Target 2050: World with zero net energy buildings
The World Business Council for Sustainable Development (WBCSD) will release at SB08 an update of its Energy Efficiency in Buildings (EEB) project, which will map out the transition to a 2050 world in which buildings use zero net energy.

International green building market report to be released at SB08
In the first study of its kind, the World Green Building Council (WorldGBC) and McGraw-Hill Construction (MHC) have partnered to investigate the size and scope of the green building marketplace in 30 countries around the world. The result of the investigation is the report Global Green Trends SmartMarket Report™, which will be presented at World SB08 Melbourne.

Student competition to create no-waste housing
The organizers of the SB08 Student Program have announced the Waste No Future competition open to undergraduate and post-graduate students.

Country pavilions at SB08
Reflecting the high level of interest in SB08, a number of national organizations are preparing national pavilions to showcase their countries’ capabilities in building research, and in sustainable building technology, products and services.

Timely themes thread SB08 Special Forums together
A key element of the SB08 Conference Program is the Special Forum stream, designed to bring together delegates from the research, business and government communities – together in one room.

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Confirmed speakers
SB08 will have a remarkable gathering of expert international speakers and delegates will have a chance to discuss or challenge them, especially at the Special Forums where significant time will be set aside for open discussions between speaker panels and the audience.

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