A green approach was also important in the implementation - this is how the Volvo Truck Center in Ecseri was built

A prominent example of this approach at European level is the Ecseri Volvo Truck Center investment in Ecseri, where the primary consideration was not only that the future building should operate in an environmentally friendly manner for the next 50-100 years, but also that the construction itself should contribute to the preservation of biodiversity.

In the second episode of the Weinberg Podcast, Tamás Somogyi, Director of Service Market and Retail at Volvo Hungária Kft. and János Borbély, Project Manager at Weinberg, reveal the unexpected twists and turns that led to the completion of Volvo's new building, which is now home to 150 employees.

What was an annoyance in the early days of construction turned into an unexpected benefit on the way to greening, as the excess groundwater was used in subsequent work and the practical and creative ideas meant that the local gypsy moths didn't have to look for a new home.

The episode reveals, among other things:

• What prompted the Volvo project and what criteria were used to select the contractors?
• What unexpected twists and turns coloured the construction process and how did the end result become an outstanding, sustainable example at European level?
• What extra steps have Weinberg and Volvo taken to promote biodiversity and reduce carbon emissions?
• What are the advantages of a solar panel system and an automatic ventilation system in the operation of a building?
• Is the 2025 target to reduce emissions from the retail network with the Volvo 50% feasible?

The broadcast is available to watch/listen on the Weinberg Podcast channels:

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