By Thomas Møller Christensen, AAU Communication and Public Affairs
Photo: Bygherreforeningen

As the construction industry embarks on a crucial green transformation, the Strategic Network for Sustainable Construction will continue its mission with the backing of new funding. This financial support, provided by Grundejernes Investeringsfond (GI) and Realdania, will empower the network to drive sustainable solutions until August 2026.

Per Kvols Heiselberg, Deputy Head of Department for Research at BUILD and coordinator of the network's data, LCA, and documentation theme group, expressed his enthusiasm:

"We are thrilled to extend our collaboration with industry partners in pursuit of sustainable construction solutions. BUILD plays a pivotal role in the construction value chain, and we are committed to leveraging our expertise and perspectives to contribute to this critical endeavor."

Fostering Innovative Solutions

Both GI and Realdania have pledged their support to the network's endeavors. Søren Meyer, Development Manager at GI, underscored the significance of fostering a platform for dialogue and analysis:

"Sustainability presents a multifaceted challenge for building owners and the construction industry, demanding innovative solutions that minimize environmental impact, conserve resources, and align with economic viability. Establishing a dedicated forum for industry-wide discussions, analysis, and ideation is paramount. GI is proud to support the Strategic Network for Sustainable Construction for another two years."

Lennie Clausen, Program Manager at Realdania, views the network as a catalyst for groundbreaking ideas:

"We recognize the Strategic Network's instrumental role in fostering novel approaches to sustainable construction, particularly in aligning the value chain's components. The network's cross-industry support is instrumental in strengthening collaboration and understanding among stakeholders as we navigate the challenges of the construction industry's green transition and capitalize on synergies across diverse initiatives."

Prioritizing Key Themes

Moving forward, the network will continue to prioritize and address the themes and topics deemed most critical for achieving a sustainable transformation within the construction and infrastructure sectors. This focus will build upon the network's past accomplishments, recommendations from the Construction Industry Think Tank for Sustainability, the updated national strategy for sustainable construction, and the Social and Housing Ministry's recently unveiled strategy for developing a holistic building code by 2030.