NHBC Social Housing Group. 21 June 2012

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The National House Builders Council (NHBC) holds these twice-yearly events to bring together influencers from across the sector, to keep them abreast of changes to technical standards and regulations, and to share best practice. Presentations are available online.

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Green growth: New shoots. Sheffield, 9-10 May 2012

Posted on: 5 July 2012
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Our cities and city regions are facing an urgent challenge to create jobs and economic growth – but how can this be balanced with the need to improve social cohesion and create sustainable communities? What are the opportunities for durable growth and investing in Green Infrastructure and how does a high quality environment attract and retain talent and confidence? By providing a forum for debate and networking, this event aimed to further our shared understanding of the issues and ways forward to help address these central challenges.

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CIBSE ASHRAE Technical Symposium 2012. London, 18 – 19 April 2012

Posted on: 29 June 2012
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This event provided an opportunity to discuss the latest practice and research in building services. Papers, presentations and posters are available online.

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Provisions for cyclists: Webinar. 6 June 2012

Posted on: 29 June 2012
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CIVITAS VANGUARD, CIVITAS ARCHIMEDES and the CIVITAS thematic group ‘Less car intensive lifestyles’ held their second WEBINAR: provisions for cyclists regarding infrastructural and promotional aspects. During this webinar measures to create ideal conditions for cycling infrastructure and promotional campaigns were presented. Presentations and a video of the webinar are available online.

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BIM and future technology. India, 28 May – 1 June 2012

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This RICS Construction Workshop facilitated effective understanding of futuristic technologies that will impact real estate and construction projects in the future and specifically the concept of building information modelling (BIM). It also provided delegates with an understanding of the people, process, and technology linked overview of BIM, its usage in the entire real estate development process, and how significant improvements can be achieved in project performance metrics. Further presentations are available here.

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RICS Insolvency and Distressed Property Seminar. London, 27 June 2012

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This seminar provided an opportunity to deliver a practical guide to current challenges in managing an insolvent or distressed property, and to discuss and work through the latest case-studies, the role of the professional, managing the stakeholders, conflict resolution, key legal considerations and agreements for reasonable, effective outcomes to enhance business growth and reputation. Presentations are available online.

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Thinking ahead, building together: New Cities Summit 2012. Paris, 14-16 May 2012

Posted on: 27 June 2012
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The Summit, organised by the New Cities Foundation, aims to place the city at the heart of the global discussion. This invitation-only event is new in both content and form. It mixed high-level conversations featuring some of the most recognized global urban thought leaders and decision makers, including mayors, CEOs and business leaders, academics, architects, technologists, media leaders and entrepreneurs, with innovative demos and interactive thematic workshops. Workshop topics included: mobility, the creative and connected city, the just city, water, greener buildings, infrastructure finance, and regional sessions. China, India and Latin America were a particular focus area. Videos and an e-book are available online.

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Who’s going to save the planet? Brighton, 17 May 2012

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The STEPS Centre and the Institute of Development Studies hosted a public debate as part of the Brighton Fringe Festival. The panel included Caroline Lucas, Green Party MP for Brighton Pavilion; Solitaire Townsend, MD of the sustainability communications agency Futerra; Thurstan Crockett, Head of Sustainability and Environmental Policy, Brighton and Hove City Council; and Nick Robins, Head of HSBC’s Climate Change Centre of Excellence. An audio recording of the event is available online.

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Conference on Green Homes. Pune, India, 15-16 March 2012

Posted on: 27 June 2012
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The Confederation of Indian Industry and the Indian Green Building Council organised this conference, focusing on: architects’ perspective on green homes; green homes design, materials and appliances; Net-Zero homes, sustainable water and sanitation; landscaping and terrace gardening; and waste management. Presentations are available online.

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International Concrete Sustainability Conference. Seattle, 7-10 May 2012

Posted on: 27 June 2012
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The National Ready Mixed Concrete Association and other sponsors hosted the seventh annual conference, providing the latest advances, technical knowledge, continuing research and solutions for sustainable concrete manufacturing and construction. Over 60 world renowned experts presented on the latest developments related to design, specifying, manufacturing, testing, construction, maintenance, and research of concrete as it relates to sustainable development. A large number of presentations are available online.

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