Challenge
Conference organising in Copenhagen.
The UIA World Congress of Architects 2023 embraced the theme of “Sustainable Futures – Leave No One Behind,” aligning its goals with the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) from an architectural perspective.
Organising such a large-scale event centered on sustainability and the UN SDGs presented CAP Partner with several challenges. Explore how CAP Partner took sustainable conference handling to a new level.
Key challenges included:
- Comprehensive Sustainability Integration: Ensuring that sustainability principles aligned with the UN SDGs were integrated into every aspect of the congress, from venue selection to daily operations.
- Creating a Long-lasting Impact: Extending the congress’s influence beyond its immediate duration to establish a legacy that would continue promoting sustainability and inclusivity in the built environment.
Solution
Some of the solutions included:
- Engaging Decision Makers: High-profile politicians and decision makers actively participated in the congress, delivering speeches that promoted sustainability at the policy level and sparked future initiatives.
- Natural Decorations: The congress replaced traditional decorations like carpets and flowers with living trees destined for replanting, along with other natural materials, effectively reducing waste and environmental impact.
- Vegetarian Meals Only: The congress and its social events exclusively served vegetarian meals, actively reducing the carbon footprint associated with meat production and consumption.
- Ensuring Inclusivity: Food vouchers were distributed to students and individuals with limited financial means, ensuring economic barriers did not prevent anyone from participating.
- Next Generation Involvement: The “Next Gen” program empowered young architects and designers to contribute actively to the congress, sharing their innovative ideas on sustainable building for the future.
- Sustainable Logistics: The event promoted sustainable transportation options and implemented clear wayfinding systems to cut emissions and improve accessibility.
- Multilingual Support: Simultaneous interpretation services were provided to break down language barriers, enhancing the inclusivity of the congress.
- Eco-friendly Apparel: The congress minimized the use of apparel and opted for sustainable, recyclable materials, significantly reducing waste.
- Material Recycling: Equipment and materials from the congress were collected and recycled, ensuring minimal waste was generated.
- Enhancing Accessibility: The event actively catered to attendees with special needs, addressing dietary restrictions, religious considerations, and both physical and mental disabilities, ensuring full participation for all.
Outcome
By embracing sustainability, inclusivity, and the UN SDGs, CAP Partner and the UIA World Congress of Architects 2023 demonstrated the transformative power of events in driving positive change and creating a lasting impact on the architecture and design community in Copenhagen.
Notable key numbers reflecting the success of the event include:
- 6000 participants from 135 countries, showcasing its global reach.
- 130 exhibitors who contributed to the diverse offerings.
- 150 sessions and 250 scientific papers, emphasizing the depth of knowledge shared.
- 400 speakers who shared insights and expertise, fostering collaboration and innovation.
Additionally, the event led to the establishment of “The Copenhagen Lessons,” a set of 10 principles designed to accelerate change in the industry, engage practitioners and investors, and garner support from policymakers for local, national, and global built environment legislation. Knowledge-sharing and partnerships were identified as crucial components to prioritize and localize efforts and resources for the industry’s radical transformation.
What The Client Says
Key numbers
As experts in conference organisation based in Copenhagen, CAP Partner delivers you above-and-beyond service and results. Explore some of the key numbers and insights from our congress organisation of the World Congress of Architects 2023 in Bella Center Copenhagen.
Key insights from organising the World Congress of Architects 2023
How many participants were there?
The World Congress of Architects 2023 had 6,000 participants joining Copenhagen from a total of 135 countries.
How many exhibitors were there?
A total of 130 exhibitors contributed to the diverse offerings of the congress.
What venue had the was used for an event of that size?
Bella Center in Copenhagen, Demark, a trusted and dedicated collaboration partner of CAP PArtner fit for large-scale conferences and events.
How many scientific sessions and scientific papers were presented and disseminated?
A total of 150 sessions and 250 scientific papers were presented at and dissemoniated at the congress emphasizing the depth of knowledge shared.
How many speakers were at UIA2023?
A total of 400 speakers shared insights and expertise at the congress, fostering collaboration and innovation.
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