KliNa Day 2026
Just Do It Green
KliNa Day 2026: Sustainable construction in practice – with solutions that actually work
Discover how climate-resilient building projects are planned and delivered – with real projects, clear methodologies, and directly applicable expertise.
Why professionals rely on KliNa Day
150+ professionals
from construction, planning, and the public sector
Experts
from practice, research, and industry
Practice-oriented content
drawn from real projects and actionable solutions
Peer-level exchange
among decision-makers in the sector
Key facts at a glance
Date. 30 September 2026
Doors open. 01:00 p.m.
Duration. 01:30–05:30 p.m.
Venue. TUtheSky – TU Wien, Getreidemarkt 9, 1060 Vienna
Registration fee. from 75 €
Organiser. FCP.VCE
To further develop the quality and added value of the event, KliNa Day will be ticketed for the first time this year.
We encourage responsible travel by public transport or bicycle.
Can't wait until KliNa Day 2026? Here's a look back at KliNa Day 2025:
> KliNa Day 2025 Recap
Invitation Video for KliNa Day
„ Sustainable construction does not emerge from concepts alone – but from well-founded decisions throughout the entire life cycle. That is exactly what KliNa Tag focuses on. “
Günther Achs, Managing Director FCP.VCE and Chair of the KliNa Initiative
Programme
from 1:00 p.m. Doors open
01:30 p.m. Welcome & Introduction
BLOCK 1 – Stable Connections
Keynote:
Wer ist eigentlich zuständig für Klimaschutz? (Who is actually responsible for climate protection?)
Helga Kromp-Kolb . BOKU
Schneller bauen, länger nutzen: Nachhaltige Strategien im modernen Brückenbau (Building faster, lasting longer: Sustainable strategies in modern bridge construction)
Patrick Huber . TU Wien
Bauen mit Haltung: Nachhaltigkeit im Zusammenspiel von Zertifizierung und Baukultur (Building with purpose: Sustainability at the intersection of certification and building culture)
Marion Haider & Albana Deralla . FCP
BLOCK 2 – Future-Proof Living Spaces
Mobilität der Zukunft und nachhaltige Verkehrssysteme (Mobility of the future and sustainable transport systems)
Barbara Laa . TU Wien
Mess- und berechenbare Wirkungen von Bauwerksbegrünungen – Neuste Erkenntnisse aus der Forschung (Measurable and calculable effects of building greening – Latest findings from research)
Elisabeth Leitner . GRÜNSTATTGRAU
GT-Concept – Niederschwellige Konzeptionierung von Erdwärmesystemen (GT-Concept – Low-threshold design of geothermal systems)
Tobias Müllner . PORR
Klimaangepasst planen: von Klimarisiken zu wirtschaftlich optimierten Entwässerungslösungen (Climate-adapted planning: from climate risks to economically optimised drainage solutions)
Beatrice Jungmann . FCP | Birgit Strenn . VCE
BLOCK 3 – Designing with People
Closing Keynote:
Smart genug für die Analyse – zu menschlich für die Lösung
Oder: Warum unser Gehirn beim Klimaschutz auf „Später erinnern“ klickt (Smart enough for analysis – too human for the solution Or: Why our brain hits "remind me later" on climate action)
Maria Resch . Clinical & Health Psychologist
Panel Discussion
05:30 p.m. Networking with catering
Speakers
KEYNOTE
„ Prof. Helga Kromp-Kolb “
University of Natural Resources and Life Sciences Vienna
Prof. Helga Kromp-Kolb is an emeritus professor of meteorology and climatology at the University of Natural Resources and Life Sciences (BOKU), Vienna, where she also founded and led the Centre for Global Change and Sustainability. As an academic and researcher, she works on questions of atmospheric pollutant dispersal, climate change, sustainable development, societal transformation, education for sustainable development, and the necessary paradigm shift in science and society. She played a key role in founding the Climate Change Centre Austria (CCCA) and the Alliance of Sustainable Universities in Austria, and serves on the steering committee of the inter-university project UniNEtZ.
„ Dr. Maria Resch “
Clinical & Health Psychologist
Dr. Maria Resch is a clinical and health psychologist, systemic consultant, author, and expert in science communication. She has four years of research experience at Vienna General Hospital (AKH Wien) and 27 years of leadership experience in national and international human resources management. Her areas of expertise include leadership, organisational and personnel development, and strategic HR management. She currently serves as Head of Human Resources at an internationally operating engineering company (FCP.VCE) and additionally works in her own private psychological practice.
„ Prof. Patrick Huber “
Professor of Reinforced Concrete and Structural Engineering, TU Wien
Prof. Patrick Huber previously worked as a department and project manager at FCP in the Competence Centre for Bridge Construction and Structural Analysis, and led a research division at the Institute for Structural Engineering. He is Professor of Reinforced Concrete and Structural Engineering at TU Wien and heads the Study Commission for Civil Engineering. He is active in numerous standardisation committees and expert panels, and serves as a reviewer for various technical journals.
„ DI Elisabeth Leitner “
Project Manager and Researcher at GRÜNSTATTGRAU
Elisabeth Leitner works as a project manager and researcher at GRÜNSTATTGRAU on national and international research projects focused on the measurable and calculable impact of building greening. She recognised the significance of building greening from an interdisciplinary perspective through her completed part-time studies in "Green Building" (with a focus on sustainable building construction and building physics) and "Smart Buildings in Smart Cities" (with a focus on urban and district development) at FH Salzburg.
„ DI Dr. Albana Deralla “
Building Physics . FCP
Dr. Albana Deralla is part of FCP’s Building Physics team and specializes in sustainable construction. Following her studies in Architectural Engineering at the University of Prishtina (Kosovo), she earned a PhD in Architectural Sciences from TU Wien, specializing in building physics and building ecology. Her areas of expertise include circular economy principles, sustainable building design, dynamic building simulation, and green building certifications such as klimaaktiv, ÖGNI/DGNB, BREEAM, and BNB. In addition, she focuses on climate risk and vulnerability assessments as well as EU Taxonomy compliance for construction projects.
„ Arch. DI Marion Haider “
Project Management . FCP
Marion Haider is project manager at FCP in the field of building construction. She studied Architecture at TU Wien and KTH Stockholm. Through her experience across various planning and project phases, she has developed a comprehensive understanding of complex building projects and their interdependencies. She applies this expertise to the coordination of demanding construction projects. She sees future-proof projects as a balanced combination of functional, economic, and design requirements that create high-quality and livable spaces.
„ DI Beatrice Jungmann “
Expert in Microclimate and Environmental Management . FCP
Beatrice Jungmann is responsible at FCP for microclimate simulations, environmental management under ISO 14001, and tasks within the integrated management system and internal auditing. She studied Environmental and Bioresource Management at BOKU Vienna, specialising in climate, with a thesis on heat extremes. Her expertise combines scientific knowledge of climate, microclimate, and extreme events with data- and simulation-based solutions for climate-adapted infrastructure, urban development, and corporate projects.
„ DI Dr. Birigit Strenn “
Head of Water Management . VCE
Birgit Strenn is an expert in water management, municipal hydraulic engineering, and climate-resilient infrastructure with more than 20 years of experience in research, teaching, and engineering practice. She heads the Competence Centre for Water Management at VCE Vienna Consulting Engineers, with a focus on drainage planning, wastewater engineering, blue-green infrastructure, and sustainable climate-adapted infrastructure development. She is also a publicly sworn and court-certified expert for wastewater engineering systems and serves as a non-official expert in environmental impact assessment (EIA) proceedings.
Organisation
„ Carina Wittberger “
CC Civil Engineering
Contact. klina-tag@fcp.at
„ Hanno Töll “
Authorized Representative FCP.VCE
„ Martin Brandner “
Head of CC Project Management Infrastructure
„ Bianca Mick “
Head of Graphic, Communication & Marketing
„ Larissa Stohlmann “
Innovation Management | Graphic, Communication & Marketing
„ Cornelia Riegler “
Communication & PR
„ Günther Achs “
Managing Director FCP.VCE
FAQs
Frequently asked questions about KliNa Day
What is KliNa Day?
KliNa Day is a specialist conference on climate protection and sustainability in construction, with a focus on practical solutions.
What topics will be covered?
Participants gain insights into real-world projects, sustainability assessment methods, and digital planning tools.
Is KliNa Tag the right event for you?
- Designers & engineers
- Public clients
- Decision-makers
- NSustainability & digitalisation professionals
Who benefits from attending?
Professionals and decision-makers who plan, manage, or evaluate sustainable construction projects.
What will I take away?
Project insights, concrete approaches, proven methods, and qualified contacts.
Are there networking opportunities?
Yes, KliNa Tag offers dedicated opportunities for exchange with industry experts.
By registering for the event, each participant agrees to the use of visual and audio material recorded in the course of the event by means of photographs, films or similar media for public relations purposes, e.g. press reports, advertising future events, etc.