9:30 am | Coffee and Fresh Pastries

3 Mandatory CPD Points

Thursday 13th of March 2025

10:00 am – 1 pm

You must register to receive your CPD certificate.

10:00 am – 11:00 amGetting to Net Zero: Dealing with Embodied ImpactPresented by David Baggs – CEO of Global GreenTag International
Earn 1 Formal CPD Point

David Baggs, Life Fellow of the Australian Institute of Architects and CEO and Technical Director of Global GreenTag, will explore the urgent need for responsible products and carbon reduction in the building industry. Learn how to use tools like Green Star, WELL, LEED and EPDs to identify responsible and carbon-reduced products and achieve Net Zero outcomes. This session will focus on:
–    Explaining the current Green Star relevance to products and fiouts
–    The importance of a restorative, bio-based approach to buildings and materials.
–    How to assess carbon impacts using whole-of-life sustainability rating systems.
–    Practical strategies for integrating carbon-reduced products into your projects.

11:15 am – 12:45 pmTiling the Future: Sustainable Hard Surface Materials – PorcelainPresented by Anton Bourtsev – Director of Kaolin Porcelain Surfaces
Earn 2 Formal CPD Points

Discover how Kaolin Porcelain Surfaces is pioneering sustainable porcelain production. This session will explore:
–    Cutting-edge advancements in porcelain manufacturing technology.
–    How sustainability principles shape design and production processes.
–    The significant role porcelain play in reducing both embodied and operational carbon emissions.
Anton Bourtsev will share Kaolin Porcelain Surfaces’ dedication to transparency and environmental responsibility, offering practical insights to help you make informed project choices.

12:45pm | Light Lunch Provided

Learning Outcomes 
By the end of this event, you will be able to:
1. Identify and define key sustainability terminologies.
2. Distinguish between genuine sustainability and greenwashing.
3. Differentiate between good practice and best practice products.

Why You Should Join Us– Earn up to 3 Formal CPD Points to meet your professional development requirements.
– Gain practical insights into sustainable product selection and certification.
– Network with industry peers in our award-winning showroom.
– Enjoy complimentary coffee, tea, fresh pastries, and a light lunch.