On our way to COP16: Are business ready to deliver on the commitments from the Global Biodiversity Framework?
The European Business & Nature Summit (EBNS) is a high-level political and technical forum which aims to mobilise the business community to move towards becoming nature positive.
We are excited to announce the upcoming European Business & Nature Summit 2023, the largest conference dedicated to crafting sustainable business models working with biodiversity at their core. This year’s edition will take place on October 11-12 in Palazzo Lombardia, Milan, Italy. This will be a unique opportunity to learn about concrete actions and collaborate in shifting the current economic paradigm in line with global goals for nature.
One year before COP16, the Summit will focus on transformative actions that businesses can take to implement the targets and lead the transition to a nature-positive society. The Summit will enjoy high-level keynote speakers from policy and business, and numerous side events to help business on their journey to improve your relationship with nature. Specific group sessions will be dedicated to monitor, assess and disclose biodiversity; to reduce impacts and regenerate ecosystems; to unlock and mobilise financial resources through innovative mechanisms, and on creating inclusive partnerships to accelerate actions.
By attending, you will have the opportunity to engage in pre-competitive collaborations, share best practices, and learn from leading businesses, financial institutions, entrepreneurs, NGOs, and policymakers. The Summit will host high-level business-policy dialogues and practical workshops catered to businesses and financial institutions that are new to the topic of biodiversity, as well as those who are looking to scale up their efforts.
This year, the Summit will showcase solutions that can transform business models to protect and restore biodiversity, with a special focus on the Mediterranean region as a biodiversity hotspot, as industries with operations in the region are highly exposed to nature-related risks.
We believe that a whole-of-society and immediate approach is necessary to shift the current economic paradigm in line with the global goals for nature. By recognizing the need for businesses, public authorities, NGOs, and other stakeholders to collaborate, we can protect our planet’s biodiversity and shape a sustainable future for all.
Don’t miss this opportunity to learn about concrete actions that businesses can take to protect and restore biodiversity and inspire other to act.
The conference for green roofs, green walls and green infrastructure. Presentations will be translated into English.
EARLY BIRD TICKETS are available till 15-th of August.
Discount for EFB and WGIN members.
DATE: 26.-28.9.2023 (2 days of presentations, 1 day excursion green roofs/green walls)
PLACE: Bratislava, Slovakia
BUY TICKET:
https://inviton.eu/e-14640/konferencia-klimaticky-odolnejsie-mesta
Speakers:
prof. dr. Ing. Manfred Koehler, President of the World Green Infrastructure Network, Germany,
Marta Weber-Siwirska, Wroclaw University of Environmental and Life Science, Poland
prof. Ing. Zuzana Sternová, PhD, executive director of the Technical and Testing Institute of Construction
Mgr. Jozef Pecho, climatologist, Slovak Hydrometeorological Institute
Ing. Marek Sokáč, PhD., Chairman of the Scientific Council of the Institute of Hydrology, SAV
RNDr. Timotej Brenkus, SAŽP, director of the environmental studies section
Ing. arch. Ondrej Horváth, Head of Department of Territorial Development and Concepts, City of Trnava
Ing. Pavel Dostál, chairman of the green roof section, Czech Republic
Ing. Jana Tóth, specialist in financing projects from public sources
and many others… Totally 24 presentations.
If any questions, please contact
Asociácia pre zelené strechy a zelenú infraštruktúru
Lecture in German: Increasing building energy efficiency by means of facade greening
Tuesday, September 26, 5 p.m., 2023, 17 hrs
Increasing building energy efficiency by means of facade greening
Wiebke Niels, University of Cologne
If you are unable to attend, the lecture will be available on the Biotope City Journal Youtube channel.
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This lecture series is a cooperation between the Foundation Biotopes City,
the Institute for Landscape Planning (ILAP) and the Institute of Engineering Biology and
Landscaping (IBLB) of the University of Natural Resources and Applied Life Sciences
Vienna.
Venue:
Südwerk Bürgerzentrum Südstadt
Henriette-Obermüller-Straße 10
76137 Karlsruhe
Link to the location
Date & time:
half-day event from noon
Cost:
none
Continuing education points:
requested
More information about the program will follow soon.
Register here.
Applications to the European Natura 2000 Award 2024 are open until 29 September 2023!
The European Commission is proud to announce the opening call for applications for the 2024 edition of the Natura 2000 Award, which rewards excellence in the management of Natura 2000 sites, and showcases the network’s added value of conserving nature for local communities and economies across the European Union. Apply now to get the recognition you deserve for your achievements, and help others discover Natura 2000 and all its benefits.
The Natura 2000 Award provides a unique opportunity to showcase nature conservation success stories. The Award celebrates excellence in the management of Natura 2000 sites across five categories: Conservation on Land, Marine Conservation, Working Together for Nature, Cross-Border Cooperation and Communication. Any public or private organisations involved in managing Natura 2000 sites across the European Union can apply – from national authorities and environmental NGOs, to businesses, farmers, hunters and landowners, education institutions to media organisations, even individuals. Applications to the European Natura 2000 Award 2024 will remain open until 29 September 2023, and can be submitted in all official EU languages via the Award website.
If you have any questions on the Award, please contact the Secretariat via n2000awards@adelphi.de
Venue:
Authority for the Environment, Climate, Energy and Agriculture,
Neuenfelder Str. 19, 21109 Hamburg
Organizer: Federal Association of Green Buildings e. V
Time: Half-day event from noon
Costs: none | Continuing education credits: requested
Register here
Adivet conference on “Green building and water management”
On October 10, at the Auditorium of the French Ministry of Ecological Transition, Adivet is organizing a conference on “Green buildings and water management”.
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Climate change is leading to less frequent but more intense rainfall events, as well as periods of drought and high temperatures, posing numerous problems, particularly in dense urban environments.
What role can vegetation play in this context?
Under what conditions and within what limits?
What are the prospects for the future?
Speakers from a variety of backgrounds will offer their insights, analyses and experiences on this issue. The day will also provide an opportunity for convivial exchanges.
Program:
9:30 – Introduction and welcome / French Ministry of Ecological Transition
9:45 – Opening address by P. Cazeneuve, Member of Parliament for Hauts-de-Seine, member of the French National Assembly’s Sustainable Development and Spatial Planning Commission.
10:00 – Climate change by Selim Kebir, meteorological engineer at Météo-France, Chief Regional Forecaster for the Ile-de-France region.
10:20 – Water management issues
1 – Background by Jean-Jacques Hérin, President and co-founder of ADOPTA (Association pour le Développement Opérationnel et la Promotion des Techniques Alternatives) and President of the Hauts de France section of Astee.
2 – Regulations and associated issues by Charly Duperrier, Direction Régionale et Interdépartemental de l’Environnement, de l’Aménagement et des Transports d’Ile-de-France, in charge of coordinating government departments in the Ile-de-France region in the implementation of public policies on wastewater treatment and stormwater management.
3 – On a city scale by Pierre-Antoine Versini, researcher at the Hydrology, Meteorology and Complexity laboratory at École des Ponts (HM&Co – ENPC)
11:40 – Building greening and water management
1 – Vegetated buildings and the water cycle: substrate, plants, how they function during a rainy episode by Philippe Faucon, horticultural engineer, in charge of studies at CRITT Horticole, and David Ramier, urban hydrology researcher at Cerema.
2 – Rational use of water on roofs: irrigation, reuse of rainwater, use of grey water, by Vincent Trottet, France Arrosage, Cédric Fontaine, founder-manager of Fontaine Ingénierie, and Gaëlle Bulteau, engineer with the CSTB Water Division.
3 – Solutions: illustrated by case studies
4 – Financial assistance from water agencies by Sébastien Derieux, operations manager specializing in the Paris and Hauts-de-Seine regions, Seine-Normandie water agency.
15:40 – Round table: what kind of water management for tomorrow? Moderated by Adeline Dionisi, editor-in-chief of Etanchéité.info and Bardage.info, she will be joined by Gaëlle Bulteau, Nathalie Leroy, project manager at Arte Charpentier and leader of the landscape unit within the Territoires division, Jean-Christophe Aguas, R&D director at Sommer Environnement, and a representative from the French Ministry of Ecological Transition (to be confirmed).
16:40 – The GreenRoofScore, a tool for assessing the ecosystemic performance of green roofs, will be presented by Adivet.
17:00- Closing address by Christian Piel, CEO of Urbanwater
17:20 – Conclusion by Frédéric Madre (President of Adivet)
https://www.adivet.net/actualites/colloque-adivet-bati-vegetalise-et-gestion-de-l-eau
Venue:
Comturey am Hafen
78465 Insel Mainau
Date & time:
10/10/2023, half-day event from noon
Cost:
none
Continuing education points:
requested
More information about the program will follow soon.
Register here.
Lecture in German: Fire protection with facade greening
Tuesday, October 10, 2023, 17 hrs
Fire protection with facade greening
Dr. Dieter Werner, Testing, Inspection and Certification Body of the City of Vienna, Head of the Building Physics Laboratory
If you are unable to attend, the lecture will be available on the Biotope City Journal Youtube channel.
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This lecture series is a cooperation between the Foundation Biotopes City,
the Institute for Landscape Planning (ILAP) and the Institute of Engineering Biology and
Landscaping (IBLB) of the University of Natural Resources and Applied Life Sciences
Vienna.
The European Business & Nature Summit (EBNS)
Don’t miss out on the opportunity to join the transformative movement towards a nature-positive society! The European Business & Nature Summit (EBNS) is pleased to announce that registrations will open on August 22nd at 12:00 CEST. Be quick to book your free tickets. Spots are limited and registrations will be accepted on a rolling basis. First come, first served.
As the largest conference dedicated to crafting sustainable business models with biodiversity at its core , the EBNS invites you to be part of the momentum towards a nature-positive, net zero and equitable future. Taking place at the Palazzo Lombardia in Milan on October 11th and 12th, the Summit will gather forward-looking business and finance taking action for nature.
This year’s edition, scheduled just one year before COP16, holds special significance. With a focus on empowering businesses to take decisive transformative action, the Summit aims to support the implementation of Global Biodiversity Framework. With a focus on empowering businesses to take decisive transformative action, the Summit aims to support the implementation of the Global Biodiversity Framework. Indeed, target 15 outlines the role of companies and financial institutions in halting and reversing nature loss, significantly raising the bar for corporate action and reporting for nature.
Join us in Milan to learn from other companies and financial institutions how they are addressing their impacts and dependencies on nature. Discuss with peers and policymakers how we can act together. You will hear from more than 50 speakers, including:
- Aldo Beolchini, CIO NextEnergy Capital
- Maria Chiara Carozza, President of the Consiglio Nazionale delle Richerche
- Gilles Denis, Professional adventurer, Co-founder Nanok Expedition
- Florika Fink-Hooijer, Director General for the Environment, European Commission
- Andrea Illy, Chairman of illycaffè, Co-Chairman of Regenerative Society Foundation
- Fiona Melrose, Head of Group Strategy and ESG UniCredit
- Mario Nava, Director General for Structural Reform Support, European Commission
- Jan Erik Saugestad, CEO Storebrand Asset Management
- Noor Yafai-Stroband, Europe Director for Global Policy and Institutional Partnerships, The Nature Conservancy
- Eva Zabey, CEO, Business for Nature
- Mieke Siebers, Executive Director Foundation for Sustainable Development, will be the Master of Ceremonies, guiding us through the two-day event. Check out the full list of speakers on the website.
Engaging group sessions have been designed to monitor, assess, and disclose biodiversity; reduce impacts and regenerate ecosystems; unlock financial resources through innovative mechanisms; and foster inclusive partnerships to accelerate action. Have a look at the programme.
There will also be various side events that you can attend.
Don’t miss this extraordinary opportunity to learn about concrete actions that businesses can take to protect and restore biodiversity. Be the catalyst for change and inspire others to join this urgent mission.
Stay tuned for further information and registration details through our Newsletter and the European Business & Nature Summit 2023 website. Together, let’s make a commitment to nature-positive action and secure a brighter, more sustainable future!
Venue:
Bavarian State Office for the Environment (LfU)
Mayor-Ulrich-Strasse 160
86179 Augsburg
Link to the location
Date & time:
October 17, 2023, half-day event from noon
Cost:
none
Continuing education points:
requested
More information about the program will follow soon.
Register here
EURESFO brings together experts and practitioners from around the world to discuss and share innovative solutions for building resilient and sustainable cities.The European Urban Resilience Forum will feature engaging keynote speakers, interactive workshops, and networking opportunities to explore topics such as urban resilience, disaster risk management, financing, and insurance for disaster risk.
The Bundesverband GebäudeGrün e.V. (BuGG) now offers advanced training seminars on green roofs and façades in addition to its tried and tested seminars (such as Green Roof and Façade Forum, Green Roof, Façade Greening and Indoor Greening Symposium).
Since the start of the advanced training seminars in 2021, more than 200 interested parties have taken up around 450 seminar places and have been very satisfied!
It is possible to combine an orientation seminar with a specialist seminar. By passing an exam one can also become a “BuGG-certified specialist advisor on green roofs or façades” to be prepared for initial consultations on the basics of green building.
A list of BuGG-certified green roof and façade consultants can be found here.
All of the seminars can be attended individually as well in order to receive a certificate of attendance.
For more information and registration (in German) follow the link.
International Conference on Green Roofs in Maia, Portugal
International Conference on Green Roofs Maia’ 23 – nature back in the city!
DAY: 26.10.2023
LOCATION: Maia Forum
Check the conference program here
The program includes two guided tours subject to registration: to the green roof of Forum Maia and to Torre do Lidador – Maia 360º.
REGISTER HERE: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSdlOrxiCV-Dh79xGZw_wSL78_rRFqgvJaa0lJIJ6H86cuQOnw/viewform
More information: formacao@landlab.pt
The Bundesverband GebäudeGrün e.V. (BuGG) now offers advanced training seminars on green roofs and façades in addition to its tried and tested seminars (such as Green Roof and Façade Forum, Green Roof, Façade Greening and Indoor Greening Symposium).
Since the start of the advanced training seminars in 2021, more than 200 interested parties have taken up around 450 seminar places and have been very satisfied!
It is possible to combine an orientation seminar with a specialist seminar. By passing an exam one can also become a “BuGG-certified specialist advisor on green roofs or façades” to be prepared for initial consultations on the basics of green building.
A list of BuGG-certified green roof and façade consultants can be found here.
All of the seminars can be attended individually as well in order to receive a certificate of attendance.
For more information and registration (in German) follow the link.
Venue:
Mercatorhalle Duisburg
Landfermannstraße 6
47051 Duisburg
Date & time:
November 7th, 2023, half-day event from noon
Cost: none
Continuing education points: requested
More information about the program will follow soon.
Register here.
Venue:
FORUM adult education center on Neumarkt
Cäcilienstraße 29-33
50676 Cologne
Date & time:
November 8th, 2023, half-day event from noon
Cost:
none
Continuing education points:
requested
More information about the program will follow soon.
Register here
Half-day online exam to becom a “BuGG-certified specialist consultant for green roofs”.
Examination requirements: E01 + G01.
For more information contact the German Bundesverband GebäudeGrün e.V..
12th Barcelona International Landscape Biennial Symposium, 24-28th November, 2023.
From the 24th to the 28th of November 2023, a new edition of the Barcelona International Landscape Biennial will take place to reflect on how to face future challenges in the built environment and evaluate how the landscape could become a primary tool to achieve climate change mitigation. The event will bring together, for one more year, professionals and experts in landscape architecture in the event that has become a reference on an international scale.
It includes the Rosa Barba Casanovas International Landscape Architecture Prize for the best-built landscape projects, the International Landscape Architecture School Prize, a Symposium revolving around the latest concerns in Landscape Architecture, an exhibition of the Rosa Barba Prize finalist projects, and the launch of the Book-catalogue of the 11th Barcelona International Landscape Biennial (2021).
The first edition of the Barcelona International Landscape Biennial arises from the desire to deepen and generate debate about the landscape. Not only from an environmental point of view but also one of the motors of landscape conservation, even through landscape architecture. Research is relevant in all the disciplinary fields linked to landscape study and its evolution. Each edition revolves around a central theme; a motto is chosen according to current affairs and concerns, both professional and social, related to the landscape.
Come to Barcelona and meet the most impressive landscape projects awarded. Four days of landscape celebration devoted to professionals Rosa Barba Prize, Landscape School Prize, and debates.
Tickets here. early-bird discount ticket deadline – 23th JulyA range of discounts to boost your active participation:Early-bird tickets: 100 EUR Professionals / 50 EUR StudentsRegistration until July, 23th 2023Standard tickets: 120 EUR Professionals / 60 EUR StudentsRegistration until August, 31th 2023Late tickets: 140 EUR Professionals / 80 EUR StudentsRegistration after August, 31th 2023
- the registration fee for Round Table Brussels 2023 is EUR 85.00 (plus 21% VAT)
- presentations on common challenges by peers working in international associations and by experts
- discussions in workshops and break-out rooms with the chance to ask in-depth questions and to share and exchange knowledge and experience
- UIA team members will moderate the sessions throughout, guiding and assisting the delegates
- networking breaks, lunch, cocktail reception
Zurich University of Applied Sciences ZHAW and University and the city of Basel are planning a World Green Roof and Green Facade congress in Basel, 20th and 21st June 2024.