DGNB special show at BAU

The DGNB stand at the world's leading trade fair for architecture, materials and systems in 2025

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

Please note: The programme is held in German.

TimeProgramme
10:00 am

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.

Speaker: Felix Jansen, DGNB

10:15 am

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.

Speakers:

  • Laura Finkele, DGNB
  • Felix Jansen, DGNB
11:00 am

Short seminars at the DGNB – know-how rather than opinions. Our experts discuss practical application.

The circular systems of the future – establishing circularity as a standard with the DGNB Building Resource Passport

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: Dr.-Ing. Matthias Heinrich, EPEA GmbH-Part of Drees & Sommer

12:30 pm

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.

Moderation: Felix Jansen, DGNB

1:00 pm

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.

Speaker: Dr Stephan Anders, DGNB


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. As the tours will be in German, please switch to German language settings to register.

2:00 pm

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...

Moderation: Felix Jansen, DGNB

With: bauforumstahl, Tarkett Holding, FABROMONT, Sinnotec Innovation Consulting, PLAN4 Software, Wienerberger, WoodenValley, Universität Stuttgart

3:00 pm

Panel discussion | Sustainability Beyond Buzzwords

More than green claims – what architects really need to hear from manufacturers

With sustainable buildings, a central aspect of planning and construction is selecting the right materials. But if you’re an architect or planner, how do you see through all the glossy brochures and work out which are the right building materials for your project? This panel discussion brings together the perspectives of manufacturers and architects. For the first time, we will also unveil the recently developed sustainability declaration for building products, which was developed as part of our Phase Sustainability initiative.

Speakers:

  • Christoph Klüsener, Sievert SE
  • Prof Amandus Samsøe Sattler, DGNB Board of Directors; ensømble Studio Architektur
  • Michael Scharpf, Holcim Deutschland | Germany
  • Dr. Thomas Schlenker, Schüco
  • Antonino Vultaggio, HPP Architekten

Moderation: Dr Christine Lemaitre, DGNB

4:00 pm

Presentation

Role models of sustainability – learning from successful projects | Project: Eclipse

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: Tina Kortmann, UNStudio

5:00 pm

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.

The network event is supported by Windmöller GmbH.

Topic of the discussion: "Selecting materials - what does it take to find sustainable and healthy construction products?"

Speakers:

  • Ralf Kärger, Sentinel Holding Institut GmbH
  • Johannes Kreißig, DGNB

Further information will follow.

Moderation: Felix Jansen, DGNB

TimeProgramme
10:00 am

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.

Speaker: Dr Stephan Anders, DGNB


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. As the tours will be in German, please switch to German language settings to register.

10:15 am

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.

Speakers:

  • Laura Finkele, DGNB
  • Felix Jansen, DGNB
11:00 am

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 pm

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.

Moderation: Felix Jansen, DGNB

1:00 pm

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.

Speaker: Dr Stephan Anders, DGNB


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. As the tours will be in German, please switch to German language settings to register.

2:00 pm

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...

Moderation: Felix Jansen, DGNB

With: Windmöller/Wineo, Brüninghoff, ALHO Unternehmensgruppe, Henkel, DieBauingenieure, urbanistic., Jansen, mfh systems

3:00 pm

Panel discussion | Sustainability Beyond Buzzwords

The final challenge: red tape. How useful – in practice – are ‘Building Type E’, the QNG system and co?

People often point to bureaucratic hurdles as the reason why some things simply don’t work in sustainable building. But what are the real obstacles when it comes to dealing with standards and regulations? In addition to this question, the panel will discuss how well the QNG label – an important aspect for funding – has been working in practice. Another focal topic: the much-discussed Building Type E and questions regarding its practical suitability.

Speaker:

  • Markus Brunner, DIN Deutsches Institut für Normung e. V.
  • Michael Halstenberg, Franßen & Nusser Rechtsanwälte PartGmbB

Moderation: Dr Christine Lemaitre, DGNB

4:00 pm

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

5:00 pm

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.

Topic of the discussion: "Sufficiency and low-tech solutions - what does it take to design and construct buildings more wisely?"

Moderation: Dr Christine Lemaitre, DGNB

Further information will follow.

TimeProgramme
10:00 am

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.

Speaker: Felix Jansen, DGNB


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. As the tours will be in German, please switch to German language settings to register.

10:15 am

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.

Speakers:

  • Laura Finkele, DGNB
  • Ralf Pimiskern, DGNB
11:00 am

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 pm

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.

Moderation: Seema Issar, DGNB

1:00 pm

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.

Speaker: Dr Anna Braune, DGNB


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. As the tours will be in German, please switch to German language settings to register.

2:00 pm

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...

Moderation: Dr Anna Braune, DGNB

With: KIMTEC, Institut Bauen und Umwelt, Holcim Deutschland, LOBA, Carlisle Construction Materials, Dr. Schutz, Fraunhofer IRB, dormakaba Deutschland

3:00 pm

Panel discussion | Sustainability Beyond Buzzwords

Sustainable building – a reality check. Where does the industry stand, beyond the flagship initiatives of politicians?

Much is said and written about the current status of sustainable, environmentally friendly building. While some would maintain things are not going well, the issue does seem to be gathering momentum. But to what extent has sustainability become mainstream? Is there a shift in terms of how architects see themselves? And what about the building trades? Coming from a variety of angles, the panel will discuss what has already been achieved, where there is still some catching up to do and which (new) levers it is time to pull.

Speakers: 

  • Markus Müller, Baden-Württemberg Chamber of Architects
  • Adrian Nägel, Architects for Future and House Europe
4:00 pm

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

5:00 pm

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.

The network event is supported by KIM Jarolim Im- und Export GmbH

Topic of the discussion: "The skilled trades - how can we encourage people in the building trades to be more enthusiastic about sustainability"

  • Peter Bachmann, CircularSkills
  • Timm Herzog, Prokura, Rothkegel Baufachhandel GmbH, Leipzig
  • Dipl.-Ing. (FH) Katrin Mees, Zentralverband des Deutschen Baugewerbes

Further information will follow.

TimeProgramme
10:00 am

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.

Speaker: Dr Anna Braune, DGNB


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. As the tours will be in German, please switch to German language settings to register.

10:15 am

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.

Speakers:

  • Janine Gölz, DGNB
  • Ralf Pimiskern, DGNB
11:00 am

Short seminars at the DGNB – know-how rather than opinions. Our experts discuss practical application.

Buildings and recycling – how to reuse building components and materials recovered from demolitions

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 Dr Angelika Mettke, BTU Cottbus - Senftenberg

12:30 pm

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.

Moderation: Seema Issar, DGNB

1:00 pm

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.

Speaker: Dr Anna Braune, DGNB


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. As the tours will be in German, please switch to German language settings to register.

2:00 pm

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...

Moderation: Felix Jansen, DGNB

With: Troldtekt, Sika Deutschland, Envola, Sphera Solutions, Saint-Gobain Deutschland & Österreich, ARIS Systeme, Vestre, GC-Group

3:00 pm

Paneldiscussion | Sustainability Beyond Buzzwords

From climate adaptation to biodiversity – which solutions really help in times of climate change

Biodiversity loss continues to accelerate, and the signs of climate change are becoming harder to ignore. With every new heat record or extreme weather event, there’s growing recognition that we need solutions now if we want to make towns, cities and the built environment more resilient. But what are those solutions? What measures are actually helpful? And who is responsible for making things happen? The panel will discuss the opportunities and challenges of climate-adapted, biodiversity-promoting building.

Speakers:

  • Dr Jeanne-Marie Ehbauer, City of Munich
  • Gregor Grassl, Drees & Sommer
  • Prof Matthias Rudolph, Staatliche Akademie der Bildenden Künste Stuttgart; Transsolar Energietechnik GmbH; DGNB Board of Directors

Moderation: Dr Anna Braune, DGNB

4:00 pm

Presentation

Role models of sustainability – learning from successful projects | Project: Calwer Passage

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: Michael Rathgeb, ingenhoven associates gmbh

5:00 pm

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.

The network event is supported by Troldtekt GmbH.

Topic of the discussion: "Building stock - what can be done to finally ensure more buildings are renovated?"

Moderation: Johannes Kreißig, DGNB

Further information will follow.

TimeProgramme
10:00 am

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.

Speaker: Felix Jansen, DGNB


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. As the tours will be in German, please switch to German language settings to register.

10:15 am

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.

Speakers:

  • Janine Gölz, DGNB
  • Ralf Pimiskern, DGNB
11:00 am

Short seminars at the DGNB – know-how rather than opinions. Our experts discuss practical application.

Combining BIM and life cycle assessments as effectively as possible

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 pm

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.

Moderation: Felix Jansen, DGNB

1:00 pm

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.

Speaker: Ralf Pimiskern, DGNB

2:00 pm

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...

Moderation: Felix Jansen, DGNB

With: Hottgenroth Software, ArcelorMittal Germany, ORCA Software, solidian, feco Systeme, Leipfinger-Bader, abaton, Sievert

3:00 pm

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?

If specialist magazines and the media are anything to go by, the concept of circularity is now widespread in the construction industry. Is it really? Or is it still a principle only applied to flagship projects? The panel takes an honest look at the current status of circular building and discusses the challenges of implementing circular methods in practice.

Speakers:

  • Dominik Campanella, Concular
  • Daniel Imhäuser, Blasius Schuster Unternehmensgruppe
  • Isabel Faller, Polycare Research Technology GmbH
  • Prof. Josef Steretzeder, Lindner AG; DGNB

Moderation: Johannes Kreißig, DGNB

4:00 pm

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

DGNB workbench

Interactive offers for groups

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: As the tours will be in German, please switch to German language settings to register.


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Katrin Wolf

Manager Trade Fairs, Events and Partnerships

Christine Klingel

Christine Klingel

Trade Fairs and Events