CIBSE NEWS | VISION, MISSION AND VALUES MISSION EARTH CIBSEs new Vision, Mission and Values statements recognise members work in tackling the climate emergency and delivering safe, comfortable and sustainable buildings for future generations T o support and champion our members as they face the increasing challenges as a result of our changing climate, we have published new statements covering CIBSEs Vision, Mission and Values. These highlight the expertise, knowledge and passion that CIBSEs members bring to improving the performance, safety, health and sustainability of the built environment. We feel it is more important than ever to shout loudly about the work that CIBSEs incredibly talented members are doing in relation to climate change. We lead, we empower, we champion, we inspire are the values that drive and motivate our staff and membership. We sought input from our Young Engineers Network, which made it clear that they wanted CIBSE to have a stronger voice, and to be more outspoken in communicating its achievements and knowledge. Through these new values, CIBSE supports, nurtures and champions its members, while raising the profile of its knowledge pool and skills. The Institution believes that the passion with which it works to improve buildings for all is now better reflected through these values. We lead CIBSE is leading the conversation on equipping the built environment for a changing climate. Building services are key to keeping building users as safe and comfortable as possible, promoting occupant health and wellbeing, minimising impact on the environment during construction and in use, and driving improved performance and productivity. CIBSE promotes improvement in the performance of buildings to the benefit of users, developers and owners; we are informed by the expertise that members deploy on a day-to-day basis. Our involvement in government-level discussions and consultations makes us a strong champion for better standards and enforcement, driving buildings that are safe and fit for purpose. We empower CIBSE empowers its members and wider building community through the sharing and dissemination of knowledge and training. We enable people to access the skills and knowledge they require to fulfil their potential and serve society. Knowledge sharing is one of CIBSEs primary roles in the sector. Working with the industry and its clients, CIBSE serves 16 April 2020 www.cibsejournal.com CIBSE Apr20 pp16-17 CIBSE mission values.indd 16 20/03/2020 16:26