This morning, we hosted a Stakeholder Briefing Seminar in Brussels, focusing on the role of galvanizing in sustainable construction. The discussions highlighted the importance of circularity, durability, and life cycle performance in steel construction.

Key presentations included:

✅ Life Cycle Assessment (LCA) of Materials in Hall Construction – Prof. Carl-Otto Gensch (Öko-Institut e.V. ) presented insights from a recent study on the environmental impact of materials, reinforcing the importance of long-term durability and resource efficiency.

✅ Energy Performance of Buildings Directive (EPBD) – Bunthan IEA (European Commission , DG ENER) provided updates on the latest EU policies driving energy efficiency and carbon reduction in the built environment.

✅ Meeting Climate Challenges in the Steel Construction Supply Chain – Norbert Beljaars (EGGA President & Zinkinfo Benelux - InfoZinc Benelux ) shared perspectives on sustainability in the Netherlands, emphasizing how galvanized steel supports climate ambitions.

A big thank you to our speakers and attendees for their valuable contributions!