DBI2024 – International conference on Decarbonising the Building Industry – Keynote by Prof Chris Knapp
The Decarbonising the Building Industry (DBI) 2024 Conference concluded with an inspiring keynote by Professor Chris Knapp, Research Director at Building 4.0 CRC and a trailblazer in architectural innovation. As a practitioner, researcher, and educator, Professor Knapp brought a multifaceted perspective to the challenges and opportunities in decarbonising the built environment. His address highlighted the […]
DBI2024 – International conference on Decarbonising the Building Industry – Keynote by Prof Vivian W. Y. Tam
The Decarbonising the Building Industry (DBI) 2024 Conference serves as a vital platform for addressing the global challenge of reducing carbon emissions across the building lifecycle. On the second day of the conference, Distinguished Professor Vivian W. Y. Tam of Western Sydney University delivered a compelling keynote on achieving net-zero emissions in the construction sector. […]
DBI2024 – International conference on Decarbonising the Building Industry – Keynote by Prof Wei Pan
The Decarbonising the Building Industry (DBI) 2024 Conference provided a vital platform to explore innovative strategies for achieving net-zero carbon buildings by 2050. Among the conference’s highlights was the keynote by Professor Wei Pan, Head of Civil Engineering at the University of Hong Kong and a pioneer in Modular Integrated Construction (MIC). Professor Pan’s presentation […]
DBI2024 International Conference on Decarbonising the Building Industry – Opening Remarks
The Decarbonising the Building Industry (DBI) 2024 Conference began with a series of thought-provoking opening remarks that set the tone for the two-day event. Held at the University of Melbourne, this inaugural international conference brought together over 200 researchers, industry leaders, and policymakers from 18 countries. As the world faces the pressing challenge of achieving […]
DBI2024 – International conference on Decarbonising the Building Industry – Keynotes by Prof Lützkendorf and Prof Birgisdottir
The Decarbonising the Building Industry (DBI) 2024 Conference brought together thought leaders and changemakers to address the pressing challenge of decarbonising the built environment. Among the highlights were the keynote presentations by Professor Thomas Lützkendorf from Karlsruhe Institute of Technology (Germany) and Professor Harpa Birgisdóttir from Aalborg University (Denmark). Their discussions offered critical insights into […]
DBI2024 – International conference on Decarbonising the Building Industry – Keynote by Prof Santamouris
The Decarbonising the Building Industry (DBI) 2024 Conference has established itself as a critical forum for addressing the climate challenges facing the built environment. Bringing together over 200 participants from 18 countries, the event explored innovative solutions to reduce carbon emissions and create sustainable cities. One of the highlights was a keynote by Professor Mat […]
Decarbonising the Building Industry: Reflections on DBI’s First Year and Looking Ahead
As the year draws to a close, it’s a moment of pride and reflection for the Decarbonising Building Industry (DBI) network. Over the past year, DBI has become a rallying point for global leaders, researchers, and industry professionals dedicated to one of the most pressing challenges of our time—decarbonising the built environment. This milestone year […]
DBI2024 International Conference on Decarbonising the Building Industry – Reflection
This past week, the University of Melbourne proudly hosted the Decarbonising the Building Industry (DBI) 2024 Conference, a two-day event that brought together over 200 attendees from 18 countries. With the theme Net-Zero Whole-Life Carbon Buildings by 2050, DBI 2024 served as a critical forum for sharing research, exploring innovative strategies, and fostering global collaboration […]
Decarbonising Construction Project Delivery through Digitalisation – Presentations
At the recent DBI-WSU Workshop on Decarbonising Construction Project Delivery through Digitalisation, industry leaders, government representatives, and researchers convened at Western Sydney University to explore how digital tools and strategies can reshape the construction industry’s approach to sustainability. The speakers—representing organisations like Transport for NSW, CPB Contractors, Mott MacDonald, WSP, and ABAB—shared best practices, innovative […]
Decarbonising Construction Project Delivery through Digitalisation
The Decarbonising Construction Project Delivery through Digitalisation workshop, held at Western Sydney University, was an insightful event that convened leaders from government, industry, and academia. This gathering highlighted the critical role of digital technologies in reducing carbon emissions in the construction sector. With speakers from organisations such as Transport for New South Wales, CPB Contractors, […]