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.
Apr 7, 2027
In Person · Doha
The Fourth International Conference on Energy and Indoor Environment for Hot Climates convenes specialists to address the dual imperatives of indoor air quality and low-carbon cooling in hot ambient zones. Participants will explore practical solutions that maintain occupant health and comfort while…
Apr 12, 2027
In Person · Baltimore
Organized by ASHRAE, the Women in ASHRAE Leadership Symposium gathers professionals across the HVACR sector to advance inclusive practices, build leadership capabilities, and turn concepts into practical action. Centered on shaping the future of the built environment through inclusion, leadership, and purposeful…
Jun 12, 2027
In Person · New Orleans
The 2027 ASHRAE Annual Conference brings together HVAC&R and building science professionals to explore industry research, technical practices, and system solutions. Hosted by ASHRAE, the multiday gathering convenes a broad international cross-section of practitioners to deepen expertise and grow professional networks. The…
Aug 3, 2028
In Person · Pacific Grove
Organized by the American Council for an Energy-Efficient Economy, the 2028 Summer Study on Energy Efficiency in Buildings convenes professionals to explore research, technical strategies, and policies aimed at reducing energy bills, waste, and climate pollution. Drawing on ACEEE’s broad focus areas—including…
Past briefings
Jun 6, 2016
Virtual
The webinar on Understanding the Living Building Challenge will take place on June 6th online at 3:00 pm PST. Understanding the Living Building Challenge online workshop provides an in-depth introduction to…
Jun 6, 2016
In Person · Belgrade
RENEXPO Water Management – Western Balkans 2016 will take place on June 6th-9th in Belgrade, Serbia. Conference topics include: disaster risk management; flood prevention Western Balkans; groundwater; drinking water; wells and…
Jun 6, 2016
In Person · Milwaukee
Building Lasting Change 2016 will take place on June 6th-8th in Toronto, Ontario, Canada. Pre-Conference events include: Materials and Health Summit; Green Building Tours; Legacy Event; Canadian Green Building…
May 30, 2016
In Person · Tampere
The CIB World Building Congress 2016, Intelligent Built Environment for Life, will take place on May 30th-June 3rd in Tampere, Finland. The International Council for Research and Innovation in…
May 25, 2016
Virtual
The webinar on Water Health and Independence in Affordable Housing will take place on May 25th online at 9:00 am PST. What does a successful Net Positive Water strategy look like in multi-family…
May 24, 2016
In Person · Shanghai
SNEC 2016 International Solar Energy and Green Building Conference and Exhibition will take place on May 24th-25th in Shanghai, China. SNEC will continue to dedicate this high-end platform to…
May 23, 2016
In Person · East Melbourne
The 18th Annual Frame Australia 2016 Conference & Exhibition will take place on May 23rd in Melbourne, Australia. It is a conference and exhibition on timber building design and construction,…
May 22, 2016
In Person · Aalborg
The 12th REHVA World Congress CLIMA 2016 will take place on May 22nd-25th in Aalborg, Denmark. It will focus on building and Heating, Ventilating and Air-Conditioning (HVAC) system performance in…
May 22, 2016
In Person · Newport
The 2016 ACEEE Energy Efficiency Finance Forum will take place on May 22nd-24th in Newport, Rhode Island, United States. This must-attend conference focuses on the state of financing in the energy…
May 18, 2016
Virtual
The webinar on ZNE Policies within and Across Borders will take place on May 18th online at 10:00 AM PST.
May 18, 2016
In Person · Raleigh
EDRA47Raleigh – Innovation: Shifting Ground will take place on May 18th-21st in Raleigh, North Carolina, United States. There is a transition underway in the design industries, boosted by economic…
May 18, 2016
In Person · Philadelphia
The AIA Convention 2016 will take place on May 19th-21st in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, United States. Learn from industry experts Earn a year’s worth of continuing education credits with…
May 15, 2016
In Person · Arlington
The 11th Annual International Concrete Sustainability Conference will take place on May 15th-18th in Washington DC, United States. The provides learning opportunities on the latest advances, knowledge, research, tools and solutions…
May 14, 2016
In Person · San Luis Obispo
The 2016 ASIC California Conference will take place on May 15th-16th in San Luis Obispo, United States. Further details TBD.
May 10, 2016
In Person · Seattle
Living Future 2016: Truth + Transparency will take place on May 11th-13th in Seattle, Washington, United States. Transparency is a pathway to authenticity. Design must be more than beautiful or functional; it…
May 10, 2016
In Person · Paradise Valley
Solar Summit 2016 will take place on May 10th-12th in Scottsdale, Arizona, United States. Now in its ninth year, Solar Summit is GTM’s flagship annual solar conference that attracts…
May 3, 2016
In Person · El Sherouk
The International Conference on Sustainable Mega Projects will take place on May 3rd-5th at the British University in Egypt in El Sherouk City, Egypt. The conference aims to present and discuss the…
May 3, 2016
In Person · Austin
The High-Performance Buildings & Workplaces Facilities Management Conference will take place on May 2nd-4th in Austin, Texas, United States. It will provide in-depth educational sessions curated to help you create the…
Apr 26, 2016
In Person · Coeur d'Alene
Efficiency Exchange 2016 will take place on April 26th-28th in Coeur d’Alene, Idaho, United States. It is is the premier networking and learning conference for energy efficiency professionals from across the Pacific Northwest.…
Apr 22, 2016
In Person · Darmstadt
The 20th International Passive House Conference will take place on April 22nd-23rd in Darmstadt, Germany. The Passive House is now 25 years old. To celebrate this, the International Passive House…
Apr 21, 2016
In Person · Sacramento
Green California, Greening the Golden State, Ten Years and Growing, will take place on April 21st-22nd in Sacramento, California, United States. Ambitious and aggressive policies, as well as innovative…
Apr 20, 2016
In Person · West Harrison
The 2016 ASIC Northeast Regional Conference will take place on April 20th-22nd in Westchester, New York, United States. Further details TBD.
Apr 20, 2016
Virtual
The webinar on Beyond the Building will take place on April 20th online at 10:00 AM PST.
Apr 20, 2016
In Person · Sacramento
The 10th Annual Green California Summit and Exposition 2016 will take place on April 21st-22nd in Sacramento, California, United States. The last decade has brought changes and challenges to sustainability efforts…