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Sustainability Overseas conference programme set for launch at Ecobuild 2013

UBM Built Environment, organisers of Ecobuild 2013 (5th – 7th March 2013, ExCeL London) will bring together a wealth of top sustainability experts to debate and share their unique perspectives on the global sustainability agenda with the launch of its Sustainability Overseas conference programme.

Forming part of Ecobuild 2013’s wider conference programme in association with UKGBC, the one-day conference stream will take place on Wednesday 6th March 2013 covering the challenges and opportunities of sustainability around the world with experts from UK Green Building Council, RICS, AECOM, International Sustainability Alliance, BRE, Premier Inn and many more. For the full programme line-up and speaker information, please visit http://bit.ly/sustainabilityoverseas

Industry experts will discuss hot topics such as ‘Understanding the sustainability drivers in overseas markets’, ‘What sustainability strategies are needed for different climatic zones?’ ‘What and where are the market opportunities for sustainability expertise in BRIC nations?’ and ‘Successfully delivering sustainable buildings in emerging markets’.

Confirmed speakers include:

  • Mr John Alker, Director of Policy and Communications, UK Green Building Council
  • Mr James Rowlands, Global Research and Policy Project Manager, RICS
  • Ms Aleksandra Krstanovic, Director, AECOM
  • Mr Phil Buttery, CEO, International Sustainability Alliance
  • Mr Simon Cox, Vice President Project Management and UK Sustainability Officer, Prologis
  • Mr Julian Sutherland, Design Director, Atkins
  • Mr Simon Rawlinson, Head of Strategic Research, EC Harris
  • Mr Jon Lovell, Head of Sustainability, Drivers Jonas Deloitte
  • Mr Alan Shingler, Head of Sustainability, Sheppard Robson
  • Mr Robert Buckley, Sustainable Design Director, AECOM
  • Mr Frank Mills, Founder, McGrath Mills Consulting
  • Ms Helen Pineo, BREEAM Communities Manager, BRE

Tom Broughton, Brand Director for Ecobuild said: “We are excited about the opportunities Sustainability Overseas will bring to Ecobuild, showcasing sustainability best practice from around the world and helping to broaden thinking. This important addition to our highly acclaimed conference programme not only strengthens the international proposition at Ecobuild UK, but also forms part of our wider international launch plans.”

“Building upon the anchor event in London, international expansion plans next year will see the Ecobuild community land in China, India and Malaysia. This development reflects the needs of visitors, exhibitors and local markets as Ecobuild strives to connect the thinking behind the ever changing dynamics of the global sustainability agenda,” he added.

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