Professional calendar
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 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
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
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 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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
Feb 21, 2018
In Person · Fremont
The seminar: Driving Innovation, Efficiency, and Performance in the Built Environment will take place on February 21st, 2018 in Fremont, California, U.S. A lot of work has been…
Feb 21, 2018
In Person · Oakdale
The Workshop: Advanced Indoor Air Quality Management in Schools will take place on February 21st, 2018 in Oakdale, Pennsylvania, U.S. Sharpen your indoor air quality management skills with…
Feb 19, 2018
In Person · New Orleans
The AESP 2018 National Conference & Expo will take place on February 19th – 22nd, 2018 in New Orleans, Louisiana, U.S. Attend the premier energy industry conference that…
Feb 16, 2018
In Person · Albuquerque
The seminar on Six Classes: The Chemical Class Approach Towards Healthier Products and People will take place on February 16th, 2018 in Albuquerque, New Mexico, U.S.
Feb 15, 2018
In Person · Pittsburgh
Maximizing Your Handprint: How to Set “Net Positive” Sustainability Goals will take place on February 15th, 2018 in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, U.S. Today’s sustainability commitments typically focus on calculating…
Feb 15, 2018
Virtual
The webinar: Recycling Solutions Summit will take place on February 15th, 2018 online. Recycling is at a crossroads and it’s time we make progress. Together we can make…
Feb 15, 2018
Virtual
The webinar: Nothing Beats Zero– Updates on the Trends and Projects that are Getting to Zero Energy will take place on February 15th, 2018 online. NBI (New Buildings…
Feb 14, 2018
Virtual
The Webinar: The Mind of the Consumer will take place on February 14th, 2018 online. Join Sustainable Furnishings Council (SFC) for its Sustainability Essentials Webinar. SFC offers this…
Feb 13, 2018
In Person · Ciudad de Mexico
Solar Summit Mexico 2018 will take place on February 13th – 14th in Mexico City, Mexico. Coupled with Latin America’s emergence as the hottest region for solar development…
Feb 9, 2018
In Person · Berkeley
The Green Science Policy Symposium: Flame Retardant Dilemma and Beyond will take place on February 9th, 2018 in Berkeley, California, U.S. This symposium brings together contributors from academia, industry,…
Feb 8, 2018
Virtual
The webinar: Accessibility Regulations for Electric Vehicle Charging Stations in California is an on demand webinar. The Division of the State Architect (DSA) developed accessibility standards for electric…
Feb 1, 2018
In Person
The Safer Insulation Networking & Learning Event will take place on February 1st, 2018 in Berkeley, California, U.S. If you are an architect, designer or green builder in the Bay…
Feb 1, 2018
In Person · San Francisco
The Workshop: Bringing Regenerative Design to Your Practice will take place on February 1st – 2nd, 2018 in Bainbridge Island, Washington, U.S. Are you struggling to make your architecture,…
Jan 30, 2018
In Person · Erie
The Workshop: Indoor Air Quality Basics & Green Cleaning in Schools: Erie will take place on January 23rd, 2018 in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, U.S. A comprehensive, high-performing green cleaning…
Jan 25, 2018
In Person · Pittsburgh
The Workshop: GPRO Operations & Maintenance Essentials will take place on January 25th – 26th, 2018 in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, U.S. The path towards healthy and high performing buildings…
Jan 24, 2018
In Person · Miami
The MiaGreen Expo & Conference 2018 will take place on January 24th – 25th in Miami, Florida, U.S. This 9th edition will focus on “Where ENERGY becomes POWER &…
Jan 23, 2018
In Person · Pittsburgh
The Workshop: Indoor Air Quality Basics & Green Cleaning in Schools: Pittsburgh will take place on January 23rd, 2018 in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, U.S. A comprehensive, high-performing green cleaning…
Jan 23, 2018
In Person · New York
The Workshop: Thriving: Health and the Built Environment will take place on January 23rd, 2018 in New York City, New York, U.S. It seems that everyone is talking…
Jan 18, 2018
Virtual
The Webinar: The State of Sustainability in Home Furnishings will take place on January 18th, 2018 online. Join Sustainable Furnishings Council (SFC) for the first Sustainability Essentials Webinar…
Jan 17, 2018
In Person · Mount Pleasant
The Workshop: Indoor Air Quality Basics & Green Cleaning in Schools: Laurel Highlands will take place on January 17th, 2018 in Mount Pleasant, Pennsylvania, U.S. A comprehensive, high-performing…
Jan 11, 2018
In Person · Pittsburgh
The Workshop: Transparency Is the New Black: Ingredient Disclosure, Red List and Material Health will take place on January 11th, 2018 in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, U.S. Industry expert Andrea Cooper,…
Dec 12, 2017
In Person · San Francisco
The U.S. Energy Storage Summit 2017 will take place on December 12th – 13th in San Francisco, California, U.S. The third annual event will bring together utilities, financiers,…
Nov 27, 2017
In Person · Pasadena
This workshop, Business of ZNE School Retrofits and Community Impact, will take place on November 27th in Pasadena, California, United States. It will focus on the business of…
Nov 27, 2017
In Person · Thessaloniki
The Alternative & Renewable Energy Quest – Symposium will take place on November 27th – 29th in Thessaloniki, Greece. This symposium organized by IEREK seeks to disseminate knowledge…