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Starts: 2026-04-16 08:30
Ends: 2026-04-16 19:30
Location: Cologne
Fifth Sustainability Conference in Cologne
Geopolitical tensions, volatile interest rate markets and ambitious climate targets are bringing profound changes to the construction and real estate industries.
With the new EPBD Directive and the goal of reducing net greenhouse gas emissions by 90% by 2040, the EU is sending a clear signal: the path to climate neutrality is irreversible. The motto of the event is therefore: ‘Shaping the future’.
Right at the start, Klaus Franken discusses insights into urban development in Cologne and Düsseldorf with host Bettina Timmler, Cornelia Zuschke, Deputy Mayor, Department of Planning, Construction, Housing and Real Estate of the State Capital of Düsseldorf, and Markus Greitemann, Deputy Mayor, Department of Planning and Construction of the City of Cologne.
⏰ 29 January | 9:10–10:25 a.m. | Urban development in Cologne and Düsseldorf | Two metropolises: different paths, same goals – what measurable progress has been made since 2025?
We are delighted to be back and look forward to another exciting exchange, true to the motto ‘discuss, network and shape the future together’!