Auckland wins World Green Infrastructure Congress 2024

Auckland in New Zealand will host the World Green Infrastructure Congress (WGIC) 2024. The congress will take place 3-5 September 2024 at the University of Auckland and is expected to deliver an estimated economic impact of NZ$1m (US$600,000) to the city. The bid to host the event was led by University of Auckland in association with Design for Nature. It was supported by Auckland Convention Bureau, a division of Tātaki Auckland Unlimited, and Tourism New Zealand Business Events. Ken Pereira, head of Auckland Convention Bureau, says: “To have global leaders of this calibre knowledge-sharing and collaborating is a valuable opportunity for our region. Green infrastructure work is front of mind in Tāmaki Makaurau Auckland and we’re eager to share our innovations and explore the scope of what else is possible in this space.” Bjoern Spreitzer, Tourism New Zealand general manager NZ & Business Events adds: “Hosting the World Green Infrastructure Congress not only brings visitors to our shores during spring, one of our off-peak seasons; it will enhance our cities through the sustainable ideas exchanged at the event. I hope the delegates get a chance to enjoy all that Aotearoa New Zealand has to offer while they are here.” WGIC, with up to 100 speakers, will cover urban nature-based solutions, green buildings, climate adaptation, green infrastructure, policies, and strategies. It will attract some 600 leaders from industry, academia and government. Delegates will also get the opportunity to embark on a Green Infrastructure Excursion Trip around Auckland showcasing some of the city’s sustainable infrastructure initiatives. For further information on the World Green Infrastructure Congress visit wgic2024.org