OUR VISION THAT HAS BECOME OUR MISSION: ONE PLANET, ONE LIFE, LET’S MAKE IT WORTHWHILE.

Rethink Sustainability!

ORGANIZERS WGIC 2018

With a vision to give a better and healthier world to our future generation, India is implementing the The term 'Green Infrastructure' alludes to foundations that are environment-friendly and prompt idea of green smart cities. As the government sustainable development of cities which can only be accomplished by deploying solutions that are envisions creation of 100 smart cities in the energy-efficient. Owing to the demands of commercial sector and new trends in the hospitality sector, an early planning of spaces will be required to avoid the clog due to skyscraper that will be created to suit a coming years, green infrastructure has been city life. gaining prominence over the years.

World Green Infrastructure Conference intends to create awareness through conferences and presentations by eminent personalities who walk-the-talk of green living. Additionally, it is a platform to learn best practices, discuss the latest industry trends, available green technology and network with academics and professionals.

Given the times we live in, sustainable and smart living has to go hand-in-hand to support the need of Green Infrastructure. The implementation of the same will need an equal participation from both public and private sectors in creation of smart green cities. Green infrastructure includes established green spaces, parks and gardens, natural and semi-natural urban green spaces, green corridors, green roofs and green walls. WGIC 2018

No matter where you live in Bangalore, you will In 1906, Bangalore became one of the first cities in India to have electricity from hydro always be close to nature. A journey in Bangalore power, powered by the hydroelectric plant situated in Shivanasamudra. The Forbes magazine considers Bangalore as one of "The Next Decade's Fastest-Growing Cities". that will narrate the interest of greenery in the city, The last 2 decades has seen tremendous growth of the city. a city with tree-lined avenues, large number of lush green parks, gardens and lakes is known as the With fast catching up concept of green buildings the city that is looking to retain the name of Garden City has a good number of green attractions. The city offers green attractions like Lal Bagh, Cubbon Park, Bangalore Palace, Vidhana Soudha, and much more. Garden City WGIC 2018

The World Green Infrastructure Congress is an ABOUT WORLD GREEN INFRASTRUCTURE CONGRESS annual event named and organized by World Green Infrastructure Network (WGIN) since 2007 in The World Green Infrastructure Congress is an annual event named and organized by World Green Infrastructure Network (WGIN) since 2007 in different member countries. The event focuses on greening buildings, roofs, façades and indoor areas with a bigger different member countries. picture of being for the nature.

The Conference will have presentations on the best green sustainable projects, futuristic design concepts and best practices in green technology, green city planning and interactive workshops. The World Green Infrastructure Congress endeavours to empower attendees with the latest technologies, developments and offer plausible solutions for important environmental issues. WGIC 2018

Sustainability Strategies for measures building green

Overview of Architecture - green buildings Projects - Best Practice

Present your solutions, World renowned research and products speakers directly to private and public sectors WGIC 2018 Lectures and discussions on greening of buildings FEATURES Associate your organisation, institution, company or (greening of roofs, façades and indoor areas) government with this rapidly expanding industry

Gain insight on industry best practices, data, recent technology Interdisciplinary exchange of experience between city and environmental issues from top analysts, experts, representatives, architects, city planners, urban water developers, implementers and government representatives industrial and property representatives, manufacturers, processors, researchers, associations, politicians and other interested parties WGIC 2018 MATERIALS AND COMPONENTS NURSERY AND PLANTS LANDSCAPE AND URBAN DESIGN Acoustic and visual screens Bulbs and seeds Architectural, outdoor and waterproof lighting courtyards, gardens and parks Aeration, irrigation and drainage Soils, composts, fertilisers Environmental graphic design Cast and natural stone Horticultural and plant care products Residential, commercial and industrial green roofs Decking, fencing and walling Pest control Playgrounds and recreational areas Garden furniture, gazebos Tools and accessories flowers, trees and shrubs Resorts and spas Membrane structures Landscape maintenance Skyrise and vertical greenery Plant and tree protection Coastal regeneration EXHIBITOR Artwork, sculptures PROFILE: GREEN AND URBAN SOLUTIONS LANDSCAPE ARCHITECTURE CONSTRUCTION AND MAINTENANCE AND MASTER PLANNING Climate control Machinery and equipment Erosion control Eco-city Grassed and wooded areas analysis, measurement and testing equipment Greenhouse Industrial Districts Permeable paths, pavements earth and plant logistics and transport Hydro culture New towns Railings, terraces and roofing Hydroponics Underground city Stonework and ironwork Re-cultivation of wastelands Waterproofing Soil regeneration and amelioration Tanks and drainage Waste management Irrigation systems Water sensitive urban design Drainage systems

GOVERNMENT AND PUBLIC AGENCIES Landscape Architects, Architects, Urban Planners and Environmentalists VISITOR Agronomists, Arborists, Botanists, Floriculturists and Horticulturists Landscape Contractors, Implementers and Suppliers PROFILE : Consultants and Engineers Distributors, Manufacturers, Retailers and Wholesalers of Landscape and Urban Greenery products Facility Managers and Property Developers Academics and Students Plant Lovers WGIC 2018

It is a challenging world, and green building WORLD GREEN INFRASTRUCTURE NETWORK technology is one solution to tackling the impacts of climate change that affect us all. WGIN believes Current member countries include Australia, Brazil, Canada, Chile, China, Columbia, France, Germany, Great Britain, cooperative effort is needed to work for a better, Greece, Hong Kong, India, Iran, Israel, Japan, Korea, Mexico, New Zealand, Poland, Portugal, Singapore, South Africa, greener and more sustainable world. Spain, Taiwan. Since 2006 WGIN has held a World Congress in Mexico, Canada, China and France.

Given the rapid growth in the green roofs, walls and infrastructure industry, WGIN targets strong organizational growth over the next several years. It is a challenging world, and green building technology is one solution to tackling the impacts of climate change that affect us all. WGIN believes cooperative effort is needed to work for a better, greener and more sustainable world.

WGIN Objectives:

To be a globally-important motivator of the use of green infrastructure in cities.

To expand opportunities for member organizations to learn about green roof infrastructure science, technology, practice, economics and environmental and social benefits.

To promote education in green infrastructure benefits particularly at university levels and trade school levels, to provide skills for the green roof industry that can be expected to develop more widely.

To promote green infrastructure research and extension in soundly-based green infrastructure development.

To provide sound networking and conference study opportunities for member organizations.

To publicise the global environmental and cost-saving advantages of green infrastructure, especially those related to reducing climate change problems. WGIC 2018

A Green Sustainable City is self sufficient and generates the lowest carbon footprint possible. INDIAN GREEN INFRASTRUCTURE NETWORK This is achieved by bringing together the community of local residents, neighbours, Indian Green Infrastructure Network (IGIN) is an NGO set up to create and develop World-Class Green Sustainable cities in workers, professionals and organisations who India. IGIN is a membership driven NGO set up to develop and carry out nation-wide environmental education programmes and strive to balance ecological, economic, and social activities. We believe India is a country whose people are its greatest resource. To implement our ground breaking ideas, we needs to ensure a clean, healthy and safe need the help of the interested and qualified public. Here in India we have the resources for every possible idea. Now along with environment for society and for future generations. IGIN, we have the knowledge and experts too. It is time we harnessed our strengths.

IGIN is associated with World Green Infrastructure Network (WGIN), which is the association of National Green Building Organisations. The mission of WGIN is to share the knowledge of the vegetation side of Green Building Infrastructure worldwide.

Mission

The mission of IGIN is to provide expert Engineering Solutions through Green Technology and thus create and develop World-Class Green Sustainable cities in India.

Vision

To develop World-Class Green Sustainable cities in India by fostering network of Professionals, Architects, Government Organisations, Industrialists, Developers, etc., and encouraging discussions on Green City planning and environmental issues. Our vision is also to bring in experts and organise the World Green Conference, educational programs and seminars on Green Technology in India in association with World Green Infrastructure Network (WGIN). CONTACT US

+91 80 4939 6982 [email protected]

ORGANIZED BY