Message from John Aldersley……
. John would like to thank all those members and friends who sent kind messages of condolence during his recent bereavement. In his words “it’s been a big help”. .
2020 Golf Tournament – Postponed
. The 2020 Leeds Association of Engineers Annual Golf Tournament has been postponed. Here is a letter from Steve Stacey, Hon. Golf Secretary… 26th March 2020 I have been in contact with Leeds Golf Club where we were due to hold our Annual Golf Day on Wednesday 24th June. I have already paid a deposit for the event and have agreed … Continue reading “2020 Golf Tournament – Postponed”
President’s Message – Cancellation of Dinner and Meetings…..
To all members: A message from the President….. 17/3/2020 Dear Member, As I am sure you are all already aware most organised events and public gatherings have now all been cancelled due to the recent rapid growth of Coronavirus in accordance with government guidelines. With these guidelines in mind and thinking of what my own company is doing to restrict … Continue reading “President’s Message – Cancellation of Dinner and Meetings…..”
Fourth Generation Nuclear Fission…..
. Our member Barrie Yates who is also a member of the group ‘Supporters of Nuclear Energy’ (SONE www.sone.org.uk) has been corresponding with Simon Newton of Moltex Energy. Following an article in the New Scientist by Dr. Paul Dorfman, Honorary Senior Research Fellow at the Energy Institute, University College London (UCL), Mr. Newton was moved to respond to some points … Continue reading “Fourth Generation Nuclear Fission…..”
Anniversary Dinner…Coming Soon !!!
. The Leeds Association of Engineers 154th Anniversary Dinner is fast approaching and full details including the Menu and an Application Form are now on the website. Your Dinner Secretary, Andrew Kibler, awaits your applications…. Details can be found on the event page but here is a quick link:- Dinner 2020 Book now !!! We look forward to seeing you … Continue reading “Anniversary Dinner…Coming Soon !!!”
Changes to the Lecture Programme…..
. Please Note:- Due to the lecturer being unavailable for the February event we have swapped lectures with the April event. Barrie Yates will now present his lecture on 27th February instead of following the AGM. Jayanti Mistry will give his lecture following the AGM on 30th April. See the event pages using these links for further details….. February Lecture … Continue reading “Changes to the Lecture Programme…..”
Power for Electric Cars…..
Where do you think the power for Electric Cars should originate ? Barrie Yates has forwarded thoughts from Sir Bernard Ingham. Sir Bernard is first and foremost a Yorkshire lad from Hebden Bridge and a graduate of the University of Bradford. He was also Margaret Thatcher’s chief press secretary. These are some of his recent blunt observations in the Yorkshire Post, … Continue reading “Power for Electric Cars…..”
A Realistic Assessment of Renewable Energy…..
. A lesson on Renewable Energy….. Barrie Yates has forwarded a link to a short lecture on renewable energy which members might find interesting. Over six years ago the late David MacKay, or to give him his full title, Sir David John Cameron MacKay FRS FInstP FICE, gave a ‘TED.Ed.Warwick’ lecture with some surprising statistics, clearly illustrated and explained. He … Continue reading “A Realistic Assessment of Renewable Energy…..”