In the era of climate change we need to provide buildings that do not harm the planet nor the health of occupants. We need to focus on both the planet and the people. We must combine different multidisciplinary scientific knowledge to be able to lower the carbon footprint of buildings and make them more sustainable. At the same time, we have to make sure that indoor spaces are as safe as possible for occupants. The state and design of buildings are important factors to create the indoor air quality.
The Healthy Buildings Conference Series (HB) provides a platform that bridges the gap between science and practice and emphasizes that information from the scientific community is passed on to professionals in practice.
The regionalized location of HB's conference provides an opportunity to address issues that may be of more interest or urgency within a geographic location. This conference spans three days and is usually attended by 400+ participants, most of whom are present at the conference. The location in Iceland gives opportunities for easy travel from both Europe and America.
Conference Themes
Sustainable buildings in different climates
Indoor air regarding climate change
Building physics in climate change
Energy use
Insulation in different climates
Retrofitting
Durability of buildings
Well being in buildings
Urbanization
Engineers
Architects
Practitioners
Building materials – risks and benefits
Energy, climate changes and sustainability
Carbon footprint of building materials
Buildings codes and certifications (LEED, BREEAM, WELL, Nordic Swan Ecolabel )
Moisture safety
Building physics
Healthy & Sustainable Buildings
Chemicals
Particles in buildings
Daylight, lighting
Acoustics, noise
Thermal comfort
Indoor air
Ventilation
HVAC system
Medicine, public health, epidemiology,
Hospitals & schools;design, ventilation, IAQ
Infection, transmission routes
Filtration
Moisture in buildings
Microbes and microbiome
Chemical emissions
Cleaning and disinfection
Building materials
A strong focus
Reykjavik University's (RU) subjects in research and teaching are science and engineering, computer science, business, and law.
Environmentally conscious
The campus is one of Iceland's most automated buildings designed to provide an environment optimal for working using the lowest amount of energy.
A breath of fresh air
The University building is constantly ventilated with natural fresh air using the NAVENT system. Fresh air is drawn into the building and then pumped into the rooms. Special CO2 monitors ensure the correct levels of oxygen in the rooms.
Heaters ensure that the air pumped into the rooms maintains the correct
air temperature. In the summer time the air pumps drag warm air from
the building and pump fresh and cooler air in its place.
Intelligent lighting system
Every light in the University has its own IP address and is controlled by the automated system. Light sensors ensure lighting is only on when rooms are in use. Large windows let in natural daylight which creates a more pleasant working environment.
Menntavegur 1, 102 Reykjavík
Main Venue: Reykjavik University
Harpa is one of Reykjavik’s most distinguished landmarks, which has received numerous awards for its magnificent design, such as the prestigious Mies van der Rohe Award, in 2013. A powerful conference centre that has established itself internationally, with high international standard, being recently awarded as the “Best Meetings and Convention Centre in Europe 2016“, by Business Destinations Magazine.
Harpa is a versatile venue, with different types of areas that can accommodate to special needs, everything from large
conventions, concerts, exhibitions to smaller banquets or meetings alike.
Welcome reception and plenary: Harpa Conference Hall
