# DGNB sustainability initiatives in construction

> Live situation record from CLSTR: https://clstr.news/situations/dgnb-sustainability-initiatives-in-construction
> Updated: 2026-08-20T12:53:51.000Z. Sources: 5. Developments: 2.

The German Sustainable Building Council (DGNB) has expanded its initiatives to promote sustainability across different sectors of the construction and exhibition industries.

Initially, the DGNB launched a specialized training program for construction trades, utilizing regional on-site courses and cooperation with retailers to transfer expertise. To support smaller enterprises, the council introduced new membership categories for craft businesses with up to nine employees.

Following this, the DGNB released a new guide titled ‘Nachhaltige Messestände: Leitlinien für Planung, Umsetzung und Betrieb’ to address the environmental impact of trade fair stands. This guide focuses on circularity, modular construction, and resource management. A streamlined certification process for exhibitors and designers is scheduled to launch in January 2027 at the BAU trade fair in Munich.

## Timeline

### 2026-08-20: DGNB introduces sustainability certification for exhibition stands

The DGNB has introduced a new guide and certification process for sustainable exhibition stands, debuting at the BAU Munich in 2027 to promote circularity and resource efficiency in the industry.

3 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/dgnb-introduces-sustainability-certification-for-exhibition-stands

### 2026-08-16: DGNB launches sustainability training for construction trades

The German Sustainable Building Council (DGNB) is launching regional training programs and new membership tiers to promote sustainability expertise within the construction trades.

2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/dgnb-launches-sustainability-training-for-construction-trades

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