CIBSE is excited to announce that its Technical Director, Dr. Anastasia Mylona, will represent the Institution at COP29 in Baku, Azerbaijan. Dr. Mylona will speak at the event 'Sustainable Cooling in a Warming World,' taking place in the Blue Zone UK Pavilion on 16 November 2024.
This event, hosted by the UK Government's Department for Energy Security and Net Zero, will celebrate the UK’s leadership in sustainable cooling and the significant milestones achieved since the launch of the Global Cooling Pledge (GCP) at COP28. The session will also showcase the UK’s leadership of the Innovation in cooling in Mission Innovation and the development of passive design codes to adapt and mitigate against overheating.
Dr. Mylona’s participation underscores CIBSE's commitment to addressing climate resilience, decarbonisation, and overheating in the built environment. She will be part of the panel discussion, presenting on 'Raising Standards for Passive Cooling,' an area where CIBSE has been a driving force in establishing robust frameworks and best practices.
Commenting on her involvement, Dr. Mylona said: ‘I am both honoured and excited to represent CIBSE at COP29 this year and contribute to the critical discussion on sustainable cooling. As the world faces increasingly severe impacts from climate change, it is imperative that we develop sustainable solutions to tackle overheating and ensure access to cooling for all. At CIBSE, we are committed to raising standards in passive cooling as a vital element in the decarbonisation of buildings. I look forward to showcasing the UK’s leadership in this area and sharing best practices that can be adopted globally for a more sustainable, climate-resilient future.’
This prestigious opportunity demonstrates CIBSE’s global influence and expertise in promoting sustainable building practices. As the world transitions to net zero, passive cooling and climate resilience remain at the forefront of CIBSE’s efforts to support innovation and drive positive change in the building services industry.