CIS solar tower goes live

Prime Minister Tony Blair has switched on the first stage of the CIS ‘solar tower’ project in Manchester. The south side of the 122 m-high building went live as Mr Blair pressed the switch feeding electricity into the national grid. One all 7000 photo-voltaic panels are in place as part of the recladding of this Grade 2 listed building, it is expected that 180 MWh of renewable electricity will be generated each year.



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BSRIA reports sustained global cooling demand as market diverges

BSRIA has released its latest analysis of the global cooling sector. The BSRIA Worldwide Air Conditioning and Heat Pump reports reveal a complex and diverging global cooling market.

CABE awards two new accolades alongside 2026 Honorary Fellowship

At the CABE presidential inauguration on 8th May, the Association was delighted to present two new awards for 2026 alongside its Honorary Fellowship for this year.