The Engineering and Building Services Skills Alliance (EBSSA) published recently their strategic Sector Skills Plan, as part of the work undertaken by the Construction Mission Skills Board. This initiative, supported by the Institute of Refrigeration,  is the first industry-led comprehensive skills plan for one of the most economically significant parts of the built environment sector; an industry that accounts for 40%-60% of construction project value, up to 50% of ongoing maintenance costs, and employs half a million people.

Find out more at https://www.ebssa.uk/ 

 

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9 Jun 2026

The IOR is delighted to announce that it will host the next IRC Business Briefing, which will focus on strengthening RACHP sustainability amid electricity market volatility.

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Smart Controls & System Intelligence Masterclass

8 Jun 2026

The June 2026 Masterclass on smart controls and system intelligence is now available for download from the IOR Masterclass library.

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