Landscape & Urban Design Issue 17 2016 | Page 33

Ecobuild returns in March with an increased and in-depth focus on the latest industry trends, challenges and opportunities – and how professionals from across the whole supply chain can capitalise on them. The Next Generation day looks to the The programme will be delivered by Visitors will find a wealth of specialist future: how smart technology, changing industry leading figures and organisations support and solutions – and much more demographics and wellness will drive including Architype, Glenn Howells besides – at Ecobuild 2016. design and construction in the future Architects, Marks & Spencer, British Land, as well as how to address the skills gap Jones Lang LaSalle, BRE, ICE, Zero Carbon and attract young talent to the industry. Hub and Willmott Dixon Energy Services. Ecobuild’s most exploratory, provocative and inspiring day – it is a must for all those with an interest in ‘what’s next’. Reflecting the construction industry, Ecobuild is constantly evolving; ensuring that it continues to provide relevant, Among the speakers, David Hancock, Head dynamic content and create opportunities of Construction, UK Cabinet Office will talk to make new connections. Ecobuild 2016 is co-located with Resource, the leading resource efficiency event, from 8th to 10th March at London’s ExCeL. For more information please visit www.ecobuild.co.uk. about how to inspire talent and nurture the next generation of skills while Richard Francis, Prinicipal, The Monomoy Company will deliver a speech entitled ‘What’s good for the next generation of buildings?’ Ecobuild’s essential educational offering Ecobuild 2016 will also feature six CPD-accredited learning hubs; Building Performance, Design, Energy, #BuildCircular, Infrastructure Revolution and Digital Building. A highly-provoking seminar programme, it will provide visitors and exhibitors with the know-how to do their jobs better and the business case to help them make more informed decisions to address these cha