BAU - the world's leading trade fair for architecture, materials and systems will take place at Messe Munich from 13 to 17 January 2025. The DGNB will be represented with its own special show entitled 'How sustainable building works' in Hall C2, Stand 518.
Our motto is: use knowledge, share experience, achieve more. Visitors to the holistically sustainable stand can look forward to an extensive hands-on and lecture programme on the many facets of sustainable building on all days of the fair. True to the motto 'We don't always have to reinvent the wheel', the DGNB and its broad network of experts are committed to imparting knowledge in a straightforward, practical and holistic manner.
Programme
| Time | Programme |
|---|---|
| 10:15 | Presentation Building materials and sustainability – what to look out for when selecting products Choosing the right building materials is crucial to the overall impact of sustainable buildings. So, what should you consider when selecting products? What do you need to bear in mind if you’re an architect or planner? Which tools can you turn to for help? This presentation outlines the key services offered by the DGNB, not only by looking at how to select the right building materials, but also by highlighting the critical issues producers need to tackle in development. |
| 11:00 | Short seminars at the DGNB – know-how rather than opinions. Our experts discuss practical application. Every morning at BAU 2025, the DGNB will stage a special show revealing the insights of experts in a nutshell. A selection of speakers from the DGNB Academy will conduct concise seminars on a variety of specialist topics. All topics have two things in common: strong relevance to sustainable planning and construction, and close connections to practical application. This offers a refreshing alternative to the usual marketing platitudes heard at trade fairs. Further information will follow. |
| 12:30 | Participatory format It’s quiz time: sustainable building and the DGNB Interested in testing your knowledge of sustainable building and the many challenges it brings? If you are, why not join us for our afternoon quiz sessions? Inspired by the pub quiz format, the idea is to offer trade fair visitors a fun opportunity to put their knowledge to the test. Prizes await those with the highest scores! Our daily quizzes are open to all – just be sure to arrive on time. |
| 13:00 | Presentation The academy, certification and making the best of the DGNB As Europe’s largest network for sustainable building, the DGNB has set itself the goal of transforming the construction and property industry. This brief introduction offers an overview of our approach to sustainability as a non-profit organisation along with guidance on actual implementation. We place particular emphasis on building certification. In addition, we introduce the know-how offered by the DGNB Academy and how it can open doors to career opportunities. A DGNB guided tour will follow the presentation above. The topic of sustainable building is present in all areas of the construction industry and therefore plays an important role in all exhibition halls. Our tours offer visitors the opportunity to experience and discuss sustainable building products and concepts in a hands-on way. Participation is free of charge for all those interested. Further information and registration details will be available shortly below. |
| 14:00 | Short presentations BAU Open Stage: product innovation meets sustainability How innovative are this year’s producers at BAU, really? To find out, on each day of the trade fair the DGNB is giving its members the chance to showcase their most exciting new products and materials through a series of short pitches. Who offers the most compelling solutions for existing buildings, climate-friendly construction, superior resource conservation, or circularity? Who are the real pioneers of biodiversity, sufficiency or healthy building? Let the audience decide... Further information will follow. |
| 15:00 | Panel discussion | Sustainability Beyond Buzzwords More than green claims – what architects really need to hear from manufacturers Speakers:
Moderation:Felix Jansen, DGNB Further information will follow. |
| 16:00 | Presentation Role models of sustainability – learning from successful projects Planning and constructing truly sustainable buildings always means balancing various priorities. How can you strike the right balance between ambitious aims and limited possibilities? What steps should you take if there’s a shift in key parameters in the course of a project? Hear the experiences of professionals managing projects that we consider genuinely pioneering in terms of sustainable building. As well as insights into planning decisions and the challenges of implementation, this is knowledge-sharing in action – in the true spirit of ‘let’s learn from one another’. Further information will follow. |
| 17:00 | Networking event and discussion #WeAreTheDGNB – DGNB networking events at BAU You’re warmly invited to join the conversation at our DGNB network meetings at BAU. Each day – before we sit back, relax and enjoy a friendly chat – we host a series of open discussions on a variety of fascinating topics as part of our interactive ‘fishbowl’ events. Perfect for anyone who shares our passion for sustainability, these discussions are a rewarding way to connect with like-minded people and end your day at the trade fair on a high note. Further information will follow. |
| Time | Programme |
|---|---|
| 10:00 | Presentation The academy, certification and making the best of the DGNB As Europe’s largest network for sustainable building, the DGNB has set itself the goal of transforming the construction and property industry. This brief introduction offers an overview of our approach to sustainability as a non-profit organisation along with guidance on actual implementation. We place particular emphasis on building certification. In addition, we introduce the know-how offered by the DGNB Academy and how it can open doors to career opportunities. A DGNB guided tour will follow the presentation above. The topic of sustainable building is present in all areas of the construction industry and therefore plays an important role in all exhibition halls. Our tours offer visitors the opportunity to experience and discuss sustainable building products and concepts in a hands-on way. Participation is free of charge for all those interested. Further information and registration details will be available shortly below. |
| 10:15 | Presentation Building materials and sustainability – what to look out for when selecting products Choosing the right building materials is crucial to the overall impact of sustainable buildings. So, what should you consider when selecting products? What do you need to bear in mind if you’re an architect or planner? Which tools can you turn to for help? This presentation outlines the key services offered by the DGNB, not only by looking at how to select the right building materials, but also by highlighting the critical issues producers need to tackle in development. |
| 11:00 | Short seminars at the DGNB – know-how rather than opinions. Our experts discuss practical application. Thermal comfort thanks to climate-friendly planning Every morning at BAU 2025, the DGNB will stage a special show revealing the insights of experts in a nutshell. A selection of speakers from the DGNB Academy will conduct concise seminars on a variety of specialist topics. All topics have two things in common: strong relevance to sustainable planning and construction, and close connections to practical application. This offers a refreshing alternative to the usual marketing platitudes heard at trade fairs. Speaker: Prof Thomas Auer, TU München, Transsolar |
| 12:30 | Participatory format It’s quiz time: sustainable building and the DGNB Interested in testing your knowledge of sustainable building and the many challenges it brings? If you are, why not join us for our afternoon quiz sessions? Inspired by the pub quiz format, the idea is to offer trade fair visitors a fun opportunity to put their knowledge to the test. Prizes await those with the highest scores! Our daily quizzes are open to all – just be sure to arrive on time. |
| 13:00 | Presentation The academy, certification and making the best of the DGNB As Europe’s largest network for sustainable building, the DGNB has set itself the goal of transforming the construction and property industry. This brief introduction offers an overview of our approach to sustainability as a non-profit organisation along with guidance on actual implementation. We place particular emphasis on building certification. In addition, we introduce the know-how offered by the DGNB Academy and how it can open doors to career opportunities. A DGNB guided tour will follow the presentation above. The topic of sustainable building is present in all areas of the construction industry and therefore plays an important role in all exhibition halls. Our tours offer visitors the opportunity to experience and discuss sustainable building products and concepts in a hands-on way. Participation is free of charge for all those interested. Further information and registration details will be available shortly below. |
| 14:00 | Short presentations BAU Open Stage: product innovation meets sustainability How innovative are this year’s producers at BAU, really? To find out, on each day of the trade fair the DGNB is giving its members the chance to showcase their most exciting new products and materials through a series of short pitches. Who offers the most compelling solutions for existing buildings, climate-friendly construction, superior resource conservation, or circularity? Who are the real pioneers of biodiversity, sufficiency or healthy building? Let the audience decide... Further information will follow. |
| 15:00 | Panel discussion | Sustainability Beyond Buzzwords The final challenge: red tape. How useful – in practice – are ‘Building Type E’, the QNG system and co? Speaker:
Moderation: Dr Christine Lemaitre, DGNB e.V. Further information will follow. |
| 16:00 | Presentation Role models of sustainability – learning from successful projects | Project: "Tri" Planning and constructing truly sustainable buildings always means balancing various priorities. How can you strike the right balance between ambitious aims and limited possibilities? What steps should you take if there’s a shift in key parameters in the course of a project? Hear the experiences of professionals managing projects that we consider genuinely pioneering in terms of sustainable building. As well as insights into planning decisions and the challenges of implementation, this is knowledge-sharing in action – in the true spirit of ‘let’s learn from one another’. Speaker: Igor Brncic, OLIV Architekten |
| 17:00 | Networking event and discussion #WeAreTheDGNB – DGNB networking events at BAU You’re warmly invited to join the conversation at our DGNB network meetings at BAU. Each day – before we sit back, relax and enjoy a friendly chat – we host a series of open discussions on a variety of fascinating topics as part of our interactive ‘fishbowl’ events. Perfect for anyone who shares our passion for sustainability, these discussions are a rewarding way to connect with like-minded people and end your day at the trade fair on a high note. Further information will follow. |
| Time | Programme |
|---|---|
| 10:00 | Presentation The academy, certification and making the best of the DGNB As Europe’s largest network for sustainable building, the DGNB has set itself the goal of transforming the construction and property industry. This brief introduction offers an overview of our approach to sustainability as a non-profit organisation along with guidance on actual implementation. We place particular emphasis on building certification. In addition, we introduce the know-how offered by the DGNB Academy and how it can open doors to career opportunities. A DGNB guided tour will follow the presentation above. The topic of sustainable building is present in all areas of the construction industry and therefore plays an important role in all exhibition halls. Our tours offer visitors the opportunity to experience and discuss sustainable building products and concepts in a hands-on way. Participation is free of charge for all those interested. Further information and registration details will be available shortly below. |
| 10:15 | Presentation Building materials and sustainability – what to look out for when selecting products Choosing the right building materials is crucial to the overall impact of sustainable buildings. So, what should you consider when selecting products? What do you need to bear in mind if you’re an architect or planner? Which tools can you turn to for help? This presentation outlines the key services offered by the DGNB, not only by looking at how to select the right building materials, but also by highlighting the critical issues producers need to tackle in development. |
| 11:00 | Short seminars at the DGNB – know-how rather than opinions. Our experts discuss practical application. Convert buildings rather than build new ones – rejuvenating buildings and minimising grey energy Every morning at BAU 2025, the DGNB will stage a special show revealing the insights of experts in a nutshell. A selection of speakers from the DGNB Academy will conduct concise seminars on a variety of specialist topics. All topics have two things in common: strong relevance to sustainable planning and construction, and close connections to practical application. This offers a refreshing alternative to the usual marketing platitudes heard at trade fairs. Speaker: Till Richter, Auer Weber |
| 12:30 | Participatory format It’s quiz time: sustainable building and the DGNB Interested in testing your knowledge of sustainable building and the many challenges it brings? If you are, why not join us for our afternoon quiz sessions? Inspired by the pub quiz format, the idea is to offer trade fair visitors a fun opportunity to put their knowledge to the test. Prizes await those with the highest scores! Our daily quizzes are open to all – just be sure to arrive on time. |
| 13:00 | Presentation The academy, certification and making the best of the DGNB As Europe’s largest network for sustainable building, the DGNB has set itself the goal of transforming the construction and property industry. This brief introduction offers an overview of our approach to sustainability as a non-profit organisation along with guidance on actual implementation. We place particular emphasis on building certification. In addition, we introduce the know-how offered by the DGNB Academy and how it can open doors to career opportunities. A DGNB guided tour will follow the presentation above. The topic of sustainable building is present in all areas of the construction industry and therefore plays an important role in all exhibition halls. Our tours offer visitors the opportunity to experience and discuss sustainable building products and concepts in a hands-on way. Participation is free of charge for all those interested. Further information and registration details will be available shortly below. |
| 14:00 | Short presentations BAU Open Stage: product innovation meets sustainability How innovative are this year’s producers at BAU, really? To find out, on each day of the trade fair the DGNB is giving its members the chance to showcase their most exciting new products and materials through a series of short pitches. Who offers the most compelling solutions for existing buildings, climate-friendly construction, superior resource conservation, or circularity? Who are the real pioneers of biodiversity, sufficiency or healthy building? Let the audience decide... Further information will follow. |
| 15:00 | Panel discussion | Sustainability Beyond Buzzwords Sustainable building – a reality check. Where does the industry stand, beyond the flagship initiatives of politicians? Speakers:
Further information will follow. |
| 16:00 | Presentation Role models of sustainability – learning from successful projects | Project: "Rapunzel Besucherzentrum" Planning and constructing truly sustainable buildings always means balancing various priorities. How can you strike the right balance between ambitious aims and limited possibilities? What steps should you take if there’s a shift in key parameters in the course of a project? Hear the experiences of professionals managing projects that we consider genuinely pioneering in terms of sustainable building. As well as insights into planning decisions and the challenges of implementation, this is knowledge-sharing in action – in the true spirit of ‘let’s learn from one another’. Speaker:Martin Haas, haascookzemmrich STUDIO2050; DGNB Board of Directors |
| 17:00 | Networking event and discussion #WeAreTheDGNB – DGNB networking events at BAU You’re warmly invited to join the conversation at our DGNB network meetings at BAU. Each day – before we sit back, relax and enjoy a friendly chat – we host a series of open discussions on a variety of fascinating topics as part of our interactive ‘fishbowl’ events. Perfect for anyone who shares our passion for sustainability, these discussions are a rewarding way to connect with like-minded people and end your day at the trade fair on a high note. Further information will follow. |
| Time | Programme |
|---|---|
| 10:00 | Presentation The academy, certification and making the best of the DGNB As Europe’s largest network for sustainable building, the DGNB has set itself the goal of transforming the construction and property industry. This brief introduction offers an overview of our approach to sustainability as a non-profit organisation along with guidance on actual implementation. We place particular emphasis on building certification. In addition, we introduce the know-how offered by the DGNB Academy and how it can open doors to career opportunities. A DGNB guided tour will follow the presentation above. The topic of sustainable building is present in all areas of the construction industry and therefore plays an important role in all exhibition halls. Our tours offer visitors the opportunity to experience and discuss sustainable building products and concepts in a hands-on way. Participation is free of charge for all those interested. Further information and registration details will be available shortly below. |
| 10:15 | Presentation Building materials and sustainability – what to look out for when selecting products Choosing the right building materials is crucial to the overall impact of sustainable buildings. So, what should you consider when selecting products? What do you need to bear in mind if you’re an architect or planner? Which tools can you turn to for help? This presentation outlines the key services offered by the DGNB, not only by looking at how to select the right building materials, but also by highlighting the critical issues producers need to tackle in development. |
| 11:00 | Short seminars at the DGNB – know-how rather than opinions. Our experts discuss practical application. Focused combination of BIM and lifecycle analysis Every morning at BAU 2025, the DGNB will stage a special show revealing the insights of experts in a nutshell. A selection of speakers from the DGNB Academy will conduct concise seminars on a variety of specialist topics. All topics have two things in common: strong relevance to sustainable planning and construction, and close connections to practical application. This offers a refreshing alternative to the usual marketing platitudes heard at trade fairs. Speaker: Philipp Müller, LIST Eco GmbH & Co. KG |
| 12:30 | Participatory format It’s quiz time: sustainable building and the DGNB Interested in testing your knowledge of sustainable building and the many challenges it brings? If you are, why not join us for our afternoon quiz sessions? Inspired by the pub quiz format, the idea is to offer trade fair visitors a fun opportunity to put their knowledge to the test. Prizes await those with the highest scores! Our daily quizzes are open to all – just be sure to arrive on time. |
| 13:00 | Presentation The academy, certification and making the best of the DGNB As Europe’s largest network for sustainable building, the DGNB has set itself the goal of transforming the construction and property industry. This brief introduction offers an overview of our approach to sustainability as a non-profit organisation along with guidance on actual implementation. We place particular emphasis on building certification. In addition, we introduce the know-how offered by the DGNB Academy and how it can open doors to career opportunities. A DGNB guided tour will follow the presentation above. The topic of sustainable building is present in all areas of the construction industry and therefore plays an important role in all exhibition halls. Our tours offer visitors the opportunity to experience and discuss sustainable building products and concepts in a hands-on way. Participation is free of charge for all those interested. Further information and registration details will be available shortly below. |
| 14:00 | Short presentations BAU Open Stage: product innovation meets sustainability How innovative are this year’s producers at BAU, really? To find out, on each day of the trade fair the DGNB is giving its members the chance to showcase their most exciting new products and materials through a series of short pitches. Who offers the most compelling solutions for existing buildings, climate-friendly construction, superior resource conservation, or circularity? Who are the real pioneers of biodiversity, sufficiency or healthy building? Let the audience decide... Further information will follow. |
| 15:00 | Paneldiscussion | Sustainability Beyond Buzzwords From climate adaptation to biodiversity – which solutions really help in times of climate change Speakers:
Further information will follow. |
| 16:00 | Presentation Role models of sustainability – learning from successful projects Planning and constructing truly sustainable buildings always means balancing various priorities. How can you strike the right balance between ambitious aims and limited possibilities? What steps should you take if there’s a shift in key parameters in the course of a project? Hear the experiences of professionals managing projects that we consider genuinely pioneering in terms of sustainable building. As well as insights into planning decisions and the challenges of implementation, this is knowledge-sharing in action – in the true spirit of ‘let’s learn from one another’. Further information will follow. |
| 17:00 | Networking event and discussion #WeAreTheDGNB – DGNB networking events at BAU You’re warmly invited to join the conversation at our DGNB network meetings at BAU. Each day – before we sit back, relax and enjoy a friendly chat – we host a series of open discussions on a variety of fascinating topics as part of our interactive ‘fishbowl’ events. Perfect for anyone who shares our passion for sustainability, these discussions are a rewarding way to connect with like-minded people and end your day at the trade fair on a high note. Further information will follow. |
| Time | Programme |
|---|---|
| 10:00 | Presentation The academy, certification and making the best of the DGNB As Europe’s largest network for sustainable building, the DGNB has set itself the goal of transforming the construction and property industry. This brief introduction offers an overview of our approach to sustainability as a non-profit organisation along with guidance on actual implementation. We place particular emphasis on building certification. In addition, we introduce the know-how offered by the DGNB Academy and how it can open doors to career opportunities. A DGNB guided tour will follow the presentation above. The topic of sustainable building is present in all areas of the construction industry and therefore plays an important role in all exhibition halls. Our tours offer visitors the opportunity to experience and discuss sustainable building products and concepts in a hands-on way. Participation is free of charge for all those interested. Further information and registration details will be available shortly below. |
| 10:15 | Presentation Building materials and sustainability – what to look out for when selecting products Choosing the right building materials is crucial to the overall impact of sustainable buildings. So, what should you consider when selecting products? What do you need to bear in mind if you’re an architect or planner? Which tools can you turn to for help? This presentation outlines the key services offered by the DGNB, not only by looking at how to select the right building materials, but also by highlighting the critical issues producers need to tackle in development. |
| 11:00 | Short seminars at the DGNB – know-how rather than opinions. Our experts discuss practical application. Every morning at BAU 2025, the DGNB will stage a special show revealing the insights of experts in a nutshell. A selection of speakers from the DGNB Academy will conduct concise seminars on a variety of specialist topics. All topics have two things in common: strong relevance to sustainable planning and construction, and close connections to practical application. This offers a refreshing alternative to the usual marketing platitudes heard at trade fairs. Further information will follow. |
| 12:30 | Participatory format It’s quiz time: sustainable building and the DGNB Interested in testing your knowledge of sustainable building and the many challenges it brings? If you are, why not join us for our afternoon quiz sessions? Inspired by the pub quiz format, the idea is to offer trade fair visitors a fun opportunity to put their knowledge to the test. Prizes await those with the highest scores! Our daily quizzes are open to all – just be sure to arrive on time. |
| 13:00 | Presentation The academy, certification and making the best of the DGNB As Europe’s largest network for sustainable building, the DGNB has set itself the goal of transforming the construction and property industry. This brief introduction offers an overview of our approach to sustainability as a non-profit organisation along with guidance on actual implementation. We place particular emphasis on building certification. In addition, we introduce the know-how offered by the DGNB Academy and how it can open doors to career opportunities. |
| 14:00 | Short presentations BAU Open Stage: product innovation meets sustainability How innovative are this year’s producers at BAU, really? To find out, on each day of the trade fair the DGNB is giving its members the chance to showcase their most exciting new products and materials through a series of short pitches. Who offers the most compelling solutions for existing buildings, climate-friendly construction, superior resource conservation, or circularity? Who are the real pioneers of biodiversity, sufficiency or healthy building? Let the audience decide... Further information will follow. |
| 15:00 | Panel discussion | Sustainability Beyond Buzzwords Genuine transformation or still just hype? How much progress is the industry making on the journey to becoming a circular economy? Speakers:
Further information will follow. |
| 16:00 | Presentation Role models of sustainability – learning from successful projects | Project: B-One Headquarters Berlin Hyp Planning and constructing truly sustainable buildings always means balancing various priorities. How can you strike the right balance between ambitious aims and limited possibilities? What steps should you take if there’s a shift in key parameters in the course of a project? Hear the experiences of professionals managing projects that we consider genuinely pioneering in terms of sustainable building. As well as insights into planning decisions and the challenges of implementation, this is knowledge-sharing in action – in the true spirit of ‘let’s learn from one another’. Speaker: Julian Weyer, C.F.Møller, Architekt |
More information on the programme at the DGNB stand will follow shortly.
DGNB workbench
Individual consultation
In addition to the talk and discussion programme, small groups have the opportunity to receive exclusive advice from a DGNB expert on certification, sustainable building materials or other individual topics. To take advantage of this offer, advance registration is required. Please send an e-mail to service@dgnb.de with your preferred topics, two or three suggested dates and the number of people you would like to attend with.
DGNB Game
At 12.00 noon each day, visitors can try out an interactive card game on DGNB certification that was developed as part of a school project. This requires at least three participants and about 30 minutes of time. If you would like to test the game at a different time or with a larger group, please also send us an e-mail with two to three suggested dates and the number of people to service@dgnb.de.
Free tours of the trade fair
It is already a tradition for the DGNB to offer free tours of the trade fair as part of BAU. Here you have the opportunity to experience and discuss building products and concepts in the field of sustainable building in a practical way. The tours start at the DGNB stand with a short presentation on the activities of the non-profit organisation. Participants then visit up to five exhibiting DGNB members, who present their product innovations related to sustainability and leave room for questions.
Each tour lasts around two and a half hours. As the number of participants is limited, registration is required. All those who register in advance will receive a free ticket to BAU from the DGNB for the relevant day of the trade fair. If there are any remaining places on one of the tours, it is also possible to register on site.
Please note: The tours will be held in German.
Registration for the tours will be possible shortly. You can already find the dates in the programme. If you would like to be informed as soon as registration is available, please send a short e-mail to service@dgnb.de with the subject ‘Information DGNB Trade Fair Tours BAU 2025’. We will then inform you by e-mail as soon as registration is possible. As the tours will be held in the German language, please switch to the German language settings to see the registration form.
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Your contacts
Katrin Wolf
Manager Trade Fairs, Events and Partnerships
- Phone: +49-711-722322-38
- Email: K.WOLF@DGNB.DE