Climate impact and overheating: DUCO hosts seminar with experts

The impact of climate change is increasingly palpable. Long heat waves, rising temperatures and stricter building standards are forcing the construction industry to find innovative solutions. DUCO Ventilation & Sun Control is therefore bringing together leading experts at the seminar 'Climate impact and solutions against overheating' at the Naturalis museum in Leiden.

Why this seminar?

More and more homes and buildings are struggling with overheating, due in part to stricter insulation requirements. Traditional air conditioning solutions are not sustainable and consume a lot of energy. During this seminar, architects, installers, developers and policymakers will gain insight into How natural ventilation and shading contribute to a cool indoor environment without additional energy consumption.

Speakers and highlights

The program brings a mix of scientific insights and hands-on solutions:

• Gerrit Hiemstra, meteorologist, outlines the impact of climate change on the Dutch living and working environment.
• Samuel de Vries (TNO) presents innovative climate adaptation strategies for buildings and cities based on scientific research.
• Michel Mengerink (DUCO) shows how ventilative cooling and outdoor shading are a sustainable gamechanger for comfortable living.

After the seminar, there will be room for networking. Meet fellow professionals and exchange ideas and experiences.

Scoop: DUCO Natural Cooling in practice

During the seminar, additional attention will be paid to DUCO Natural Cooling, an innovative solution that intelligently controls ventilation and shading based on temperature, CO₂ and solar radiation. This approach provides an energy-friendly way to cool buildings naturally, without using air conditioning.

Practical information and registration

The seminar will take place at Wednesday, June 11, 2025 at Naturalis, Leiden. Participation is free, but registration is required. Visitors will receive exclusive insights, practical tools and a networking opportunity with construction and installation industry professionals.

Free registration is available at: seminar-climate-impact-and-solutions-against-overheating