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INNOVATE BAU
22 Oct 2026 · 08:00 · NEST Empa
About this event
The INNOVATE BAU conference is a premier co-creation event focused on applied innovation within the construction industry. It serves as a vital platform for bringing together research institutions, the private sector, and public authorities to collaboratively develop and implement concrete, forward-thinking solutions for the building sector. Attendees will engage with cutting-edge ideas and foster partnerships to drive sustainable change.
What to expect
- Engaging parallel sessions on various focus topics
- Access to the Makers' Zone for interactive experiences and networking
- Opportunities for extensive networking with industry leaders and peers
- An innovation breakfast to start the day
- A concluding flying dinner for informal discussions
Agenda
1. 08:00 - 09:00 Start with Innovation Breakfasts 2. 09:00 - 10:00 Welcome & parallel sessions on focus topics 3. 10:00 - 11:00 Makers' Zone & Networking 4. 11:00 - 12:00 Parallel sessions on focus topics 5. 12:00 - 14:00 Lunch, Networking & Makers' Zone 6. 14:00 - 15:00 Parallel sessions on focus topics 7. 15:00 - 16:00 Makers' Zone & Networking 8. 16:00 - 17:00 Parallel sessions on focus topics 9. 17:00 - 19:00 Flying Dinner
Who should attend
This event is ideal for professionals, researchers, and public sector representatives involved in the construction industry who are passionate about innovation, sustainability, and collaborative problem-solving.
About the host
Switzerland Innovation Park Central is a key hub in the national network of Switzerland Innovation, fostering collaboration between startups, universities, and the public sector to strengthen innovation in construction and mobility. NEST, a modular research and innovation building by Empa and Eawag, serves as a living lab for sustainable building technologies and hosts over 150 partners from research, industry, and public sectors.
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