Market Insights, Sustainable Materials and Cooperation Opportunities from Build’n Green 2026
Vienna, 28.-29.04.2026
During Build’n Green 2026 in Vienna, the Steinbeis team used the international matchmaking platform to exchange with companies, technology providers and research organizations working on sustainable construction, renewable building materials and circular economy solutions.
The discussions focused on practical innovation approaches including hemp-based construction materials, bio-based insulation systems, circular production concepts and regional value chains for renewable resources. The meetings provided valuable insights into emerging market developments, industrial implementation strategies and future cooperation opportunities relevant for the EUKI-funded ReBORN Project.
The following examples highlight selected discussions and technology approaches presented during the event.
During Build’n Green 2026 in Vienna, the Steinbeis team used the international matchmaking platform to exchange with companies, technology providers and research organizations working on sustainable construction, renewable building materials and circular economy solutions.
The discussions focused on practical innovation approaches including hemp-based construction materials, bio-based insulation systems, circular production concepts and regional value chains for renewable resources. The meetings provided valuable insights into emerging market developments, industrial implementation strategies and future cooperation opportunities relevant for the EUKI-funded ReBORN Project.
The following examples highlight selected discussions and technology approaches presented during the event.
Hemp-Based Construction Materials and Bio-Based Insulation Solutions
Among the most interesting discussions during Build’n Green 2026 were several exchanges focused on hemp-based construction materials and renewable insulation technologies. The meetings highlighted the growing relevance of bio-based materials for low-carbon construction, circular economy approaches and sustainable renovation strategies across Europe.
Advanced Hempcrete Solutions from Ukraine
One discussion focused on innovative hempcrete technologies presented by representatives of the Institute “AcademResourceEnergoProject”, a subsidiary of the Academy of Construction of Ukraine and licensee of V. Dolgopolov technologies.
The exchange addressed advanced production approaches for hempcrete blocks, ultra-light hemp-based construction elements and regional supply opportunities for hemp hurds in Romania and neighboring countries.
The discussions demonstrated the growing practical interest in hemp-based construction materials as environmentally compatible alternatives for energy-efficient and circular building solutions.
Bio-Based Insulation Materials from Austria
Further discussions addressed advanced insulation biocomposites and sustainable material innovations.
Steinbeis representatives exchanged with Hempstatic, an Austrian startup developing and manufacturing bio-based insulation materials for specialized applications in construction, including acoustic, sound and fire protection.
Particular attention was given to:
- bio-based insulation systems,
- circular material design principles,
- reduction of hazardous and non-recyclable construction waste,
- and practical implementation of sustainable building materials.
The presented materials are produced from renewable biogenic resources and are designed without plastics, toxic substances or hazardous chemical components.
Circular Construction Markets and Regional Cooperation Networks
Steinbeis representatives exchanged with Altiplano d.o.o. from Croatia, represented by Sandro Vlačić, regarding current market developments and business opportunities in the construction and building materials sector across Southeast Europe.
The exchanges highlighted the increasing importance of regional supply structures, practical implementation capacities and international business networks for the successful market introduction of sustainable construction materials.
Sustainable Construction Trends in Southeast Europe
Roxana Boboruta exchanged with Altiplano d.o.o. from Croatia, represented by Sandro Vlačić, regarding current market developments and business opportunities in the construction and building materials sector across Southeast Europe.
The discussions focused particularly on:
- regional construction market trends,
- strategic positioning of innovative materials,
- circular construction approaches,
- and business development opportunities for sustainable building solutions.
The exchange was also particularly relevant in the context of the EUKI-funded ReBORN Project, which already includes a Croatian project partner and therefore provides an additional basis for regional exchange and cooperation activities in Southeast Europe.
The discussions demonstrated the growing market relevance of environmentally compatible construction materials and the increasing demand for practical implementation strategies within the region.
Regional Supply and Distribution Structures
Another meeting focused on sustainable building materials and regional distribution structures within the Balkan region.
The exchange with representatives of SEVAREX Bulgaria addressed topics such as:
- logistics and warehousing structures,
- technical support for sustainable construction materials,
- regional supply chains,
- and market opportunities for circular renovation and construction approaches.
The discussions highlighted the importance of combining innovative materials with practical regional distribution and implementation capacities in order to support broader market adoption of sustainable construction solutions.
Practical Insights into Circular Energy Systems
In addition to the B2B matchmaking activities, Build’n Green 2026 also included technical excursions presenting practical examples of renewable energy infrastructure and circular resource management in Austria.
Roxana Boboruta joined the excursion “Biomass & Circular Bioenergy Systems”, which focused on practical implementation approaches for low-carbon energy systems and regional circular economy strategies.
The program included visits to:
- Simmering Biomass Power Plant
- EVM Margarethen am Moos Biogas Plant
The visits demonstrated how biomass, agricultural residues and regional resource flows can be integrated into practical renewable energy and infrastructure systems.
Particular attention was given to:
- biomass-based district heating systems,
- biomethane production,
- circular resource management,
- and regional implementation models for sustainable energy infrastructure.
The discussions highlighted how practical circular economy approaches are increasingly becoming part of broader regional sustainability and low-carbon development strategies across Europe.
Outlook and Future Cooperation Activities
The discussions and technical exchanges during Build’n Green 2026 demonstrated the growing international relevance of circular construction, renewable building materials and sustainable infrastructure solutions.
For the Steinbeis team, the event provided valuable opportunities to analyse emerging market approaches, identify innovation trends and strengthen international cooperation activities relevant for the EUKI-funded ReBORN Project.
Further exchange activities and cooperation discussions with international partners are already being prepared within the fields of sustainable construction, circular economy and applied innovation.
Sustainability Through International Cooperation
Interested in cooperation opportunities related to sustainable construction, circular economy and applied innovation? Steinbeis welcomes international exchange and collaboration.