A group of us recently attended the Construction Green Summit hosted by the Cambridgeshire Chamber of Commerce at ARU Peterborough. The event, marked by its focus on sustainability in the construction industry, drew a diverse crowd to engage in discussions and gain insights on making their businesses and homes more environmentally friendly.
The summit kicked off with an enlightening panel discussion on “Saving Money and Making Money,” featuring industry experts Gillian Brown, Stuart Searle, Emma Fletcher MRICS, and Chris Donachie. The panellists explored a wide range of topics, including energy choices, skill development, and the financial benefits of adopting green practices.
In the second panel, titled “Horizon Scanning,” experts Ashley Shorey-Mills, David Bendell, Paul Gaughan, and Parminder Summon looked to the future of the construction industry within the sustainability sector. Discussion’s covered emerging technologies, supply chain resilience, and addressing skills shortages.
The event provided insights and practical takeaways. We left with information that we can apply to both our business and personal lives. The summit underscored the importance of sustainability and the significant role the construction industry plays in driving this crucial agenda forward.