Global Sustainability Conference: Key takeaways and highlights

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The Global Sustainability Conference 2024 has just concluded, leaving us with a wealth of knowledge and actionable insights that are shaping the future of sustainability in the built and natural environments. This year’s conference focused on the most pressing sustainability challenges and innovations, offering solutions that professionals can implement immediately in their own organisations.

Overview

Shaping a sustainable future: The built and natural environment’s journey

Introducing an exclusive event, the Global Sustainability conference provides an opportunity for key stakeholders to engage in critical discussions on latest sustainability practices in the built and natural environment.

Featuring a line-up of keynotes, panel discussions and specialised sessions, the event focuses on RICS’ vision for a sustainable built and natural environment. It explores cutting edge trends relating to environmental, social, economic and governance (ESG) aspects of sustainability whilst fostering debates on practical approaches for integrating new practices across the industry.

Over one day, participants will build a picture of the current landscape and will gain exclusive knowledge of latest industry practices, guidance, and insights.

By joining the conference attendees will:

• Delve into how sustainable practices are being implemented within the built environment
• Explore how advancements in data analytics, AI, IoT, and other emerging technologies are driving sustainability within the built and natural environments
• Prepare for political and economic shifts that may impact sustainability efforts and understand how to navigate these changes effectively
• Learn to integrate ESG criteria into financial decision-making and real estate valuations and grasp the implications and dynamics within the market.

The event will conclude with a call to action, providing delegates with the knowledge, tools, and partnerships needed to foster collaboration.

Join us for an engaging day designed to inspire transformative discussions and provide actionable takeaways that will empower participants to push the boundaries of what’s possible in sustainability. This conference is set to inspire attendees to strive for groundbreaking advancements in their fields, contributing significantly to the global sustainability agenda.

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Session highlight: Pathways to Net Zero for Surveyors: Five Reasons to Be Cheerful

This opening keynote by Claire O’Neill , former UK climate change and energy minister, focused on the growing opportunities for surveyors in the transition to net-zero.

"Pathways to Net Zero for Surveyors: Five Reasons to Be Cheerful" highlighted the role of surveyors in driving sustainable change in the built environment, showcasing reasons for optimism despite challenges.

Read more about this keynote and the role of surveyors in achieving Net Zero by visiting the full article here: Pathways to Net Zero for Surveyors: Five Reasons to Be Cheerful.

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