Sunny side up

Article Abstract:

Building technology has been developed to use solar energy. Photovoltaic cells have been little used in the UK due to misconceptions about the efficiency of solar energy in the UK climate. The photovoltaic market world wide could increase to 933 million pounds sterling in 2005 from 479 million pounds in 1995. The industry will be boosted by measure to reduce carbon emissions. The UK Department of Trade and Industry has set up a project to develop this industry in the UK.

Semiconductor and Related Device Manufacturing, Other Electric Power Generation, Energy via Solar Power, Solar Cells, Usage, Environmental aspects, Architecture, Photovoltaic cells, Solar energy industry, Photoelectric cells

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Hard times

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Workers in the construction industry are experiencing increased pressure and lower wages as a direct result of tighter deadlines and the changes in employer attitudes since the recession of the 1980s. Administrative tasks have become burdensome in the industry because of increased managerial pressures. Relationships within the industry are poor, and some believe that the working environment could be improved if subcontractors were no longer used.

Management, Beliefs, opinions and attitudes

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Starter for ten. what did 10 schoolgirls make of their introduction to the building industry

Article Abstract:

10 schoolgirls took part in the national Take Our Daughters to Work Day by investigating a London housing site. Women represent 43% of the nation's workforce, but only 10% work in construction, with many believing that employers do not actively promote equal opportunities. The schoolgirls, aged 10-15 toured the site, and female staff were available to answer any questions.

Construction, Human resource management, Public opinion, Employment discrimination, Take Our Daughters to Work Day

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