Pioneering sustainable construction.
Wao Summit returns this October and for the first time is dedicating an entire day in Wanaka and Queenstown to the building sector.
While New Zealand aims for a construction sector with positive sustainable behaviours such as low-carbon practices, waste reduction techniques, and resilient and climate smart material use, the truth is that the country is behind many other comparable nations. Construction & Demolition waste accounts for about 50% of all waste in New Zealand, most homes in our country generate about 5x too much carbon, and we have concerns over heating, cooling and dampness in our builds.
The Wao Summit offers a full day programme for building industry professionals that focuses on innovative approaches to sustainable construction and design. Attendees will gain insights into the latest developments and new ways of thinking for better building, network with leaders in the field, and learn how to integrate these practices into their projects.
Education in sustainable building is essential for promoting environmental sustainability, economic efficiency, regulatory compliance, resource conservation, public engagement, and innovation within New Zealand's construction sector. Wao is working with a number of governing bodies from around New Zealand including: Sustainable Business Network, NZGBC, BRANZ, local councils and others.
Workshops will delve into the building ecosystem's current state and its challenges with materials, climate, and energy. Masterclass sessions will explore different models being tested by developers, designers and businesses that are shifting the status quo in how we think about building communities. Practical toolbox talks will hear from our local builders in on-site sessions diving into the management of recycling and waste. The lineup of speakers is impressive, with experts coming from a diverse range of professional backgrounds including policy, design, development, finance and many others.
CPD and LBP points will be available as part of attendance. CPD (Continuing Professional Development) and LBP (Licensed Building Practitioner) points are part of the regulatory framework for professionals in the building industry in New Zealand, designed to ensure ongoing education and skill enhancement.
For LBP points, any activity related to your trade can be included as an elective activity on the LBP portal, you only need to log the details as required (i.e. Activity, Date completed, Hours and Detail of activity). For events with NZRAB CPD Points, architects will need to apply for points through their NZRAB CPD portal.
Better Building Brekkie – 10 NZRAB CPD points
The Current Playing Field – 15 NZRAB CPD points
Building for the Future – 15 NZRAB CPD points
Integrated Design & Materials Circularity – 15 NZRAB CPD points
Homestar Masterclass – 15 NZRAB CPD points
Tool Box Talks – 15 NZRAB CPD points
Carbon Counting – 20 NZRAB CPD points
Biophilic Design – 20 NZRAB CPD points
Better Building Banter – 10 NZRAB CPD points
The Wanaka building day will be held in New Zealand’s first community-based certified passive building at the Luggate Memorial Centre on Thursday 31st October and the Queenstown building day on Friday 1st November at the Sherwood.
This year Wao has created a building pass especially for the Wanaka day that allows passholders to attend a whole day of sessions and includes a catered lunch and evening building banter session. This full day pass is great value with early bird pricing of $77 if purchased before 14th September ($90 from 15th September onwards).
Tickets and the full programme of events can be viewed on our Wao Summit page.
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