QbiQ at Building Green Germany: Building a Sustainable Future Together
On June 19 and 20, QbiQ participated in Building Green Germany in Hamburg. This conference is entirely focused on improving sustainability and circularity within the construction industry. Marianne van der Sande, Brand Manager at QbiQ Wall Systems, attended the event. In this blog, she shares her insights and experiences, and explains why participating in this event is so crucial for the future of sustainable building.
The urgency of sustainability in construction
The construction industry urgently needs to change to reduce its impact on the climate. At Building Green, visitors learn about the issues affecting nature and climate, but more importantly, how organizations can make a positive difference. This way, we move from talking to action and take concrete steps toward a smaller ecological footprint. During the sessions, architects shared their best practices and the pitfalls they encountered while designing leading circular projects. The keynote lecture by Michael Braungart, the founder of the Cradle to Cradle concept, was also well attended.
The Dutch pavilion: innovations in sustainable construction
QbiQ participated in the Dutch pavilion of NBSO Hamburg, along with fifteen other innovative Dutch companies. Under the motto “Constructing a sustainable future together,” we demonstrated how to create a healthier living environment while minimizing the negative impact on the environment. Naturally, we presented our Cradle to Cradle Silver certified concepts. We showcased our iQ PRO Eco biobased solid walls and our Cradle to Cradle certified glass partitions. Moreover, we represented the Cradle to Cradle Products Innovation Institute.
Inspiring conversations and valuable connections
During the conference, we had plenty of opportunities to engage in conversations with like-minded individuals: people with a green heart looking for opportunities to build differently. The green heart is also beating faster in Germany! Beautiful connections emerged within the Dutch group of entrepreneurs in the pavilion. We helped promote each other’s products, and who knows what wonderful outcomes might result. It was also remarkable to note that Germans believe the Netherlands is ahead in sustainable innovations.
Networking events and special construction projects
On the first evening, Hamburg Invest, Copenhagen Capacity, and the German Smart City Association organized a networking event. On the second and final evening, we visited Roots, a special construction project by Garbe in the Hafencity, followed by a dinner. These events also offered extensive opportunities to exchange ideas and gain inspiration for future projects.
Looking ahead to Building Green Copenhagen
At the end of October, QbiQ will go to Building Green Copenhagen, an event with more than 8,000 visitors, 130 speakers, and 170 exhibitors. The theme of this edition is ‘Sustainable Construction and Architecture.’ We believe it is important to demonstrably invest in the philosophy of how we can build sustainably, especially as an official certificate holder on behalf of the Cradle to Cradle Product Innovation Institute. The edition in Hamburg was great, but the conference in Copenhagen is said to be even bigger. I am really looking forward to it!
Speed dating?
We hope to meet you in Copenhagen. Contact us for a speed date with Marianne van der Sande and discover how QbiQ can contribute to circularity in your projects. Together, we are building a greener future!
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