Category: WDBE
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Simulation-Powered Planning for Sustainable Building Projects with Pyry Haahtela
The sustainability of a construction project should not be an afterthought but a crucial consideration from the start. Pyry Haahtela, the COO of Haahtela TVD, shared his views on when and how clients and developers can best manage the carbon footprint of their projects with simulation. The construction industry significantly contributes to carbon emissions, and…
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From Objects to Sustainable Experiences with Michelle Xuereb
In this episode of WDBE Talks, Michelle Xuereb, the Director of Innovation at BDP Quadrangle, shares her insights on sustainability, innovation, and new approaches to creating built environments. As one of the keynote speakers at WDBE in September 2023, Michelle is a prominent voice in the field. During the interview, Michelle and Aarni Heiskanen discuss…
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From Objects to Sustainable Experiences with Michelle Xuereb
In this episode of WDBE Talks, Michelle Xuereb, the Director of Innovation at BDP Quadrangle, shares her insights on sustainability, innovation, and new approaches to creating built environments. As one of the keynote speakers at WDBE in September 2023, Michelle is a prominent voice in the field. During the interview, Michelle and Aarni Heiskanen discuss…
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The Most Effective Way to Reduce Construction’s Carbon Emissions with Pyry Haahtela
What is the most feasible way to reduce construction’s carbon emissions? This was the question Pyry Haahtela and Aarni Heiskanen discuss in this episode of WDBE Talks. Pyry Haahtela has worked with the Haahtela TVD simulation model for over a decade. His mission is to develop cutting-edge technology capable of simulating the repercussions of decisions…
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Get to Know BJ Siegel: Former Apple Executive and Co-Founder of Juno
Don’t miss BJ Siegel’s keynote speech at WDBE in September 2023. In this interview, we learn how he’s revolutionizing sustainable housing as a consumer product, using digital tools and asset-light approaches, while transforming how companies manage their data and processes. Designing commercial concepts BJ Siegel is on a mission to reinvent the world of urban multifamily housing…
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Construction Tech Communication and WDBE with Aarni Heiskanen
In this episode of WDBE Talks, Vappu Id of KIRAHub interviews Aarni Heiskanen. They discuss communication, construction tech, and the World of Digital Built Environment WDBE Summit. The discussion topics include: Aarni’s career path Why great construction stories often remain untold and how to fix it Examples of good communicators Memorable WDBE moments What WDBE…
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Productizing Sustainable Urban Housing with BJ Siegel
How do you take the learnings from Apple’s way of innovating products and apply them to housing? On WDBE Talks, you’ll hear how BJ Siegel pivoted from Apple to follow his passion at Juno, a proptech company. He will be a keynote speaker at WDBE 2023. In this episode, Aarni Heiskanen and his guest JB Siegel discuss:…
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Meet Marzia Bolpagni, Head of BIM International at Mace
Marzia Bolpagni will be a keynote speaker at WDBE in September 2023. In this interview, we learn about her passion for modernizing the construction industry to become more productive, sustainable, and inclusive. Marzia is a building engineer by background. She became interested in BIM, Building Information Modeling, during her studies at the University of Brescia,…
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Talking Climate-Aware ConTech Investments with Sebastien Michaud
In this episode of WDBE Talks, Aarni Heiskanen’s guest is Sebastien Michaud, VC at Foundamental. They discuss investing in climate through technology, the theme of this year’s WDBE. The discussion topics include: Sebastien’s background and what led him to become a VC What is Foundamental, and what’s in its portfolio at the moment What makes up a startup that he’d invest…
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Reaching Climate Goals with BIM – An Interview with Marzia Bolpagni
Ready to get inspired and learn more about sustainable construction practices? Join us for this WDBE Talks interview with Marzia Bolpagni of Mace, who shares her insights on the importance of BIM in reaching climate goals. In the interview, Marzia and Aarni Heiskanen discuss Marzia’s current position at Mace and how she advances digital transformation as a leader and influencer How standardization…