by igor.vovko | May 13, 2025 | En events
Date: Tuesday, 3 June 2025
Time: 11:00–15:00 CEST
Location: Chamber of Commerce and Industry of Slovenia (GZS), Dimičeva 13, Ljubljana & Online
Language: English only
Registration is mandatory
Why Materials Matter – And Why Now
The construction sector is at a turning point. Every building begins with choices—of materials, methods, and values. Join us at this hybrid event that brings together leading experts, visionary companies, researchers and institutions to explore how biobased, healthy, and climate-resilient materials can transform the future of building.
Organised under the GREET CE Eco-Construction pilot, the event will feature:
- A keynote by Prof. Dr. Sascha Peters (Haute Innovation, Berlin)
- Expert talks on material health and regenerative design
- Good Practice Pitches from innovative SMEs using biomaterials
- Funding & scaling session with EU and national opportunities
- Networking and a curated material exhibition
This event is free but registration is mandatory.
Register soon to secure your seat – spaces are limited!
AGENDA >>
REGISTER HERE >>
Questions? Contact us at: Chamber of Commerce and Industry of Slovenia – CCIS, Division: Chamber of Construction and Building Materials Industry of Slovenia – CCBMIS zgigm@gzs.si
by igor.vovko | Apr 10, 2025 | En events
“Climate resilient, sustainable and circular construction – innovations, synergies, and generating value chains for smart growth and a competitive construction industry in Central Europe”
March 27, 2025 | 14:00 CET
MEGRA International Construction Fair, Gornja Radgona, Slovenia
Expert fair programme
About the fair 2025 final report
Organizers:
GZS – Chamber of Commerce and Industry of Slovenia (ZGIGM)
With contributions from: KSSENA – Regional Energy Agency, EcoCocon, Veplas, Gees Recycling, Nekster, Celiqum, Kaminota, Mondo Impex, MAJER Group (PL), MORS Directorate for Logistics, and others.
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by igor.vovko | Apr 1, 2025 | En events
On 26 March 2025, the GREET CE project consortium held its third coordination meeting at the headquarters of Falcon Vision in Budapest.
Project partners reviewed the progress of ongoing activities and deliverables, clarified aspects related to i3 calls and success criteria, and discussed key implementation steps moving forward.
The agenda focused on the current status of pilot developments, evaluation of completed and pending tasks, performance indicators (KPIs), and the quality control process.
Partners jointly defined the action plan for the next project phase to ensure aligned, impactful implementation across all work packages.
The GREET CE project continues to support green transition and innovation-driven regional development in Central Europe.
Stay informed and follow the project’s progress at: https://greetce.eu
by igor.vovko | Mar 27, 2025 | En events
Date and time: 27 March 2025, 14:00 – 16:00
Location: Hall 2, Gornja Radgona, Pomurski sejem – in the framework of the Megra 2025 fair
Format: Hybrid event (live and online meeting) JOIN HERE >>
Registration: all registrants will receive free tickets at the fair box office, REGISTER HERE>>
AGENDA
Innovation and synergies for smart growth and a competitive construction industry in Central Europe
Emerging value chains with market potential and circular business models in construction
14:00–14:10| Welcoming speech
– Representative of CCIS CCBMIS / GREET CE project partner
– Brief introduction and presentation of the European GREET CE project and the
ECO-CONSTRUCTION pilot – a new generation of value chains and business models.
- The importance of the project for SMEs and the strengthening of collaboration in co-creating future business models, an overview of the project’s development phase of value chains and business models within the Eco-Construction pilot in participating regions (SI, PL, RO, HR, SK, HU), and how companies can engage in cross-border cooperation and access funding.
14:10–14:25 | Good Practice Example: The NEKSTER Digital Platform for Financing Sustainable Projects
NEKSTER – Myhajlo Todurov, CEO
Smart financing and a digital platform as a bridge between companies and investors.
How can fintech innovations support sustainable solutions and SMEs?
Q&A
Cancelled 14:25–14:40 | Challenges of the Circular Economy in an International Context, Institutional Support, and the Challenges of Circular Practices
Opportunities and obstacles for innovative companies in international cooperation on waste management, limitations in cross-border waste management projects, and presentation of the IMPEL network – Bojan Počkar, National Coordinator, Ministry of the Environment, Climate and Energy (MOPE)
Cross-border shipment of waste – practical challenges faced by Slovenian companies in international cooperation in the waste sector and possibilities for improvements.
Q&A
14:40–14:50 | Business Culture and Cooperation in the Central Europe Region
Cesary Molski, MAE(GREET CE) – Strengthening interregional business cooperation in Central Europe: how to do cross-border business successfully considering differences in business practices, organizational culture, expectations, and communication that impact projects.
Opportunities, real experiences, and best practices.
Q&A
14:50–16:00 | PITCH DECK – Short Presentations of Participating Innovative and Sustainability-Oriented Companies
SI – Slovenia:
VEPLAS d.d.
– High-tech company developing advanced composite materials for aerospace, medical, and energy sectors.
– Successful I3 fund recipient – a model for sustainable industrial transformation.
LUMIL
– Innovative modular construction system awarded for energy efficiency and design adaptability.
– Prefabricated construction of the future, ready to scale across EU markets.
SAAX (EcoCocon)
– A comprehensive circular innovation example: insulation from agricultural residues (straw), robotic and local production.
– High potential for expansion in regions with access to local raw materials.
MYCOPOR
– Next-generation biotech company: mushroom mycelium-based materials for construction and packaging.
– Sustainability, natural origin, biodegradability – at the core of its business model.
TECHNOL
– Innovative solutions for reusing construction waste with advanced recycling processes.
GreenTween
– Company developing digital solutions for sustainable building maintenance with a circular management approach throughout the building lifecycle.
HR – Croatia:
Lignum Cibaliae
– Developing a local wood value chain focusing on energy efficiency, short supply chains, and the design/construction of authentic Slavonian wooden houses.
RO – Romania:
ECO LIVING PROJECT
– Modular, eco-designed housing solutions for rapidly growing urban areas.
CELIQUM
– Bio-based materials and high-tech circular development for the construction sector.
MONDOIMPEX
– Sustainable wooden products with a strong local identity and sustainable sourcing.
IT – Italy:
GEES Recycling
– Connecting municipalities, companies, and industries in a circular recycling chain and demonstrating operational excellence in construction practices.
16:00–16:10 | – Sustainable and Circular Solutions in the Defence and Security Sector: Innovative Military Logistics, the Green Future of Civil Protection, and Business Opportunities
Opportunities for companies developing resilience, logistics, materials, and digital tools – Colonel Robert Šipec, MSc, Directorate for Logistics, Ministry of Defence of the Republic of Slovenia
Defence is not only the military – it’s also about saving lives during natural disasters.
– What green and circular solutions is the sector looking for?
– How do climate changes – floods, droughts, fires – affect defence and civil protection?
– Opportunities under Slovenian and European calls (e.g. EDF, dual-use technologies)
Q&A
16:10–16:20 | Opportunities under I3 Calls and Related Programmes, Conclusions and Next Steps
How to integrate your business model into international projects?
Tips for successful proposal writing, identifying key partners, and Q&A with the GREET CE consortium.
– Summary and invitation to participate in the next phases of the GREET CE project, connect with existing/new partners, and join upcoming thematic webinars.
16:20–16:30 | Informal Networking and B2B Meetings
– Opportunity to establish direct contacts and discuss possibilities for joint project development
WHO WE ARE ADDRESSING:
– Companies developing, innovating and offering advanced bio, eco or sustainable solutions for the construction industry
– Project idea developers and companies wishing to participate in EU calls (I3, Horizon Europe, Life+)
– Intermediaries (intermediaries, investors and financiers) supporting the transition to sustainable construction
– Public clients of construction services looking for sustainable solutions for construction projects
– Research institutions and professional organisations in the field of circular economy and digitalisation
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