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Our event 'Greening the Grey' is coming the 7th of October!

Our event 'Greening the Grey' is coming the 7th of October!

An inspiration and networking event for the green city of tomorrow

21 Aug 2024

When we envision the city of the future, it is undoubtedly green—a city filled with sustainable and climate-friendly innovations and developments. Fortunately, these practical and efficient technologies are already being partially developed. At the inspiration and networking event, "Greening the Grey," on Monday October 7th, startups, businesses, and interested parties will come together to focus on greening industrial areas and public spaces.

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PROGRAM

  • 14:30 – 15:00 | Arrival with coffee and tea

  • 15:00 – 15:10 | Opening by The Field

  • 15:10 – 16:10 | Listen to inspiring stories from the speakers

  • 16:10 – 18:00 | Green Innovation Market and Networking Drinks

This promises to be an afternoon full of inspiration, collaboration, and networking, with a focus on the topics of cooling and biodiversity.

After hearing from the speakers, including Eva Stache and Menno Schilthuizen, you'll have the chance to meet sustainable startups and businesses at the Green Innovation Market during Greening the Grey. Here, you can learn more about their innovative and impactful products.

During the market, you can experience the products firsthand through live demos and have the opportunity to personally speak with the founders and initiators, all while enjoying a snack and a drink.


PRACTICAL INFORMATION

  • Date: Monday, October 7

  • Time: 14:30 – 18:00

  • Location: The Field, Circular Pavilion (Stationsplein 25, Leiden)

  • Cost: This event is free of charge, thanks to a contribution from the Leiden Incentive Fund.

  • Who is this event for? This event is intended for startups, professionals, and experts such as architects, civil servants, project developers, students, and other interested parties from the construction and sustainability sectors in the Leiden region. It’s a unique opportunity to network with a diverse group of attendees from the region!

Learn more about the participants and lecturers on the webpage of The Field!

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