Technology as a Pillar of Sustainability

Discover how Additive Manufacturing (AM) is transforming industries and advancing sustainability. This session explores AM’s ability to reduce waste, lower emissions, and support localized production, aligning with Europe’s circular economy goals. Featuring real-world cases, learn how Additive Manufacturing is contributing to the evolution in aerospace component tooling and how innovative AM solutions are shaping the future of architecture, engineering, and construction.

Flood Hazard Analysis with InfoWorks ICM: A Case Study in Germany

Extreme weather events, such as heavy rainfall, are becoming more frequent, increasing flood risks and highlighting the need for climate resilience. This session presents a flash flood hazard analysis for the German city of Frechen using Autodesk InfoWorks ICM. A 2D hydrodynamic model was calibrated with BKG hazard maps and validated against the July 2021 flood event, achieving high accuracy. The analysis demonstrates InfoWorks ICM's efficiency, short computation times, and its value in climate-conscious planning.

Unleash the Power of BIM for LEED

Design professionals face challenges managing sustainability data, including LCA and LEED calculations. This process is often time-consuming and complex due to a lack of integrated tools. TEKNE S.p.A. addresses this by automating LEED credit calculations through BIM and scripting. This innovative approach empowers TEKNE’s sustainability professionals, allowing them to work more efficiently and independently, ultimately leading to more sustainable projects. TEKNE demonstrates how technology can significantly enhance sustainability efforts in the building industry.

1000 Hours to Invest in Resource Efficiency

ITK Envifront has elevated sustainability by implementing a tailored Autodesk Vault solution with system integration. This optimization has saved 1,000 administrative hours—now reinvested in developing more efficient solutions—while significantly reducing waste, improving production accuracy, and minimizing transportation through precise planning. ITK Envifront exemplifies how digitalization can deliver both business success and sustainability.

How 3D Laser Scanning Facilitates Sustainable Building Renovation

With increasing demands for recycling and reuse of building materials, 3D laser scanning offers a systematic approach to renovation and demolition by enabling “Scan to BIM to Twin” workflows. It enables the identification of reusable resources, while addressing challenges like hazardous materials and regulatory requirements. By visually mapping structures, 3D scanning helps unlock the potential for giving materials a second life in new construction projects.

Beyond Illumination: The Impact of Light on Our Well-being

Lighting is evolving. SIMES will guide us in discovering the potential of sustainable lighting, showing us how new technologies are transforming our environments. Light is more than just illumination; it is a powerful modulator of our biological rhythms. It influences our mood, concentration, and sleep. With techniques like cut-off and proper design, considering factors such as intensity, distribution, color, CRI and LED technology, we can create healthier and more comfortable environments, reducing our environmental impact and improving our quality of life.

Skygard: A Greener Building through Prefabricated HVAC Solutions and Material Optimization

Join COWI AS as they share insights from their role as design consultants for the Skygard project. COWI is responsible for designing the technical installations and has opted to use prefabricated solutions for the design of the data center's heating and cooling systems. This approach has delivered economic benefits across the value chain and reduced greenhouse gas emissions through decreased material consumption, while also enhancing on-site Health, Safety, and Environment outcomes and supporting greater circularity.