Shaping Sustainable Places – Development and Construction of a Low-Carbon Built Environment

How do you keep workers safe on a complex, ever-changing construction site? You give them the right tools. Tune in as Christian Jakobsson and Phillip LaFave reveal how the construction industry is shifting from mitigating risks to designing them out entirely. Learn why the ultimate goal of zero accidents is achievable through continuous improvement, new technologies , and a deep investment in our people. Guests: Christian Jakobsson , Vice President for Sustainability and Environmental Health and Safety Management, Skanska Group Phillip L e Fave , Senior Vice President for Operations, Skanska USA Civil Host: John Ambrose

The natural environment is critical for resilient cities. This episode explores how developers and city planners, including Copenhagen Municipality and Skanska, are tackling biodiversity challenges – from hidden supply chain impacts to creating thriving urban ecosystems through strategic collaboration. Guests in this episode: Nanna Westerby Jensen , Director of City Planning, Copenhagen Municipality Rikke Dahlgaard , Sustainability Manager, Skanska Commercial Development in Denmark Nick Baker , Sustainable Supply Chain Manager, Skanska Group Host: John Ambrose

You can't build or develop sustainably without a sustainable supply chain. This episode unpacks the groundbreaking Supply Chain Sustainability School . Hear from Elaine Billington, Dale Turner and Nick Baker on how this collaborative platform is upskilling thousands, reducing costs and raising industry standards for a more sustainable future. Guests in this episode: Nick Baker , Sustainable Supply Chain Manager, Skanska Group Dale Turner , Director of Procurement and Supply Chain , Skanska UK Elaine Billington , Chief People Officer, National Highways , UK Host: John Ambrose

Uncover the secret to building resilient, profitable places. Snøhetta's Marius Hauland Næss and Skanska's Ida Granqvist discuss how people-centric design and collaboration drive long-term value for everyone involved. Host: Malin Dalén

Discover how neuroscience and neurodesign are transforming workplaces to truly work for everyone. Dr. Elizabeth Nelson and Anna Wiśniewska reveal why designing beyond the "average brain" – by offering choice, catering to diverse needs, and embracing biophilic elements – leads to lower burnout, less stress, and more vibrant, productive environments. Tune in to understand the future of human-centered workplace design. Host: John Ambrose

Unlock the secrets to improved productivity in construction. Dr. Jan Elfving from Skanska Finland reveals how new methods are slashing project times, enhancing quality and reducing environmental impact. Host: John Ambrose

The world faces a looming freshwater crisis, but innovative collaboration is providing solutions. In this Highlight episode, Siân Thomas (Anglian Water) and Jon Kiteley (Skanska) explain how strategic partnerships, data-driven insights, and nature-based solutions are helping safeguard water resources and build resilience.

In this episode, we dive into the critical global freshwater challenge and the innovative solutions emerging to secure our water future. Join Siân Thomas, Director of Strategic Asset Management, Anglian Water, and Jon Kiteley, Divisional Director for Energy, Water and Environment with Skanska in the UK , as they discuss the urgent issues – from looming shortfalls to infrastructure renewal – and how strategic investments, collaborative efforts and cutting-edge innovations are helping to bridge the gap between the water we have and the water we need. Host: John Ambrose

As 2025 draws to a close, let's reflect on the insights we've gained from the farsighted guests who joined us this past year, celebrating how we are shaping a sustainable future, together. Guests in this episode: Julia Casagrande , Deputy Director of Clean Energy, New York City Mayor's Office of Climate and Environmental Justice Carl Slotte , Senior Vice President for Region Europe, Volvo Construction Equipment Gustaf Werner , Vice President for Innovation and Development, Skanska Group Dareen Salama , CEO and co-founder, Gryps Mike Zeppieri , Vice President for Emerging Technologies, Skanska USA Building Magnus Persson , CEO, Skanska Sweden Karl Jonasson Collberg , City Development Department, City of Stockholm John Penndorf , Associate Principal, Perkins and Will Mark Humbertson , Construction Administration Manager, University of Virginia Facilities Management Dr. Whitney Austin Gray , Senior Vice President, International WELL Building Institute Myrrh Caplan , Senior Vice President for Sustainability, Skanska USA Building Ondřej Flanderka , Sustainability Manager, Skanska Residential Czech Republic Petr Dušta , Senior Project Manager, Skanska Residential Europe Dr. Stephen Hammer , CEO, New York Climate Exchange Host: John Ambrose

Discover how public procurement is being redefined to drive innovation, sustainability and integrity in construction. This episode features insights from the City of Stockholm and Skanska Sweden on transforming traditional bidding into strategic partnerships for a better built future.

Discover how public procurement is being redefined to drive innovation, sustainability and integrity in construction. This episode features insights from the City of Stockholm and Skanska Sweden on transforming traditional bidding into strategic partnerships for a better built future. Guests in this episode: Karl Jonasson Collberg, Public Procurement Officer, City of Stockholm Development Administration Magnus Persson, CEO of Skanska Sweden Host: John Ambrose

How is AI shifting the needle in construction today? This Highlights episode explores real-world examples of how data-driven insights are improving safety, sustainability, and decision-making in the built environment.

Learn how AI is reshaping construction with data-driven decisions, proactive safety measures, and a focus on sustainability. Experts from Gryps and Skanska discuss how these technologies are transforming the industry and what's needed to unlock their full potential. Guests in this episode: Dareen Salama, CEO and co-founder of Gryps Mike Zeppieri, Vice President for Emerging Technologies, Skanska USA Building Host: Emalee Mandl Follow Shaping Sustainable Places: You can tune in, listen and subscribe to the podcast on Spotify, Apple Podcasts or YouTube. Follow Skanska on LinkedIn for further insights and updates. Feel free to reach out to us via email at podcast@skanska.com .

Join us from Climate Week NYC as we hear from Dr Stephen Hammer of the New York Climate Exchange and Skanska's Lena Hök on the latest trends, challenges and solutions in sustainability. Discover how innovative financing, strategic procurement and nature-based approaches are shaping a more resilient world. Guests in the episode: Dr Stephen Hammer, Chief Executive Officer, New York Climate Exchange Lena Hök, Executive Vice President for Sustainability and Innovation, Skanska Group Host: John Ambrose Follow Shaping Sustainable Places: You can tune in, listen and subscribe to the podcast on Spotify, Apple Podcasts or YouTube. Follow Skanska on LinkedIn for further insights and updates. Feel free to reach out to us via email at podcast@skanska.com .

In this episode of Shaping Sustainable Places: Highlights , we explore how electrification within the construction industry is not only the right move environmentally but also a smart business decision.

In this episode of Shaping Sustainable Places, we head to New York and speak with Julia Casagrande from the Mayor's Office of Climate and Environmental Justice, who explains how an unexpected alliance is driving the electrification of the construction industry. Later, Carl Slotte from Volvo Construction Equipment and Gustaf Werner from Skanska Group discuss the role of collaboration and partnership in this transitionGuests in this episode: Julia Casagrande, Deputy Director of Clean Energy at the New York City Mayor's Office of Climate and Environmental Justice Carl Slotte, Senior Vice President for Region Europe at Volvo Construction Equipment Gustaf Werner, Vice President for Innovation and Development at Skanska Group Host: John Ambrose Follow Shaping Sustainable Places: You can tune in, listen and subscribe to the podcast on Spotify, Apple Podcasts or YouTube. Follow Skanska on LinkedIn for further insights and updates. Feel free to reach out to us via email at podcast@skanska.com .

How are partnerships powering the development of advanced technology in the construction and property sectors? Hear @Daniel Kjørberg Siraj, CEO of OBOS Group, and @Christoffer Hernæs, Chief Digital Officer and Director of Skanska Digital with Skanska Norway in this Highlights minisode. #ShapingSustainablePlaces

In this short Shaping Sustainable Places highlight, get an inside look at Skanska's innovative efforts to reduce water consumption in residential buildings. We explore how the smart reuse of graywater, for purposes such as toilet flushing, is contributing to more sustainable water use in our cities. A small change with a big impact for the homes of the future.

Digital tech and artificial intelligence are shaking up the construction and property sectors. Two leading figures in Nordic property – Daniel Kjørberg Siraj, CEO of OBOS Group, and Christoffer Hernæs, Chief Digital Officer with Skanska Norway – discuss how they are partnering with startups to drive efficiency, improve safety, reduce costs and lower carbon emissions in an industry seen as traditionally slow to adopt new technologies.

In this episode, we take you on an inspiring journey to the outskirts of Prague, where a historic industrial site along the banks of the Vltava River has undergone a remarkable transformation. Join us as we explore Modřanský Cukrovar, formerly a sugar refinery dating back to the 1800s, which has blossomed into an attractive residential neighborhood rich in public spaces, modern amenities, and homes that integrate the latest in sustainable solutions. Guests in this episode: Ondřej Mundl: Architect, Design Director at Chybik + Kristof Architects https://www.chybik-kristof.com/ Ondřej Flanderka: Sustainability Manager at Skanska Residential Czech Republic. Petr Dušta: Senior Project Manager at Skanska Residential Europe. Host: John Ambrose