• Shaping Tomorrow, Today: Leading the charge towards sustainable urban development

    TUESDAY 4TH JUNE 2024 - CROWNE PLAZA RIYADH AL WAHA, SAUDI ARABIA

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​​​​​ABOUT

Amidst growing discussions about a greener and more resilient future, the construction industry emerges as a vanguard, actively pursuing decarbonisation and prioritising green building strategies in urban development. 

At the Construction Week Green Building Summit, our mission is to catalyse meaningful dialogues that translate into tangible actions rather than fleeting discussions. Rather than reiterating familiar themes, our objective is to drive real-world implementation. 

Join us in envisioning a future where sustainability is not just a concept, but a lived reality. Together, let's embark on a journey to explore the potential of a greener, brighter, and more resilient world.

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​CONFERENCE PROGRAMME

Opening
Session One: Decarbonizing the Kingdom
Session Two: All about Sustainable Construction Tech
Session Three: Leading up the vision 2024 GIGA Projects
Opening

08:30 - 09:15

Registration and refreshments

09:15 - 09:20

Welcome remarks by the Editor, Construction Week

09:20 - 09:30

Welcome remarks by the Chairperson

Ranju Warrier, Editor in Chief - Construction Week Middle East & Construction Week Saudi

Ranju Warrier is the Editor in Chief of Construction Week Middle East and Construction Week Saudi. Having previously been associated with Forbes Middle East, she has over 10 years of journalism experience. holds a Master’s degree in Mass Communication and Journalism.

Session One: Decarbonizing the Kingdom

09:30 - 09:45
Keynote: Green Foundations: Advancing sustainability with building technologies

·  Innovations in eco-friendly construction materials

·  Energy efficient building technologies

·  Case studies of successful implementation in the Middle East

Eng. Thabet M. Al-Sawyeed, Governor - Saudi Contractors Authority

As the Governor of Saudi Contractors Authority (SCA), Eng. Thabet Al-Sawyeed is responsible for running all facets of the business and its operational plan. As a founding leader in 2016, he formulated the Authority business’s strategy working closely with more than 50 Key strategic government and private stakeholders and has been leading the authority ever since executing its strategy resulting in achieving its planned objectives. 

09:45 - 10:15
Panel Discussion: A Breath of Fresh Air: Biophilic design and indoor environment excellence

•Incorporating nature-inspired elements into building design.
•Improving occupant health and well-being through biophilic design.
•Strategies for enhancing indoor air quality and natural ventilation

10:15 - 10:30
Keynote: Green building certifications: Explained

•Are certifications important?
•Compliance with local green building codes and regulations
•Pros and cons of being green building certified
Session Two: All about Sustainable Construction Tech

10:30 - 11.00
Panel Discussion: Renew, Reuse, Retrofit: Transforming buildings with green retrofit solutions

•Upgrading existing buildings to meet green building standards.
•Challenges and opportunities in retrofitting older structures in the Middle East.
•Financial incentives and funding options for green building renovations

11:00 - 11.15
Keynote: 3D Printing in Construction: Revolutionising the industry through additive manufacturing

•How can 3D printing minimise material waste?
•Examining how 3D printing accelerates construction timelines through rapid prototyping and on-site printing
•Exploring the design freedom offered by 3D printing for complex architectural forms and structures

11:15 - 11.45
Networking and coffee break


Session Three: Leading up the vision 2024 GIGA Projects

11.45 - 12.30
Panel Discussion: Embracing scale - Gigaprojects and the Vision 2030 decarbonisation plan

•Incorporating sustainable design principles from the outset, such as energy-efficient buildings, green spaces, and renewable energy sources
•Resource optimisation throughout the project lifecycle
•Implementing measures to protect and enhance biodiversity, including habitat restoration, green corridors, and wildlife-friendly infrastructure designs

12.30 - 12.40
Closing remarks by the Chairperson

12.40 - 13.45
Networking and Lunch Break

​​2024 CONFERENCE SPEAKERS

Khader Ghazal
Senior Sustainability Manager, KEO International Consultants
Dr. Hassan Albalawi

Maroun Deeb

Head of Project and Development Services, KSA & Bahrain, JLL

Ragini Kalapatapu

ESG Lead, Egis International 

​​​PRACTICAL INFO

Tuesday 4th June 2024
9am - 2pm (KSA time)

Crowne Plaza Riyadh Al Waha

Riyadh, Saudi Arabia

Exploring the potential of a greener, brighter, and more resilient world

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