CIRIA in partnership with Livingroofs.org is pleased to announce the 2008 World Green Roof Congress, to be held in London on the 17-18th September. This is the first event of it kind to showcase green roofs in the UK.

 The normally biannual World Green Roof Congress brings together leading green roof experts providing a platform for the latest research, policy initiatives and practical case studies. This exciting and respected Congress will drive the uptake and implementation of green roofs, provide a greater level of understanding of their benefits and stimulate innovation: shifting the perception of green roofs from the quirky to the main stream and demonstrate the business case.

The Congress in 2008

The Congress in Basel 2005 attracted around 400 delegates, the 2008 Congress in London will be of interest to a wide range of disciplines from a variety of sectors and countries.

The Congress will be a two-day conference, with inspiring presentations, exhibitions, a conference reception, and the potential for a ‘green roof safari’ trip around London, and workshops to support the sharing of experience, knowledge and facilitating the delivery of green roofs in the built environment.

Field trips – Local field trips will be organized to demonstrate what has already been achieved in and around London. This provides an opportunity to see how green roofs contribute to sustainable development and green buildings.

Who Should Get Involved?

The 2008 World Congress will be of interest to a wide range of professional with an interest in sustainable construction and regeneration. Furthermore it will of interest to policy makers and decision makers in a range of sectors not only within the UK but also internationally.

Exhibiting – In conjunction with the conference there will also be a large exhibition space. The location of the exhibition will be integral to the conference and provide an opportunity for you and your organisation to directly engage with the delegates. The exhibition stands will be 3x2 Sqm of floor space and you will receive two free tickets to the conference and reception as well as listing in conference material and website.

For further information contact:

Dusty Gedge - Livingroofs.org, 020 8692 2109

Or visit www.worldgreenroofcongress.com