somewhat of a heatwave, and as a typical Brit I’ve become a bit obsessed with the … [Read more...] about Thermal comfort vs Thermal Stress
Sustainable Building Design
Introduction I cannot underestimate the importance of sustainable design, it is the bedrock of solving a great deal of significant sustainability problems. The reason for this is that a designer has the power to make products and buildings etc in a way that reduces impact in … [Read more...] about Sustainable Building Design
Health and safety at work- qualification or qualified!
A comparison of the NEBOSH Level 6 Diploma for Occupational Health and Safety Professionals and the ProQual Level 6 NVQ Diploma in Occupational Health and Safety Practice. RRC International have just launched the ProQual qualification so I thought this was an opportune … [Read more...] about Health and safety at work- qualification or qualified!
Sewage Pollution of our Rivers and Seas
Interesting article on the Guardian website recently regarding sewage. Apparently, English water companies have made a public apology regarding sewage spills and committed to spending £10bn over the next decade to reduce spills to rivers and seas. This is a big problem and … [Read more...] about Sewage Pollution of our Rivers and Seas