Specify materials for positive-impact projects - curated by 540 World & the Cradle to Cradle Products Innovation Institute

13 May 2026
Buildings and Materials Stage

Architects and specifiers are tasked with delivering on an increasing range of seemingly disconnected goals. How can materials address human wellness, contribute to a circular economy, and drive regenerative outcomes, easily, measurably and simultaneously?

This presentation cuts through the jargon to offer practical pathways for de-risking specifications and ensuring material health, circularity and high-level sustainability goals, such as social fairness, healthy water, soil, and air stewardship. Join us to hear from an expert panel of manufacturers and architects who are building award-winning projects. We will showcase tangible case studies from leading experts, proving that high-performance, healthy, and verified, certified sustainable products are not only available, but robust to specify through innovation frameworks such as Cradle to Cradle Certified®.

Discover how to include Actionable Strategies and Materials for Wellness, Circularity, and Regenerative Design

Integrate certified products that enhance occupant wellness.

Design for positive-impact circularity, not just compliance.

Lead the industry by specifying materials that meet measurable, multi-attribute criteria.

Connect with materials fit for maximum Breeam points.

Chair
Ren DeCherney
Ren DeCherney, Director Built Environment - Cradle to Cradle Products Innovation Institute
Speaker
Anthony Murray
Anthony Murray, Technical Manager - Smart Architectural Aluminium
Darrin Andrews
Darrin Andrews, Specification Manager UK - Accoya® Wood
Ha Phan
Ha Phan, R&D Lead - AgrekaBuild