Forum Samhällsbyggnad – the meeting place for the future of built environment

The 2026 Forum Samhällsbyggnad: Sustainable Construction – From Regulations to Real Change shone a spotlight on actual change: How do we move from governance, regulations, and climate goals to implementation, innovation, and concrete results?

The construction sector is in the midst of a rapid sustainable transition, driven by new regulations, climate requirements, and digitalization. Forum Samhällsbyggnad highlights that the industry is now moving from visions to practical implementation, including through increased reuse, better collaboration, and shared digital workflows. At the same time, complexity is increasing, requiring stakeholders to make decisions despite uncertainty and to work in a more long-term and innovative manner.

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Previous events

Forum Samhällsbyggnad is an annual gathering for anyone who wants to stay one step ahead in the development of tomorrow’s society. Each year, the event brings together stakeholders from the public sector, academia, and the business community to jointly explore the issues and challenges shaping tomorrow’s urban development.

Since its inception in 2024, Forum Samhällsbyggnad has highlighted current themes based on the industry’s needs.

2025: Water – from a vital resource to a climate challenge

2024: The city as a hub for the transition

Forum Samhällsbyggnad continues to evolve and gather new perspectives—always with the ambition of creating a powerful platform for knowledge, inspiration, and shared community development.