The Spotlight FM+ Conference co-organised by ZHAW Zurich University of Applied Sciences, the International Facility Management Association (IFMA) Switzerland Chapter, and the German Association for Facility Management (GEFMA), took place in Zurich on 30 - 31 January 2025.

Bringing together over 180 key stakeholders from academia, industry, and policy-making across the DACH region, the event provided a vital platform for exchanging insights on innovative solutions and emerging trends in facility management and real estate. The conference featured two distinct focus areas: an industry-focused Spotlight day and a research-driven FMplus day, fostering dynamic discussions on advancements in the field.

PEDvolution was presented through a dedicated poster exhibition by the ZHAW team, highlighting its vision to transform urban environments via sustainable energy integration and the development of innovative digital solutions. The presentation underscored PEDvolution’s objectives and expected results, which will accommodate the constant evolution of positive energy districts and contribute towards making Europe’s neigbourhoods, districts, and cities carbon-neutral by 2050.

For more information on the event’s agenda, presentations and speakers visit the official conference website and the conference proceedings.