Expo Milan 2015 Dott. Filippo Ciantia International Projects Manager Centre for Sustainable Development November 7th 2009
What is an Expo? Identikit Expo is a universal non commercial event International bidding process BIE Bureau International des Expositions 156 Countries Exibition Space for Countries, International Organizations and Firms
Why an Expo? Expo is a global event of high educational content targeted to the general public It aims to be a true multilateral platform to discuss a theme of interest for modern society It shows progress achieved and future perspectives
EXPO S MAIN GOAL IS TO PROMOTE THE DEVELOPMENT AND WELFARE OF HUMAN KIND
to Expo Milan 2015 Seville1992 The Age of Discovery Aichi 2005 Nature s Windsom Milan 2015 Feeding the Planet Energy for Life 1992 2000 2005 2010 2015 Hannover 2000 Humankind, Nature, Technology Shanghai 2010 Better City. Better Life.
1906 2015 EXPO IS BACK IN ITALY BACK IN MILAN FROM MILAN 1 May TO 31 October 2015 WITH THE THEME:
(1. Fonte: Thomas Friedman )
(1. Fonte: Thomas Friedman )
The theme of Expo 2015
The conceptual Masterplan of Expo site The vision of the main features of the Expo site The Conceptual Master Plan embodies the power of the theme Feeding the Planet, Energy for Life, with important cultural value and fundamental significance for humanity Expo 2015 will be based on the principles of innovation, participation and will have close ties with the city and the region The site will be marked by green areas, water and architecture inspired by the principles of environmental sustainability
The conceptual Masterplan of Expo site Boeri Burdett Busquets Herzog Mc Donough
Expo 2015 in numbers 1 May 2015-31 October 2015 Direct Investements 15 Billion Economical benefit for the area of Milan 44 Billion 70.000 new job opportunities 7.000 events and 21 million visitors over the 6 months
Expo 2015 and the world Dialogue Expo 2015 will be the world arena for discussion on food, agriculture, sustainability and innovation Synergies To strengthen knowledge exchange Expo 2015 will involve both private and public sector at the local, national and international level Best practices Expo 2015 will showcase international Best Practices International Cooperation Projects Expo 2015 will support international cooperation projects
International projects Analysis and valorisation of the bid's heritage (485 initiatives) Decided, agreed and approved by Expo 2015 the selection criteria for the International Projects Identification of 72 international co-operation projects shared with the partners for feasibility verification with the partners Building and consolidating partnerships Building and consolidating partnerships at all levels Evaluation of the 72 international projects identified and setting up of new programmes and projects A specific Coordination board already set up and operative Three levels of international projects defined Projects sponsored with the Expo logo Projects with partners who can attract resources to the company Big projects, high impact innovative best practices related to the theme which will qualify the Expo site Starting from the projects, plan and build the legacy of Expo Milano 2015 The Centre for Sustainable Development
THE 72 PROJECTS The list of the 72 international cooperation projects contains initiatives relative to the theme of the Milan Expo that have been proposed: by the Municipality of Milan (Decentralized Cooperation Office); during international and institutional missions and meetings; by universities, NGOs, research institutes; by the Scientific Committee; directly by foreign governments. 1 6 12 3 33 5 12
A new approach for a World Exposition
Why being a partner of Expo Milan 2015? To be part of an comprehensive world platform Only if we work together we can imagine, develop and implement effective solutions for facing world food issues and sharing best practices To innovate the world food production approach Holistic approach: firms, IGO s and NGO s working together Research on improving the quality of food New food production and distribution chain
Why being a partner of Expo Milan 2015? To help building a revolutionary Expo site Zero emission site Cutting edge technologies A Planetary Botanical Garden Climate controlled greenhouses To be part of the legacy The Centre for Sustainable Development
Why being a partner of Expo Milan 2015? Expo Milan 2015 is a journey The journey has already started 6 years of international projects implementation on food, health, energy and sustainable development Long lasting partnerships
See you in Expo Shanghai 2010! Expo 2015 presence in Shanghai 2010 Creation of an exhibition space in the Italian pavilion Staging of 5 big events: Andrea Bocelli s concert directed by Ennio Morricone Gala performance by Roberto Bolle (UNICEF Goodwill Ambassador) Filarmonica della Scala concert Caravaggio exhibition Fashion show Organizations of Thematic Forums
Emotions Being part of an historical event Networking opportunities Innovative techology experiences Why being a partner of Expo Milan 2015? Meeting opinion leaders It s a gathering of the world population