Speakers
Alex Krickx
Alex Krickx is an enthusiastic sustainability consultant dedicated to uncovering the potential in each project. He seeks to find the links across disciplines for solutions that provide a range of benefits to the end users and stakeholders. As the sustainability industry shifts its focus from reducing harm to actively creating positive impacts, Alex is eager to explore and implement these principles in every project he undertakes.
Alex joined Introba in 2012 in North America and is now based out of the Sydney, Australia office. He loves the ability to collaborate with peers across the world on a range of different projects. From retrofitting small office buildings to becoming net zero energy in operations to assessing hyperscale data centres seeking to reduce their embodied carbon emissions to supporting businesses implementing sustainability standards, Alex loves an opportunity to shift outcomes towards sustainability.
David Barker
David leads Introba’s Australian National Sustainability Team and is known for his pragmatic approach to sustainability, providing evidence-based advice that focuses on people, place, and performance. He returned to Australia in 2019 after spending several years working in London and has led global projects. David brings a wealth of knowledge in cutting-edge analytical tools, sustainable design technologies, and global benchmarks and exemplars.
A particular strength in people-led design comes from years of experience working with high-profile tech sector clients alongside international design firms. His approach to design revolves around early engagement, technical rigor, and compelling storytelling, allowing collaborators and stakeholders to engage with his work. David has served on industry panels, including the Green Building Council of Australia (GBCA) Expert Reference Panel for GHG Emissions, the WELL Building Standard’s global Advisory Group for the Light and Thermal Comfort Concepts, and the PCA Sustainable Development Committee.