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Buildings for People and Planet - Virtual Conference
Event/Workshop
GB
Tuesday, 19 March 2024, 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Join our virtual conference to explore Facilities Management's (FM's) critical role in securing a sustainable and resilient future for all.
What is this conference about?
The World Green Building Council's (WGBC) recent report on Creating Better Places for People considers FM's critical role in delivering a sustainable built environment.
Most importantly, it provides a framework to understand issues such as Wellbeing, Productivity, Accessibility and the Energy & Carbon challenge.
Uniting experts from across the FM sector, this virtual conference will take a deeper look at some of these topics and give you the opportunity to find out how your organisation can contribute towards an equitable and resilient future for all.
What will I achieve?
By joining this session you will:
- Understand the critical role that FM and building owners and operators have in achieving a sustainable built environment
- See how the whole built environment value chain from designers and clients to the FM supply chain can contribute
- Gain insights into the social impact of FM using WGBC's framework
- Hear from industry experts on how to deliver better places for people whilst being mindful of costs and other constraints
- Discuss some of the key opportunities and challenges of operating a better built environment:
- Ensuring ESG policy is delivered in practice
- Enhancing occupant health, wellbeing and productivity
- Effective handover between construction and operation of buildings
- Community engagement, accessibility and inclusivity
- Overcoming resistance to change
- Achieving and measuring sustained impact
Who will I hear from?
- Giulia Mori, Health & Wellbeing Lead at CBRE UK
- Olga Turner Baker MRICS WELL AP, Managing Director at Ekkist
- Rachael Burn, Environment & Social Value Manager at Mitie
- Sara Kawamura (Sarah Haddad), Global Programme Coordinator at World Green Building Council
You will need:
- Internet connection
- A computer with microphone and camera is best (e.g. a PC/laptop/iMac/MacBook)
- Earphones/headphones/speakers (preferable)
- A tablet/iPad/smart phone/iPhone to load facilitation tools
Can I invite a colleague?
Yes, you can invite as many colleagues as you’d like. Simply follow the instructions when you click through to register under ‘Add or cancel additional attendees’.
If you have any questions feel free to contact Lucy.