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• Key challenges and opportunities in building automation and energy management 

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• Heat interface units 

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• RICS fellowship for BSRIA’s Jo Harris  

  Jo Harris, head of BSRIA’s sustainable-construction group, has been made a fellow of the Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors. Fewer than 20% of RICS members have been awarded fellowship status, which demonstrates significant career achievements and successes, a passion for developing the industry, sharing knowledge and supporting others to reach their goals.