The Italian National Council of Architects, Urban Planners, Landscape Architects, and Conservation Experts in partnership with the Architects’ Council of Europe , is hosting a crucial conference on Quality-Based Public Procurement in Architecture, Engineering, and Construction in Europe. The conference is taking place on 3 and 4 December 2023. It will feature important discussions on topics related to public procurement, sustainability, and innovation in the construction sector.
Key Points from the Conference:
- Diego Zoppi, Head of the Department for Relations with Foreign Institutions at CNAPPC and ACE EB member, highlighted Europe’s drive to accelerate the construction industry. This includes introducing new, low- or zero-carbon materials, reducing construction costs, and aligning with the EU Green Deal. He emphasised that innovation in design is essential before construction to achieve these ambitious goals.
Conference Highlights:
- Tuesday, December 3, 2024
- 2:30 PM CET: Constructions as a Driving Sector Towards Innovation, Economy, and Social Equity with Piero Petrucco, President of FIEC EU.
- 2:45 PM CET: The Public Procurement Project in Europe: Market, Ethics, and Quality with Ruth Schagemann, ACE President.
- 4:00 PM CET: Round Table Discussion featuring experts from 12 European countries discussing their experiences with public procurement systems.
- Wednesday, December 4, 2024
- 9:20 AM CET: How to Link Quality to Design in a Shared System among Companies and Professions with Ruth Schagemann.
- 10:05 AM CET: New Quality and Sustainability Criteria for Designs with Carl Bäckstrand, ACE Vice President.
This event aims to foster a comprehensive understanding of public procurement and the implementation of sustainable and quality-driven practices across the European construction sector.
Stream the event live:
- Live stream link: Watch on YouTube
More information: https://www.awn.it/
