Since our last newsletter our New Zealand manufacturer ABODO has added many features to their product Vulcan thermal wood.

The AIA International Conference 2024 (AIAISC'24) is a 3-day virtual conference scheduled to take place from March 14 to 16, 2024. The conference will delve into the theme of "Decarbonizing Construction: From Material Production to Preservative Adaptive Reuse."

The launch of the HKGBC Guidebook for Sustainable Built Environment took place at the CIC-Zero Carbon Park on 4 December 2023, with over 100 distinguished guests attending the launching ceremony. We were especially honoured to have the presence of Ms Clarice YU, JP, Director of Buildings, the Government of the HKSAR, who graciously supported the event.

The Quality Building Award 2024 (QBA 2024) is now officially open for nomination. The QBA, which was inaugurated in 2002 by nine of Hong Kong’s leading professional institutions and organizations, is a prestigious biennial award that recognizes the excellent teamwork capabilities and highest standards of professionalism in designing and constructing quality buildings in Hong Kong, Mainland and Overseas. It has been recognized as the most prestigious Award for the building and construction sectors. QBA 2024 will mark the award’s twelfth edition, with the theme being "Empowering Innovation | Sustaining Green | Generating Wellness” and newly introduced Building in GBA award category.

Green Building Award 2023 Award Presentation Dinner Embracing Wellbeing．Excellence in Sustainable Built Environment Record-Breaking Milestone: 147 nominations Mark a Striking 47% Increase from Previous Edition 9 Outstanding Developers, Consultants and Organisations Honoured with Pioneer Awards of Green Building Leadership

FirePro protects lives, assets and most importantly, our environment and sustainable future. We have received top sales performance award for promoting its technology to the region to its increasing Li-ion battery and Energy Storage sector.

Online Submission is now available!! The biennial Green Building Award – a prestigious accolade co-organised by the Hong Kong Green Building Council (HKGBC) and the Professional Green Building Council (PGBC)

Nikken Sekkei and Shenzhen University’s School of Architecture & Urban Planning held a forum on the theme of "New Trends and Practices in Sustainable Design" at the on-campus Benyuan Hall on December 8.

Providing sustainability and reduction in energy consumption, assisting clients achieving ESG goals, our cases have reduced up to 90% in duct leakage.

Introduction in Cantonese of sustainable lighting solutions for smart office from lighting design and application point of view. Specific for Hong Kong audience.

“Finding a sustainable lifestyle is an ongoing series of choices and commitments”, asserts Bonnie Herring, Director of Architecture and Sustainability at Breathe.

The Green Building Award 2021 was honoured to have Mr Michael WONG Wai-lun, JP, Secretary for Development, the Government of the HKSAR (top right), Mr WONG Kam-sing, GBS, JP, Secretary for the Environment, the Government of the HKSAR (bottom left), Mr Franklin YU, Chairman of GBA 2021 Organising Committee (top left) , Mr CHEUNG Hau-wai, SBS, Chairman of the HKGBC (bottom middle), and Mr Joel CHAN, Chairman of the PGBC (bottom right) joining the first-ever virtual award presentation ceremony as our officiating guests and sharing with us their visions on the green building development in Hong Kong.

ReThink HK is a unique annual event that helps organisations align sustainable business practices at every stage of their value chain, showcases innovation and solutions accelerating sustainable transformation. ReThink unites the ecosystem so all stakeholders and communities can contribute to and look forward to a climate-smart and equitable city, for everyone. All delegate fees contribute to funding local impact projects with Hong Kong charities.

Talaga Sampireun Bekasi aims to offer a natural outdoor dining experience with a new image of Indonesian rural life while retaining its traditional values

Earth Day is celebrated by billions of people across the globe each year on April 22, to raise awareness and demonstrate support for environmental protection.

Digitalization for sustainable development is based on two major development trends, namely green technology and digital transformation.

From mass timber buildings to future-focused furniture, architects need to prioritize the entire supply chain of sustainable building materials writes Andy Cohen, co-CEO of Gensler.

Maybe you’ve heard of Marmoleum, maybe you’ve used it in a project before or maybe it just sounds like a jumbled word that reminds you of your grandmother’s kitchen. First, let’s clarify, Marmoleum is not the old linoleum flooring of the 50s.

Building construction and operations make up 38% of the world’s energy-related CO2 emissions, according to the 2020 Global Status Report for Buildings and Construction published by UN Environment Programme.

Source: https://www.control4.com/blog/607/smart-home-technology-for-a-sustainable-lifestyle

As the leading European manufacturer of High Pressure Laminates, Abet Laminati takes ownership of its environmental responsibility and has implemented ways to maximize the sustainability of their manufacturing process.

Launching today, Dow brings an immersive 3D booth experience to offer an exclusive look at the first of many new high-performing, sustainable personal care solutions.