From Field to Construction Site: A Systemic Approach to Eco-Materials in Construction and Renovation

The Haute École de la Province de Namur (HEPN) is organizing a continuing education program titled "From Field to Construction Site: A Systemic Approach to Eco-Materials in Construction and Renovation". This course, running from January to June 2025, aims to rethink eco-construction by focusing on the sectors of eco-materials used in construction and renovation.

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Training objectives:

• Position the use of eco-materials in the energy design of a building.

• **Know the properties and applications

• Know the properties and applications of bio-based materials, justifying their selection.

• Understand the potential of current resources for reuse by future generations.

• Establish links between eco-materials and the circular economy.

• Assess the environmental impact of construction materials.

• Master tools for selecting sustainable materials.

• Gain knowledge of sustainable material production chains in Belgium.

Target Audience:

• Industry professionals: construction companies, architecture firms, engineering firms, eco-materials producers, start-ups in circular economy construction, raw material producers, distributors of eco-materials, public administrations, inter-municipal organizations, real estate managers, and educators.

• Citizens seeking professional-level technical information for making responsible construction choices.

Practical Information:

• Session Dates:

  • January 14, 2025

  • January 21, 2025

  • February 11, 2025

  • March 11, 2025

  • March 25, 2025

  • April 15, 2025

  • May 20, 2025

  • June 3, 2025

• Schedule: 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM

• Location: Campus provincial, Rue Henri Blès 188-190, 5000 Namur, Belgium

• Cost of training: €590

• Registration: Open via online form.

• Contact Information:

  • Contact Person: Marie Claisse

  • Phone: +32 81 77 55 90

  • Email: formations.continues@hepn.province.namur.be

Participant Testimonials:

• "Very diverse, relevant speakers."

• "A great introduction to sustainable construction, providing concrete tools for adopting eco-materials. It brings together industry professionals to exchange ideas and inspire action."

• "Highly enriching course covering the sustainable materials landscape in Belgium, presenting a broad array of solutions for construction and renovation."