The GBCI Europe Circle 2025 made a stop in Prague, bringing together LEED experts from over 25 countries to share ideas and solutions on the evolving landscape of sustainability as applied to buildings, communities, and organizations. The event has become a central fixture in the international green building scene.
Macro Design Studio played an active role in the event as a sponsor, contributing meaningfully through inspirational talks, workshops, and networking sessions with the vibrant international community.
Day 1 | Workshop
The focus was on LEED v5 and the new Arc platform. Discussions covered ESG reporting and the business value generated by tools such as PERFORM and GRESB, particularly in relation to existing buildings and sustainable portfolios.
Day 2 | From Innovation to Impact
A day full of insights for a future-ready built environment. Key topics included:
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Decarbonization and circular economy with LEED v5 and TRUE
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Sustainable finance, risk management, and alignment with the EU taxonomy
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Nature and resilience as drivers for change
Clevan Bonora, Daria Zendri, and Claudia Lazzari from Macro Design Studio were among the speakers in the PechaKucha sessions, presenting “Nature’s Wisdom.”
Day 3 | Tour of LEED Projects in Prague
The event concluded with visits to iconic sustainable innovation projects:
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Masaryčka – Green mobility and practices
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The Julius Hotel – Hospitality and energy efficiency
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Palác Dunaj – Historical charm meets sustainable renovation
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Skanska Port 7 – Urban regeneration with social impact
See You in 2026… in Milan!
The GBCI Europe Circle heads to Italy next year, recognizing the strong and ongoing contribution of the Italian green building community. A unique opportunity to continue inspiring, connecting, and creating impact—together.