BSEE Schneider Electric, Enel, and the World Economic Forum publish report
chneider Electric, the Enel Group, and the World Economic Forum (WEF) have published the first deliverable of the “Net Zero Carbon Cities - Systemic Efficiency Initiative”; a global framework setting the vision to accelerate the decarbonization and resiliency efforts in cities around the world. Entitled “Net-Zero Carbon Cities: An Integrated Approach”, and developed in collaboration with the WEF, the report outlines the need and benefit deriving from an integrated energy approach in planning and managing buildings, mobility, leveraging on a digitalized and intelligent grid infrastructure in an urban context.
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Cities today account for nearly 70% of global carbon emissions and consume 78% of the planet’s energy, making such an approach critical to reaching the goal of limiting the rise in global temperatures to 1.5C above pre-industrial levels.
“The COVID-19 crisis has reinforced the importance of global partnerships as we strive to make our cities and societies more sustainable, inclusive and resilient,” said Jean-Pascal Tricoire, chairman and CEO of Schneider Electric. “Curbing emissions from the world’s cities requires urgent action, and it is an ambition that will need alignment of all stakeholders, both public and private actors, companies and citizens. This report outlines the ways in which systemic efficiency can be realistically and practically achieved, and how each of us can play a part.”
“To ensure a successful energy transition, we must work together, calling on local and national public administrations, private sector players and civil society to take on the common agenda of reducing our emissions,” said Francesco Starace, CEO and general manager of Enel Group. “Electricity has already proved to be the lifeblood of cities, and this will increasingly be the case as
electrification grows around the world. As a global leader in the power sector, we want to contribute to the development of a sustainable urban vision for the future by working with global partners to integrate electrification, smarter digital technology as well as efficient buildings and infrastructure.” The report was developed within the WEF’s Net Zero Carbon Cities - Systemic Efficiency Initiative, co- chaired by Tricoire and Starace. Since the initiative’s launch a year ago, Schneider and Enel have been working with the community to accelerate the transition to net-zero carbon emissions in 100 cities by 2030. It articulates the need for an integrated approach to improving energy productivity, electrifying transport, decarbonizing heating and cooling systems, as well as enabling demand-side flexibility, in addition to providing concrete recommendations and instructive experience-sharing around these concepts.
New Year New Compressed Air Skills T
he British Compressed Air Society (BCAS) is offering all end-user customers of BCAS members an exclusive 25 per cent discount on its full range of CPD-approved training courses. [BODY COPY]
Announced to celebrate the launch of the Society’s new e-learning portal (
e-learning.bcas.org.uk), the offer also includes free, associate membership of BCAS for each customer (excluding trade customers). This provides a host of additional benefits, such as discounted publications, as well as access to compressed air guidelines and the society’s social events. To benefit from the offer, end-users should simply contact their supplying BCAS member, who will provide a unique booking code. This code can then be used to redeem the 25%
discount off the complete range of e- Learning and blended learning training courses available.
Details of all BCAS members can also be found on the Society’s website at
www.bcas.org.uk/directory. BCAS has long been recognised as a provider of training and development for engineers, technical professionals and users of compressed air. It offers a wide range of specialist courses that are tailored to the needs of industry, combining safe working practices, with specific guidance on all aspects of compressed air performance. These include specialist eLearning courses, which provide practical training for compressed air and vacuum users, alongside a host of health and safety tutorials, with popular courses including: • Certificate in working safely with
compressed air (WSWCA)
• Certificate in compressed air treatment technology (CATT)
• Certificate in compressed air system technology (CAST)
• An employee certificate in maintaining a Covid-19 secure workplace
Blended learning courses combine online tutorials and training with guided learning and assessment by a BCAS qualified tutor. This helps delegates to learn at a time and place to suit, combining at-home study with invigilated examination. Courses include: • Certificate in understanding the Pressure Systems’ Safety Regulations (PSSR)
• Certificate in understanding ISO8573 • Diploma in Compressed Air Management (DipCam)
BCIA adds two new members to Management Committee
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he Building Controls Industry Association (BCIA) is delighted to announce the addition of two new members to its Management Committee; Peter Beck, UK Sales Director at Sauter Automation, and Gavin Holvey, General Manager UK & Ireland for Priva UK.
Peter Beck started in the controls industry in 2005 as an area sales manager for Trend Controls and also worked at Cylon, Lloret, SSE and Eton Associates. Peter then joined Canary Wharf Contractors Ltd in 2015 where he was the design and project manager for the construction division responsible for the specification and procurement of BMS, Fire and Security across the new projects at Southbank Place, Bank Street, Newfoundland and Wood Wharf, before joining Sauter Automation in April 2020.
Beck said: “Having seen the BMS industry from a number of different perspectives with manufacturers, installers and a developer I believe gives me a unique insight into some of the challenges they each experience. I hope to add value to the role within the BCIA and look forward to getting started.”
Since the 1970s, Gavin Holvey has worked for some of the biggest names in the sector, including Satchwell Control Systems/TAC, Landis & Gyr, York Controls Group and DWEC/Matrix Control Solutions Ltd. His main focus of professional interest falls into two areas: technology innovation particularly in relation to cloud-based services, IoT and digital transformation. And, secondly, in relation to sustainability within the built environment. Holvey commented: “I’m actively working with my colleagues around
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the globe to help customers get a grip on their net zero transition to meet emissions goals. I’d be delighted to bring my industry experience to the table at the BCIA.”
The BCIA is run by its members for its members and appointment to the Management Committee is by election. The Management Committee provides the governance of the BCIA to ensure members’ objectives are met. It appoints and steers the BCIA’s professional service providers and oversees finance, membership and compliance issues. Terry Sharp, president of the BCIA, said: “It gives me great pleasure to welcome Peter and Gavin on to the BCIA Management Committee. Their career track records are exemplary and I look forward to working with them to help shape our industry for the 21st century and beyond.”
Appointments
Duct Products appoints new managing director
NEWS & APPOINTMENTS
Stuart Mawhinney
Des Collins
Stuart Mawhinney has been appointed the new Managing Director at Duct Products, following the retirement of Des Collins, who co-founded the company in 1987.
Since then, the company has become a ventilation market-leader in Northern Ireland, continuing to grow even after Ronnie’s retirement in 1998, eventually culminating in its acquisition in 2011 by Elta Group. Collins remained as managing director, working alongside Elta Group to manoeuvre Duct Products into the prominent position it now occupies.
Mark Rickard, CEO of Elta Group comments: “As all who have met Des will attest, he is a force of nature and a true icon of the industry in Northern Ireland. It’s been a pleasure to work with him, and he’s certainly leaving a huge gap for others to fill.” Stepping up to that challenge is Stuart Mawhinney, who brings a wealth of experience to the role having worked as Sales Director at Duct Products for over 15 years. He has been integral in securing a number of high value contracts, and hopes to continue where his predecessor left off.
CCF welcomes new managing director
CCF, insulation and interior building products distributor, has announced Catherine Gibson as the new Managing Director of the company.
Gibson joins CCF from Tool Hire, also part of the Travis Perkins plc Group,
and brings a wealth of knowledge and experience having previously acted as Travis Perkins Tool Hire’s Managing Director. She brings 16 years’ experience in the manufacturing and construction industry in management and leadership positions.
Commenting on her role, Gibson said: “Expanding CCF’s market share and continuing its legacy as a Completely Customer Focused business is my top priority. I’ll be exploring new ways to ensure the growth and development of the business and look forward to working closely alongside our people, customers and suppliers to meet these high expectations.”
She will replace Dean Pinner, who is moving across to become Managing Director of Keyline, also part of the Travis Perkins plc Group. Dean joined the CCF business in 2017 and has contributed greatly towards the success of the business over the past few years.
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