We’re showcasing real-world case studies from business leaders who are prioritising resilience and adaption across the building sector — by empowering local communities, protecting vulnerable regions, and designing buildings that can withstand climate shocks. According to the UNFCCC, only 62 parties have submitted adaption communications under the Global Stocktake. There’s an urgent need for greater […]
World Green Building Council (WorldGBC) invites you to the fourth webinar in our #BeBoldOnBuildings COP30 series: Unlocking Impactful Finance The built environment isn’t just the world’s largest asset class — it’s our biggest opportunity to tackle the climate crisis. Finance has the power to shape its future, yet one question remains: what truly makes a building […]
Join us on 11 September 2025 from 14:00—15:00 BST, where the BuildingToCOP Coalition will share insights and build momentum in the lead-up to COP30 in Belém, Brazil, and a few COP101 tips for everyone. Joining us as a Firestarter for the first Forum will be Paul Watkinson - a high-level multilateral facilitator and negotiator - […]
In September this year, Climate Week NYC returns to the City of New York. It will bring together inspiring heads of government and leaders from the world of business, tech, academia, and civil society. Together, they’ll share ideas, challenge, create, collaborate, and energize. The world is changing - and so is the way we talk […]
Europe’s leading trade show and conference showcasing the latest innovations in real estate technology. Join us for a dynamic event featuring cutting-edge proptech solutions, expert-led seminars, and tailored networking opportunities. Whether you're a real estate developer, investor, or a proptech entrepreneur, discover the future of real estate at the third annual London Proptech Show.
The internationally acclaimed Forum that has convened leaders from business, policy and finance at COP for 16 years, dedicated to facilitating cross sector collaboration to catalyse transformative climate action.
The program will feature real-world cases of private sector solutions and investments across the six pillars of the Action Agenda, as well as panels, roundtables, and side events.
The event, Building for Forests: Global Collaboration & Documentary Premiere, will bring together leading voices from across the timber value chain in Brazil and the wider world. The evening will open with a session featuring prominent Brazilian architects, municipal leaders, and policymakers exploring how forest-positive construction is shaping cities and communities across the country. This […]
The Conference of the Parties (COP) is the largest global event for discussions and negotiations on climate change. The meeting is held annually, with the presidency rotating among the five regions recognized by the United Nations. In 2025, Brazil will have the honor of hosting the 30th Conference of the Parties (COP30), which will take […]
Welcome to the 18th Green Building Convention, where the future of sustainable development takes centre stage. Taking place from 11 – 13 November 2025 at the vibrant Century City Conference Centre in Cape Town, this year’s theme, Stepping Up to Next is a bold call to action for our industry to redefine progress and innovation. The built […]
Join WorldGBC CEO Cristina Gamboa for a fireside chat co-hosted by GlobalABC and Saint-Gobain at COP30, where we’ll be exploring what needs to happen to accelerate low-carbon, climate-resilient solutions across the built environment. Register here
This session will explore the multiple benefits of energy efficiency, and discuss how best to unleash them, using opportunities through legislation such as the Energy Performance of Buildings Directive(EPBD) as a starting point, and putting people at the centre of the agenda.
This is a COP30 Action Agenda Event.
As urbanisation accelerates and populations grow, alongside more frequent and intense natural disasters, cities face mounting challenges. Resilient infrastructure is critical to help protect communities and maintain economic stability. This session will highlight how AI and advanced technologies are being leveraged to enhance infrastructure resilience, featuring practical case studies and innovative approaches that contribute to […]
This year, it's finally time for Building Sustainability again, which takes place on Thursday 27 November at Münchenbryggeriet in Stockholm. The conference will be followed by SGBC's annual award ceremony and the Sweden Green Building Awards gala. The Nordic region's leading conference in sustainable spatial planning is being held for the seventh time and is […]
IndiaGBC is organising the 23rd edition of its flagship event - Green Building Congress 2025, scheduled to take place from 27 - 29 November 2025 at the Jio World Convention Centre, Mumbai, India. Green Building Congress 2025 features a 3-day international conference and parallel green expo, showcasing cutting-edge low carbon and green building products, technologies, and solutions. The primary objectives of the 23rd Green […]
Agenda 9:30 – 10:00 AM | Networking & Coffee10:00 – 10:10 AM | Welcome remarks by Amira Ayoub, Regional Head – MENA, WorldGBC10:10 – 10:30 AM | Launch of the Water Conservation and Monitoring Playbook for Schools10:30 – 11:30 AM | Interactive workshop