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After almost three years leading the\u00a0Institut Bauen und Umwelt e.V.<\/strong>\u00a0(IBU), Florian Pronold, former Parliamentary State Secretary, is\u00a0stepping down as Managing Director at his own request at the end of March 2026<\/strong>. In future, he will work as a solicitor and consultant and will continue to support the IBU on a project-by-project basis. \u201cFlorian Pronold took over the IBU during a difficult period, stabilised it financially and, at the same time, developed it in a forward-looking manner. On behalf of the Executive Board and the entire Institute, I would like to thank him most sincerely for this. We deeply regret his departure, but are also delighted that he will continue to be involved with the IBU on a project basis in the future”, said\u00a0Hans Peters, Chairman of the IBU Executive Board<\/strong>. Under his leadership, the IBU has made significant progress in recent years: the number of members has risen from\u00a0280 to around 400 companies and associations<\/strong>.\u00a0 Turnover grew from\u00a0\u20ac1.8 million to around \u20ac3 million<\/strong>, and Florian Pronold steered the IBU into profitability, with a clear focus on future investments. The number of published Environmental Product Declarations (EPDs) also increased by\u00a0more than a third<\/strong>. Furthermore, the establishment of\u00a0IBU Verify GmbH<\/strong>\u00a0laid important structural and strategic foundations for the future development of the verification system and the requirements of the new Construction Products Regulation.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

On 1 April 2026, Dr Martina Bender will take over as Managing Director of the IBU.<\/strong>\u00a0She succeeds Florian Pronold and brings with her extensive experience in the sustainability-focused transformation of the construction products industry. A graduate in economics and forestry, she has more than twelve years\u2019 experience in the fields of product sustainability and environmental management, as well as in the preparation and automation of life cycle assessments and environmental product declarations. Most recently, she worked as an independent verifier for environmental product declarations at\u00a0IBU Verify GmbH<\/strong>\u00a0and is thoroughly familiar with the normative principles and processes of the IBU EPD system. \u201cEnvironmental Product Declarations are becoming increasingly important for providing transparent and reliable environmental data in the construction sector. Thanks to my experience in the construction products industry and as an independent verifier, I have a thorough understanding of both sides of the system. I look forward to working with the IBU to consistently drive forward the further development of the EPD system, as well as digitalisation and quality assurance.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The IBU would like to thank Florian Pronold<\/strong> for his tremendous dedication and looks forward to working with Dr Martina Bender<\/strong> in her new role.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The IBU continues to grow: 13 new members in Q1 2026<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

The Institute for Construction and the Environment (IBU) continues on its growth trajectory: In the first quarter of 2026, 13 companies and organisations joined the network. They share the common goal of taking environmental responsibility and contributing to more sustainable construction practices through transparent, reliable environmental data. \u201cThe fact that more and more companies are joining the IBU sends a strong signal about the importance of transparency and robust environmental data in the construction sector. I am convinced that the IBU will continue to pursue this path consistently in the future and provide important impetus for sustainable construction,\u201d said Florian Pronold, Managing Director of the IBU.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

We warmly welcome the new members:<\/p>\n\n\n\n

    \n
  1. Lithodecor Fassaden GmbH<\/strong>
    Core business:Manufacture of resource-efficient lightweight fa\u00e7ade systems in glass, ceramics and natural stone. As well as upcycling old natural stone fa\u00e7ade panels for reuse in facades.
    Main market:<\/strong>\u00a0Worldwide, primarily Germany, the UK, the USA and Denmark<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  2. EcoPals GmbH<\/strong>
    Core business: Development and distribution of ecological solutions for the circular economy, particularly in the construction sector
    Main market: Europe<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  3. Rieder Smart Elements GmbH & Co KG<\/strong>
    Core business: Manufacturer of sustainable fa\u00e7ade solutions made from glass fibre reinforced concrete.
    Main market: Europe, USA, Canada, GB<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  4. ZAPP – ZIMMERMANN GmbH<\/strong>
    Core business: Development, manufacture and distribution of innovative fire protection systems, particularly in the area of cable, pipe and combined compartmentalisation systems
    Main market: Europe<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  5. Devilee Insulation<\/strong>
    Core business:\u00a0Manufacturer of circular building insulation
    \u00a0Main market: Europe<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  6. heroal – Johann Henkenjohann GmbH & Co. KG<\/strong>
    Core business: Manufacturer of aluminium system solutions for roller shutters, sun protection, roller doors, windows, doors, sliding doors, fa\u00e7ades and canopies
    Main market: Europe<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  7. mflor International B.V.<\/strong>
    Core business: Manufacturer of designer vinyl flooring
    Main market: Europe<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  8. KSB SE & Co. KGaA<\/strong>
    Core business: Pumps, valves and service
    Main market: Global<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  9. Aluplast GmbH<\/strong>
    Core business: Manufacturer of uPVC window and door systems
    Main market: Europe<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  10. Paul M\u00fcller Technische Produkte GmbH<\/strong>
    Core business: Development and manufacture of plastic products for track superstructure
    Main market: Global<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  11. Fl\u00fcssigboden OWL GmbH & Co KG<\/strong>
    Core business: Development and installation of liquid soil
    Main market: Europe<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  12. Nobilia-Werke J. Stickling GmbH & Co KG<\/strong>
    Core business: Manufacturer of kitchen, bathroom and living room furniture
    Main market: Global<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  13. Odenwald Faserplattenwerk GmbH<\/strong>
    Core business: Manufacturer of suspended ceiling systems and mineral wool acoustic tiles
    Main market: Global<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n

    We would like to thank all companies and organisations for placing their trust in the IBU and look forward to a successful collaboration!<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

    After almost three years leading the\u00a0Institut Bauen und Umwelt e.V.\u00a0(IBU), Florian Pronold, former Parliamentary State Secretary, is\u00a0stepping down as Managing Director at his own request at the end of March 2026. In future, he will work as a solicitor and consultant and will continue to support the IBU on a project-by-project basis. \u201cFlorian Pronold took over the IBU during a difficult period, stabilised it financially and, at the same time, developed it in a forward-looking manner. On behalf of the Executive Board and the entire Institute, I would like to thank him most sincerely for this. We deeply regret his departure, but are also delighted that he will continue to be involved with the IBU on a project basis in the future”, said\u00a0Hans Peters, Chairman of the IBU Executive Board. Under his leadership, the IBU has made significant progress in recent years: the number of members has risen from\u00a0280 to around 400 companies and associations.\u00a0 Turnover grew from\u00a0\u20ac1.8 million to around \u20ac3 million, and Florian Pronold steered the IBU into profitability, with a clear focus on future investments. The number of published Environmental Product Declarations (EPDs) also increased by\u00a0more than a third. Furthermore, the establishment of\u00a0IBU Verify GmbH\u00a0laid important structural and strategic foundations for the future development of the verification system and the requirements of the new Construction Products Regulation. On 1 April 2026, Dr Martina Bender will take over as Managing Director of the IBU.\u00a0She succeeds Florian Pronold and brings with her extensive experience in the sustainability-focused transformation of the construction products industry. A graduate in economics and forestry, she has more than twelve years\u2019 experience in the fields of product sustainability and environmental management, as well as in the preparation and automation of life cycle assessments and environmental product declarations. Most recently, she worked as an independent verifier for environmental product declarations at\u00a0IBU Verify GmbH\u00a0and is thoroughly familiar with the normative principles and processes of the IBU EPD system. \u201cEnvironmental Product Declarations are becoming increasingly important for providing transparent and reliable environmental data in the construction sector. Thanks to my experience in the construction products industry and as an independent verifier, I have a thorough understanding of both sides of the system. I look forward to working with the IBU to consistently drive forward the further development of the EPD system, as well as digitalisation and quality assurance.\u201d The IBU would like to thank Florian Pronold for his tremendous dedication and looks forward to working with Dr Martina Bender in her new role. The IBU continues to grow: 13 new members in Q1 2026 The Institute for Construction and the Environment (IBU) continues on its growth trajectory: In the first quarter of 2026, 13 companies and organisations joined the network. They share the common goal of taking environmental responsibility and contributing to more sustainable construction practices through transparent, reliable environmental data. \u201cThe fact that more and more companies are joining the IBU sends a strong signal about the importance of transparency and robust environmental data in the construction sector. 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Most recently, she worked as an independent verifier for environmental product declarations at\u00a0IBU Verify GmbH\u00a0and is thoroughly familiar with the normative principles and processes of the IBU EPD system. \u201cEnvironmental Product Declarations are becoming increasingly important for providing transparent and reliable environmental data in the construction sector. Thanks to my experience in the construction products industry and as an independent verifier, I have a thorough understanding of both sides of the system. I look forward to working with the IBU to consistently drive forward the further development of the EPD system, as well as digitalisation and quality assurance.\u201d The IBU would like to thank Florian Pronold for his tremendous dedication and looks forward to working with Dr Martina Bender in her new role. The IBU continues to grow: 13 new members in Q1 2026 The Institute for Construction and the Environment (IBU) continues on its growth trajectory: In the first quarter of 2026, 13 companies and organisations joined the network. They share the common goal of taking environmental responsibility and contributing to more sustainable construction practices through transparent, reliable environmental data. \u201cThe fact that more and more companies are joining the IBU sends a strong signal about the importance of transparency and robust environmental data in the construction sector. 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