Shaping Sustainable Places – Development and Construction of a Low-Carbon Built Environment

The natural environment is critical for resilient cities. This episode explores how developers and city planners, including Copenhagen Municipality and Skanska, are tackling biodiversity challenges  –  from hidden supply chain impacts to creating thriving urban ecosystems through strategic collaboration.     Guests in this episode:   Nanna Westerby Jensen , Director of City Planning, Copenhagen Mu...

You  can't  build or develop sustainably without a sustainable supply chain.  This episode unpacks the groundbreaking  Supply Chain Sustainability School . Hear from  Elaine Billington, Dale  Turner  and  Nick Baker on how this collaborative platform is upskilling thousands, reducing  costs  and raising industry standards for a more sustainable future.   Guests in this episode:   Nick Baker , Sust...

Uncover the secret to building resilient, profitable places. Snøhetta's Marius Hauland Næss and Skanska's Ida Granqvist discuss how people-centric design and collaboration drive long-term value for everyone involved.  Host: Malin Dalén

Discover how neuroscience and neurodesign are transforming workplaces to truly work for everyone. Dr. Elizabeth Nelson and Anna Wiśniewska reveal why designing beyond the "average brain" – by offering choice, catering to diverse needs, and embracing biophilic elements – leads to lower burnout, less stress, and more vibrant, productive environments. Tune in to understand the future of human-centere...

Unlock the secrets to improved productivity in construction. Dr. Jan Elfving from Skanska Finland reveals how new methods are slashing project times, enhancing quality and reducing environmental impact.  Host: John Ambrose

The world faces a looming freshwater crisis, but innovative collaboration is providing solutions. In this Highlight episode, Siân Thomas (Anglian Water) and Jon Kiteley (Skanska) explain how strategic partnerships, data-driven insights, and nature-based solutions are helping safeguard water resources and build resilience.

In this episode, we dive into the critical global freshwater challenge and the innovative solutions emerging to secure our water future. Join  Siân Thomas, Director of Strategic Asset Management, Anglian Water,  and  Jon Kiteley, Divisional Director for Energy, Water and Environment with Skanska in the UK , as they discuss the urgent issues – from looming shortfalls to infrastructure renewal – and...

As 2025 draws to a close, let's reflect on the insights we've gained from the farsighted guests who joined us this past year, celebrating how we are shaping a sustainable future, together.    Guests in this episode:  Julia Casagrande , Deputy Director of Clean Energy, New York City Mayor's Office of Climate and Environmental Justice   Carl Slotte , Senior Vice President for Region Europe, Volvo Co...

Discover how public procurement is being redefined to drive innovation, sustainability and integrity in construction. This episode features insights from the City of Stockholm and Skanska Sweden on transforming traditional bidding into strategic partnerships for a better built future. 

Discover how public procurement is being redefined to drive innovation, sustainability and integrity in construction. This episode features insights from the City of Stockholm and Skanska Sweden on transforming traditional bidding into strategic partnerships for a better built future.  Guests in this episode:  Karl Jonasson Collberg, Public Procurement Officer, City of Stockholm Development Admini...

How is AI shifting the needle in construction today? This Highlights episode explores real-world examples of how data-driven insights are improving safety, sustainability, and decision-making in the built environment.

Learn how AI is reshaping construction with data-driven decisions, proactive safety measures, and a focus on sustainability. Experts from Gryps and Skanska discuss how these technologies are transforming the industry and what's needed to unlock their full potential.   Guests in this episode:  Dareen Salama, CEO and co-founder of Gryps  Mike Zeppieri, Vice President for Emerging Technologies, Skans...

Join us from Climate Week NYC as we hear from Dr Stephen Hammer of the New York Climate Exchange and Skanska's Lena Hök on the latest trends, challenges and solutions in sustainability. Discover how innovative financing, strategic procurement and nature-based approaches are shaping a more resilient world. Guests in the episode: Dr Stephen Hammer, Chief Executive Officer, New York Climate Exchange...

In this episode of  Shaping Sustainable Places: Highlights , we explore how electrification within the construction industry is not only the right move environmentally but also a smart business decision.

In this episode of Shaping Sustainable Places, we head to New York and speak with Julia Casagrande from the Mayor's Office of Climate and Environmental Justice, who explains how an unexpected alliance is driving the electrification of the construction industry. Later, Carl Slotte from Volvo Construction Equipment and Gustaf Werner from Skanska Group discuss the role of collaboration and partnershi...

How are partnerships powering the development of advanced technology in the construction and property sectors? Hear @Daniel Kjørberg Siraj, CEO of OBOS Group, and @Christoffer Hernæs, Chief Digital Officer and Director of Skanska Digital with Skanska Norway in this Highlights minisode. #ShapingSustainablePlaces

In this short Shaping Sustainable Places highlight, get an inside look at Skanska's innovative efforts to reduce water consumption in residential buildings. We explore how the smart reuse of graywater, for purposes such as toilet flushing, is contributing to more sustainable water use in our cities. A small change with a big impact for the homes of the future.

Digital tech and artificial intelligence are shaking up the construction and property sectors. Two leading figures in Nordic property – Daniel Kjørberg Siraj, CEO of OBOS Group, and Christoffer Hernæs, Chief Digital Officer with Skanska Norway – discuss how they are partnering with startups to drive efficiency, improve safety, reduce costs and lower carbon emissions in an industry seen as traditio...

In this episode, we take you on an inspiring journey to the outskirts of Prague, where a historic industrial site along the banks of the Vltava River has undergone a remarkable transformation. Join us as we explore Modřanský Cukrovar, formerly a sugar refinery dating back to the 1800s, which has blossomed into an attractive residential neighborhood rich in public spaces, modern amenities, and home...

In this insightful episode of Shaping Sustainable Places, we delve into the evolving concept of the modern office and its crucial role in fostering employee well-being and productivity. With the backdrop of a shifting work landscape where flexibility is key, the discussion explores the New Era of Work – a paradigm that moves beyond  where  we work to focus on  how  the work environment supports ou...

Mass timber is driving a significant shift in how we build. It's renewable, low in carbon, efficient to build with, and it looks and even smells great. It's becoming a truly disruptive force in the construction industry.      So why aren't more building projects using mass timber? How Cn we overcome the biggest obstacles to accelerating the use of mass timber globally?     In this episode, we get...

Hospitals are known for having a major impact on the environment, with significant needs for resources such as water and energy. So how can you build a hospital today that is sustainable, not only for the planet but also for the patients and those who work there? In this episode, we take a closer look at an amazing project where the construction and design teams worked closely with the customer to...

With its almost 700,000 inhabitants, Oslo capital of Norway has a vision: to be a smart, sustainable and inclusive city that thrives in all aspects: social, economic, and environmental. One important measure to minimize the city's climate impact is to renovate buildings when possible, instead of demolishing them and building new ones with modern energy and accessibility standards. ​  In this episo...

In this episode, we take a closer look at how communities are protecting themselves from the increasing threat of flooding. What are the smart solutions being used today to save lives and reduce the impact of flooding?  Guests in this episode: Anna Åkesson, Group Environmental Manager Skanska Pedro Ribiero, Head of C40´s Water Program

The built environment accounts for almost 40 percent of global carbon emissions. But that big number represents a huge opportunity. In this episode of Shaping Sustainable Places, we take a closer look at how turning buildings into intelligent, networked energy storage makes them more resilient, as well as improving the efficiency and reliability of the power grid as a whole. Guests in this episode...