Professional calendar

Events worth showing up for.

Conferences, training, competitions, tours, and conversations selected for people shaping the built environment.

Upcoming

All announced upcoming events, nearest first. Future years are included to help you plan ahead.

Oct 20, 2026

In Person · Chicago

WoodWorks Connect | Chicago

WoodWorks Connect brings architects, structural engineers, and construction professionals together with leading wood product manufacturers and suppliers on the rooftop deck of Fulton Social. The networking session is designed to showcase modern products, building components, and services that support timber construction. Attendees…

Oct 22, 2026

In Person · West Des Moines

Tour of Junction and Goldfinch Lofts in Des Moines, IA

This regional in-person tour hosted by WoodWorks explores two pioneering multi-family mass timber developments in the Des Moines area: Junction Lofts and Goldfinch Lofts. Junction Lofts represents Iowa’s first residential mass timber building, while Goldfinch Lofts combines mass timber and light-frame hybrid…

Oct 26, 2026

Virtual

Heat Pump Water Heater Week 2026

Organized by the New Buildings Institute and its Advanced Water Heating Initiative, this multi-day online event examines the deployment, technology, and economics of heat pump water heaters. Sessions explore both residential and commercial applications, covering packaged and split heat pump water heater…

Nov 10, 2026

Virtual

Mass Timber Moisture Control: Lessons from the Jobsite

Mass timber structures demand rigorous on-site moisture management to safeguard structural integrity, dimensional stability, finish aesthetics, and building durability. In this technical webinar hosted by WoodWorks, experienced contractors Chad Hamilton of XL Construction and Matthew Tonello of Consigli examine practical field strategies…

Nov 12, 2026

In Person · South San Francisco

Mass Timber Building Tour: South San Francisco Wellness Center

This educational tour explores the all-mass timber South San Francisco Wellness Center, highlighting mass timber design strategies in a modern healthcare environment. The facility combines glulam columns and beams with cross-laminated timber floor plates to house medical offices and a community wellness…

Nov 13, 2026

International Passive House Open Days

Organized in collaboration with the International Passive House Association and the Passive House Institute, the International Passive House Open Days event offers participants direct exposure to high-performance building practices. The program provides an established global framework to observe, understand, and evaluate certified…

Nov 17, 2026

In Person · Kuwait University City

Ninth International Conference on Energy Research and Development (ICERD

The Ninth International Conference on Energy Research and Development (ICERD-9) convenes researchers, engineers, and industry leaders to optimize energy resource utilization across major consuming sectors in arid environments. Held under the patronage of the Crown Prince of Kuwait and aligned with Kuwait…

Nov 17, 2026

In Person · London

UK Passivhaus Conference 2026

The UK Passivhaus Conference returns to convene practitioners, designers, policymakers, and industry leaders dedicated to low-energy design and high-performance building standards. Held over two packed days, the gathering highlights cutting-edge insights, trailblazing projects, and current best practices shaping energy-efficient architecture. Attendees will…

Jan 13, 2027

2027 Energy Efficiency Policy Forum

Organized by the American Council for an Energy-Efficient Economy, the 2027 Energy Efficiency Policy Forum convenes professionals to explore critical policy frameworks and market strategies across the built environment. ACEEE focuses on reducing utility bills, eliminating energy waste, and mitigating climate pollution…

Jan 23, 2027

In Person · Chicago

2027 ASHRAE Winter Conference

The 2027 ASHRAE Winter Conference gathers the global building sciences and HVAC&R community for an extensive program of technical sessions, committee meetings, networking events, and tours. Organized alongside the co-sponsored AHR Expo, the gathering offers dedicated professional development through ASHRAE Learning Institute…

Mar 3, 2027

In Person · Dallas

2027 ASHRAE Data Center and AI Integration Conference

The inaugural ASHRAE Data Center and AI Integration Conference provides a dedicated platform addressing how artificial intelligence workloads impact facility design, cooling, and operational resilience. Rising compute demands require new strategies for extreme power density and cooling efficiency while meeting sustainability standards.…

Mar 16, 2027

In Person · Portland

International Mass Timber Conference

The International Mass Timber Conference and Expo brings together building professionals to advance cross laminated timber and heavy timber construction. The expanded four-day program features an extensive exhibit floor with a dedicated Tech Hub showcasing specialized tools, software, and industry innovations. Attendees…

Past briefings

Sep 3, 2026

Virtual

Leveraging AI for Resilient Design

This educational AIAU webinar investigates how architects can leverage emerging artificial intelligence technologies to evaluate risk, test scenarios, and inform resilient design strategies from early project concepts through development. Attendees will examine the practical usability and integration of AI-driven digital twins and…

May 2, 2022

Virtual

Living Future 2022 unConference

The Living Future 2022 unConference: Restoration + Justice unites a community of deep-green thought leaders, practitioners, and healthy materials providers focused on the built environment. Join us online…

Apr 12, 2022

In Person · Portland

International Mass Timber Conference

The International Mass Timber Conference is the largest gathering of mass timber experts in the world, focusing on the entire industry supply chain. Explore cross-laminated timber (CLT), nail-laminated timber,…

Mar 23, 2022

In Person · San Francisco

Facades+ San Francisco

In its 10th year, Facades+ continues to bring together the world’s most talented building professionals. We return to San Francisco for the first time since 2019 to discuss…

Mar 21, 2022

In Person · Atlanta

ACEEE’s 14th Hot Water Forum

As climate efforts intensify, the 14th Hot Water Forum will offer a singular look at how water systems can not only save money but also reduce harmful pathogens…

Mar 10, 2022

In Person · Hartford

Construction Institute 2022 Visionaries Forum

The Construction Institute is excited to announce the panelists for the 2022 Visionaries Forum!  Innovation is changing at lightning speed in the AEC industry. We need to embrace…

Feb 3, 2022

In Person · Blanchardstown

The Smart & Green Building

The Smart & Green Building Expo is being held on 15th April 2021 in the Sport Ireland Campus, Blanchardstown. The purpose Smart & Green Building Expo has a…

Feb 2, 2022

In Person · Stanford

Industrialized Construction Forum 2022

What is the Industrialized Construction Forum? Founded in 2014, the mission of the IC Forum is to be the premier hub for industry knowledge exchange among the growing community…

Jan 29, 2022

Hybrid · Las Vegas

2022 ASHRAE Winter Conference

The 2022 ASHRAE Winter Conference will be a hybrid experience, offering both in-person and virtual options for participation for attendees. The conference will feature over 80 technical sessions…

Dec 6, 2020

In Person · Washington

2020 Behavior, Energy, and Climate Change

The 2020 Behavior, Energy, and Climate Change (BECC)will take place on December 6th – 9th, 2020 in Washington D.C., U.S.  BECC is the premier international conference focused on…

Sep 24, 2020

In Person · New York

BuildingEnergy NYC

BuildingEnergy NYC will take place on September 24th, 2020 in New York, New York, U.S.  Now in its ninth year, BuildingEnergy NYC is a conference designed by and…

Aug 16, 2020

Hybrid · Pacific Grove

2020 Summer Study on Energy Efficiency in Buildings

The 2020 Summer Study on Energy Efficiency in Buildings will take place on August 16th – 21st, 2020 in Pacific Grove, California, U.S.  This year’s theme is “Efficiency: The…

Jul 22, 2020

In Person · New York

Seminar: GPRO Fundamentals of Building Green

The Seminar on GPRO Fundamentals of Building Green (FUND) will take place on July 22nd, 2020 in New York, New York, U.S.  In this seminar, you will learn…

Jun 24, 2020

In Person · Seattle

Seminar: Net Zero

The Seminar: Net Zero will take place on June 24th, 2020 in Seattle, Washington, U.S.

Jun 5, 2020

In Person · Zurich

Earth2020 

Earth2020, the Congress on Earth and Environmental Sciences will take place on June 5th – 6th, 2020 in Zurich, Switzerland.  The conference aims to provide a platform where…

Jun 2, 2020

In Person · White Plains

2020 Energy Efficiency Finance Forum

The 2020 Energy Efficiency Finance Forum will take place on June 2nd – 3rd, 2020 in White Plains, New York, U.S.  Want to know how financing can drive…

May 4, 2020

Hybrid · Manchester

Training: RESNET Hybrid HERS Rater

The training course RESNET Hybrid HERS Rater will take place on May 4th – 8th, 2020 in Manchester, New Hampshire, U.S.  The Northeast Home Energy Rating System Alliance…