Join us for an interactive panel discussion with the Founder of the US and World Green Building Council, Head of Abu Dhabi (Masdar) Green City, and executives from leading start-ups including Serious Materials, LED Engin and Calera.
Recent estimates from Pike Research value “untapped” energy efficiency projects at $400B and McKinsey estimates that $520B in green building materials and efficiency initiatives by 2020 will yield $1.2 trillion in economic benefits! While green building materials do not have the same appeal as installing solar panels, they often have a more compelling payback and are a much more efficient way of achieving our green agenda. Not surprisingly, the building materials retrofit market has grown 22% since 2004 and is expected to accelerate penetration in the approximately 70B sq. ft of office and residential space, presenting very attractive opportunities for entrepreneurs and investors.
Which segments in the green building materials area are gaining the most momentum?Which areas are the most attractive to investors?What are the buying motivations and paybacks for residential, commercial and industrial customers?How do regulatory incentives, LEED points and stimulus dollars play a role in the buying decision?
