GAB Report event briefing

The Seventh ASHRAE International Conference on Efficient Building Design

  • DateOct 8, 2026
  • FormatHybrid
  • LocationBeirut

About the event

This hybrid technical conference convenes professionals to advance sustainable, resilient built environments at building and city scales. Participants explore smart and artificial intelligence solutions designed to improve heating, ventilation, and cooling performance in warming climates while supporting carbon reduction goals. The technical program features four international keynote speakers, peer reviewed research presentations, and a dedicated panel on urban energy planning. Offerings address envelope innovations, indoor environmental quality, and outdoor thermal comfort, complemented by optional professional training courses.

What you’ll learn

  • Identify smart and AI-driven solutions to improve heating, cooling, and ventilation effectiveness.
  • Evaluate design interventions that build climate resilience across individual buildings and urban communities.
  • Assess innovative building envelope materials for passive and active energy performance.
  • Apply models, metrics, and standards to analyze building performance, thermal comfort, and indoor air quality.

Attendance notes

In-person registration is open until October 1, 2026, with onsite registration available. Online registration closes October 5, 2026. Separate registration and fees apply for optional ASHRAE Global Training Center courses.


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