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.

Dec 9, 2026

Virtual

Building Taller: Reaching Six Stories with Light-Frame Wood

This technical webinar explores the design and engineering strategies needed to reach six stories using light-frame wood construction. Drawing on practical project case studies, the session analyzes structural solutions, building code considerations, and fire resistance provisions required to deliver taller wood assemblies.…

Dec 10, 2026

In Person · Portland

Mass Timber Seasonal Shindig

WoodWorks joins with the Oregon Mass Timber Coalition to host an evening gathering for regional practitioners in Portland. The seasonal event convenes newcomers and seasoned professionals across the wood building sector to review regional progress, share project experiences, and discuss ideas for…

Jan 13, 2027

In Person

2027 Energy Efficiency Policy Forum

Organized by the American Council for an Energy-Efficient Economy, the 2027 Energy Efficiency Policy Forum convenes leaders from government, utilities, industry, and advocacy groups. The forum focuses on emerging opportunities and regulatory hurdles facing energy efficiency policy as the 120th Congress convenes…

Jan 23, 2027

In Person · Chicago

2027 ASHRAE Winter Conference

The 2027 ASHRAE Winter Conference brings building industry practitioners together in Chicago for technical sessions, ASHRAE Learning Institute courses, and standing committee meetings. Attendees gain access to emerging engineering trends, specialized building tours, and structured networking functions alongside the co-sponsored AHR Expo.…

Mar 3, 2027

In Person · Dallas

2027 ASHRAE Data Center and AI Integration Conference

The 2027 ASHRAE Data Center and AI Integration Conference convenes professionals across data center engineering and IT infrastructure to examine facility design, operations, and optimization amid artificial intelligence deployment. Rising AI workloads place intense pressure on power distribution, cooling efficiency, and sustainability.…

Mar 16, 2027

In Person · Portland

International Mass Timber Conference

The International Mass Timber Conference and Expo expands to a four-day program focused on advancing engineered wood construction. Highlights include a dedicated Exhibit Hall Tech Hub displaying industry tools, software, and manufacturing innovations, alongside staggered educational sessions designed to create dedicated networking…

Apr 7, 2027

In Person · Doha

Fourth International Conference on Energy and Indoor Environment for Hot Climates

This international conference addresses the challenge of delivering healthy, energy-efficient, and sustainable indoor environments in hot ambient climate regions. As rising global temperatures drive up cooling demand, technical sessions examine indoor air quality, indoor environmental quality, high-performance HVAC systems, and low-carbon building…

Apr 12, 2027

In Person · Baltimore

2027 Women in ASHRAE Leadership Symposium

The 2027 Women in ASHRAE Leadership Symposium brings together HVACR and built environment professionals to advance inclusive practices and build leadership skills. Centered around the theme of retrofitting for resilience, the two-day gathering features keynote presentations, interactive workshops, and technical sessions covering…

Apr 27, 2027

In Person · Portland

Living Future ’27

Living Future 27 is a four-day conference dedicated to transformative and restorative design in the built environment. Organized by the International Living Future Institute, the event acts as an incubator for progressive building practices and solutions addressing climate change, materials health, and…

Jun 12, 2027

In Person · New Orleans

2027 ASHRAE Annual Conference

The 2027 ASHRAE Annual Conference brings together professionals across the HVAC and refrigeration sector to examine building science innovations and operational practices. Held in New Orleans, the gathering features technical committee meetings, professional networking functions, plenary addresses, and an expansive technical program…

Sep 24, 2027

In Person · Peachtree Corners

Global TechCon

ASHRAE Global TechCon is a society-level technical conference created to deliver regionally focused education and foster international collaboration across the HVAC and refrigeration industry. Designed around four technical tracks spanning over 40 sessions, the event integrates peer-reviewed papers, invited speaker presentations, keynote…

Sep 24, 2027

In Person · Ottawa

2027 ASHRAE Global TechCon

ASHRAE launches its inaugural Global TechCon North America to examine the practical implementation of artificial intelligence throughout the built environment lifecycle. Technical sessions cover field validation, building automation system integration, data quality, digital twins, cybersecurity, and predictive operations. Across six specialized tracks,…

Past briefings

Jan 25, 2018

In Person · Pittsburgh

GPRO Operations & Maintenance Essentials

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

MiaGreen Expo & Conference 2018

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 · New York

Thriving: Health and the Built Environment

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

Webinar: The State of Sustainability in Home Furnishings

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 11, 2018

In Person · Pittsburgh

Workshop: Transparency Is the New Black

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

U.S. Energy Storage Summit 2017

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 · Thessaloniki

Alternative & Renewable Energy Quest – Symposium

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…

Nov 15, 2017

In Person · Wexford

World nZEB Forum 2017

The World nZEB Forum 2017 will take place on November 15th – 16th in Wexford, Ireland. nZEB will be mandated across the EU commencing end of 2018 so it’s…

Nov 7, 2017

In Person · Austin

U.S. Power & Renewables Summit 2017

The U.S. Power & Renewables Summit 2017 will take place on November 7th – 8th in Austin, Texas, U.S. As the industry evolves, the intersection of advanced energy-driven technologies…

Nov 6, 2017

In Person · Boston

Greenbuild 2017

The 2017 Greenbuild Conference and Expo will take place on November 6th – 11th in Boston, Massachusetts, U.S. The theme “All In” encompasses the breadth of the sustainability…

Nov 2, 2017

In Person · Mumbai

Greenbuild India

Greenbuild India will take place on November 2nd – 5th in Mumbai, India. The Greenbuild Conference & Expo, presented by the U.S. Green Building Council (USGBC), is the…

Oct 25, 2017

In Person · San Francisco

Zero Net Energy Buildings and Beyond

The Symposium on Zero Net Energy Buildings and Beyond: Balancing Building and Grid Objectives will take place on October 25th in San Francisco, California, United States. The Center…

Oct 17, 2017

In Person · Shanghai

Greenbuild China

Greenbuild China will take place on October 17th – 18th in Shanghai, China. The Greenbuild International Conference, presented by the U.S. Green Building Council (USGBC), is the green…

Oct 16, 2017

In Person · Atlanta

Transform 2017 SEEA & AESP Southeast Conference

The Transform 2017 SEEA & AESP Southeast Conference will take place on October 16th – 18th in Atlanta, Georgia, U.S. With the recent emergence of beneficial electrification, the opportunities…

Oct 15, 2017

In Person · Sacramento

2017 Behavior, Energy and Climate Change Conference

The 2017 Behavior, Energy and Climate Change Conference will take place on October 15th – 18th in Sacramento, California, U.S. BECC is the premier event focused on understanding individual and…

Oct 12, 2017

In Person · New York City

BuildingEnergy NYC

The BuildingEnergy NYC Conference + Trade Show will take place on October 12th in New York City, New York, U.S. It is NYC’s fastest-growing event for professionals and…