Conference Green Building 2024

We would like to invite you to the 9th Green Building Conference 2024 with the subtitle Decarbonisation as the Path to a Sustainable Future, where we delve into the critical topic of decarbonisation and its pivotal role in achieving the Zero Carbon Europe commitment by 2050, as outlined in the Paris Agreement. Embrace the opportunities inherent in decarbonisation, not just for environmental impact but also as a catalyst for substantial business growth. Our conference aims to be a celebration of inspiration, offering tangible examples of sustainable solutions that are shaping the future.

The program is structured around various industry segments' perspectives on decarbonisation, featuring five thematic blocks and three keynote speeches.

Keynote Speakers

Experience insights from influential figures driving change in decarbonisation:

• Vicente Guallart: An esteemed architect renowned for his work in ecological city and building projects, notably as the former chief architect of Barcelona.
• Ana Cunha: A strategic sustainability advisor at Deerns Group, presenting innovative engineering and sustainability cases from notable projects like Bosco Verticale, Triodos Bank Headquarters, and Maison de l'Île-de-France.
• Andrew Waugh: Founding director of Waugh Thistleton Architects, sharing over 20 years of expertise in designing timber projects with a focus on renewable, bio-based materials.

Thematic Blocks Overview

1. Development/Design: Exploring the role of design in sustainable projects and the collaborative approach required for successful implementation.
2. Materials/Circularity: Emphasizing the importance of circularity principles and bio-based materials in preserving resources and reducing carbon footprints.
3. Technology/Environment: Demonstrating technology's role in reducing carbon footprints while ensuring superior internal environments.
4. Finance/ESG: Addressing the impact of ESG (Environmental, Social, Governance) factors on real estate financing and reporting.
5. Decarbonisation Roadmap: Introducing the Czech Green Building Council's roadmap, offering insights and recommendations for achieving net-zero emissions by 2050.

Panel Discussions

Each thematic block includes moderated panel discussions featuring representatives from the private and public sectors. The debates are moderated by Michala Hergetová.

Panellists

Distinguished panellists include industry leaders and experts such as Pascal Eveillard (Saint-Gobain Group), Petr Palička (Penta Real Estate), Eva Nykodymová (Skanska), Michal Petřík (BUILDSYS, a.s.), Jon Hale (Chapman Tayor), Petr Hejduk (Daikin) and many more. Participation of representatives of relevant ministries is being negotiated.

More information on conference website.

Registration available HERE.