Hong Kong, one of the world's densest and most vibrant urban environments, as well as the strategic gateway to Mainland China and the rest of the World, is the perfect setting for global experts to experience and discuss both the challenges and solutions involved in creating the world sustainable built environment.
At WSBE17 Hong Kong, leading organisations from Mainland China and Organisers of 20 SBE16 Regional Conferences will reveal unparalleled viewpoints regarding China’s fast-paced urbanisation, global sustainability challenges, trends and solutions.
Mainland China Sessions
With a population of 1.3 billion, China is one of the world’s fastest-growing major economies while the rapid urbanisation creates great challenges on both the sustainable built environment, as well as the health and well-being of people. Organised by the influential organisations, the
4 Sessions will address unprecedented insights to transform the sustainable built environment in China:
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The Comprehensive Scheme on Green Retrofitting and Performance Enhancement of the Existing Buildings
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Turning Green to Gold – State of Green Finance to Drive Sustainable Low-Carbon Urban Development in China
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Session Organiser:
China Academy of Building Research (CABR)
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Session Organiser:
Shenzhen Green Building Association and Shenzhen Institute of Building Research (SGBA & IBR)
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Design and Construction Challenges of Eco-Skyscapers in China
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The Development Framework and Professional Best Practices of Healthy Green Buildings in China
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Session Organiser:
Shanghai Research Institute of Building Sciences (SRIBS)
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Session Organiser:
Chinese Society for Urban Studies - Green Building Research Center (CUGS-GBRC) |
Regional Sessions
Chaired by the SBE Conference Series Co-owners, 20 SBE16 Conference Organisers will gather to identify common challenges and differences in their regions, explore the initiatives and trends to drive sustainable built environment.
