Joe Karten

Head of Sustainability and Social Impact, Built

Joe is a distinguished sustainable building specialist and a corporate sustainability leader. In his role, he spearheads the transformation of sustainable operations within a prominent construction company. Joe is known for his visionary approach, setting and executing strategies that distinguish the company from its peers, both in terms of vision and tangible outcomes. With a wealth of international experience in sustainable design and construction methods, coupled with a background in teaching, Joe actively contributes to the widespread adoption of sustainability practices in the built environment. Joe is committed to realizing this vision in both his professional and personal life, with a strong emphasis on decarbonization and fostering a circular economy.

Net Zero Construction Summit

PLENARY PANEL DISCUSSION: The current state of play for Net Zero construction

Net Zero Construction Summit 2025

CASE STUDY I: Design for Disassembly: Embedding circular thinking into structures

MECLA

Materials & Embodied Carbon Leaders’ Alliance (MECLA) brings together different sectors across the building and construction supply chain to reduce embodied carbon in the industry. Collectively, we can gain a better understanding of barriers to uptake and find the solutions that will be vital to moving ahead. MECLA recognises the growing demand for lower and zero-carbon materials worldwide and is determined to transform the building and construction sector to reach Net-Zero emissions. Together, we are keen to explore how we can work together to move Australia towards a zero-carbon economy and position Australia in the top five zero-carbon materials suppliers.

ASBEC

The Australian Sustainable Built Environment Council (ASBEC) is the peak body of key organisations committed to a sustainable built environment in Australia. ASBEC’s membership consists of industry and professional associations, non-government organisations and government observers who are involved in the planning, design, delivery and operation of our built environment, and are concerned with the social and environmental impacts of this sector. ASBEC provides a forum for diverse groups involved in the built environment to gather, find common ground and intelligently discuss contentious issues as well as advocate their own sustainability products, policies and initiatives. ASBEC is a non-profit volunteer organisation. Members commit their time, resources and energy to developing practical opportunities for a more sustainable built environment.

SMEC

For 75 years, SMEC has built a reputation as a trusted partner on major Transport, Water and Energy projects around the world. SMEC is committed to positively impact the people, the environment and the clients and communities we serve. Through our network of global specialists, our teams draw on deep expertise and systems thinking to simplify the complex and deliver integrated engineering solutions across a range of diverse environment – Engineering Positive Change.

Cowell Clarke

Cowell Clarke is a specialist commercial law firm in Australia. We act for clients across all industries and sectors of business in Australia and internationally. Two of our specialist practices are ESG and Construction. With over 150 staff, we pride ourselves in providing legally accurate and commercially astute advice that assists our clients to manage risk and achieve a competitive edge in their markets. Our vision is to harness our national expertise and people-centric approach, to consistently deliver exceptional outcomes for our clients.

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Airocle

Airocle is Australia’s leading provider of natural ventilation solutions. With over 100 years of industry experience, we specialise in designing, manufacturing, and installing innovative systems that harness the power of natural forces to create healthier, more sustainable industrial and commercial buildings. Our solutions offer a wealth of benefits, including significantly improved indoor air quality, substantial reduction in energy consumption, and a noticeable enhancement in occupant comfort. Whether building a new structure or retrofitting an existing one, Airocle can help you create a healthier, more sustainable space.

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Capral Aluminum

www.capral.com.au

NextTimber by Timberlink

Diamond Partner – Autodesk

Autodesk is changing how the world is designed and made. Our technology spans architecture, engineering, construction, manufacturing, media and entertainment, empowering innovators everywhere to solve challenges big and small. From greener buildings to smarter products, Autodesk software helps to design and make a better world for all.

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Diamond Partner – BlueScope

Our commitment to sustainability is a fundamental theme in Our Purpose, and central to Our Bond, and Our Strategy, which define the way BlueScope develops, manufactures and sells steel products and solutions.

This commitment to sustainability extends beyond our own operations and includes the way we source materials, engage with all those we do business with and support our local communities. At BlueScope, we see a strong future for steel, providing a critical foundation for sustainable economic development and the transition to a low carbon society.

BlueScope embraces circular economy principles in product development, including designing products for durability and resilience. Steel is strong, durable, and versatile and its inherent properties allow it to be recycled without loss of quality over and over again. In some cases, it can be reused without reprocessing, saving on energy and resource use.

We strive to reduce the embodied carbon of our products, which is supported by our climate strategy and plans, including our goal of net zero emissions across our operations by 20501. We transparently report the environmental impact of a number of our key products, including greenhouse gas emissions, via Environmental Product Declarations which are published in line with European Standard EN15804 and registered with EPD Australasia. A number of our products are also certified to the internationally recognised ecolabel Global GreenTagCertTM GreenRateTM.

To learn more about BlueScope, visit steel.com.au/sustainability

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