Seminar: Heat stress in buildings

Cause, effect, solution

Overheating of buildings in the summer is a growing problem. Do you wonder why? Want to learn more about how climate and weather affect heat stress in buildings? Then come to our event on this urgent topic! Two inspiring speakers will take you through the influence of climate change and extreme weather on our living and working environment and how to deal with it. Get inspired and take action for a cooler future!

Overheating negatively affects comfort, health and work and learning performance. In addition, overheating is often cooled down with an air conditioning system which in turn increases energy consumption. This calls for action! Curious? Visit the seminar "Heat stress in buildings" on Sept. 26 for more information.

Guest speakers:

Reinier van den Berg

After almost 30 years of presenting weather forecasts at RTL4, Reinier has specialized in the topics of climate and sustainability. Reinier takes you through the changing climate and how this affects the weather and the built environment.

Harm Valk

Harm is the authority on sustainable building and has the vision: healthy, comfortable buildings for all, that are naturally circular and energy efficient. In addition to explaining the effects of overheating buildings, Harm will provide practical tips on how to design and build to combat heat stress in buildings and share examples of sustainable and cooler buildings that can withstand the effects of climate change.