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
May 2, 2020
In Person
The 2020 Northwest Green Home Tour will take place on May 2nd – 3rd, 2020 in the Seattle area of Washington, U.S. For dozens of site hosts and…
Apr 6, 2020
In Person · Charlotte
The Electrification 2020 International Conference & Exposition will take place on April 6th – 9th, 2020 in Charlotte, North Carolina, U.S. We’re reuniting business, policy, government and academic…
Mar 30, 2020
Hybrid · Manchester
The training course RESNET Hybrid HERS Rater will take place on March 30th – April 24th, 2020 in Manchester, New Hampshire, U.S. The Northeast Home Energy Rating System…
Mar 25, 2020
In Person · Seattle
The Seminar: Breathable Walls & Rainscreens will take place on March 25th, 2020 in Seattle, Washington, U.S.
Mar 24, 2020
In Person · Novi
The NetZeroBuild Summit will take place on March 24th-25th, 2020 in Novi, Michigan, U.S. It will bring together key stakeholders involved in the Midwest’s value chain for net-zero construction…
Mar 23, 2020
In Person · Atlanta
The 2020 Hot Water Forum will take place on March 23rd – 25th, 2020 in Atlanta, Georgia, U.S. Explore the smartest, most cost-effective ways to improve the efficiency…
Mar 23, 2020
In Person · Boston
BuildingEnergy Boston Conference + Trade Show will take place on March 23rd – 24th, 2020 in Boston, Massachusetts, U.S. An event designed by and for practitioners in the…
Mar 23, 2020
In Person
The fifth International Mass Timber Conference will take place on March 24th – 26th, 2020 in Portland, Oregon, U.S. The Conference attracts professionals from across the forest, manufacturing,…
Mar 20, 2020
In Person · Portland
Facades+ Portland will take place on March 20th, 2020 in Portland, Oregon, U.S. The program includes three sessions covering issues unique to the region, including innovative building skins,…
Mar 13, 2020
In Person · Dania Beach
Facades+ South Florida will take place on March 13th, 2020 in Dania Beach, Florida, U.S. The program includes three sessions covering issues unique to the region, including innovative…
Mar 12, 2020
In Person · Seattle
The 11th Annual Passive House Northwest Conference will take place on March 12th – 14th, 2020 in Seattle, Washington, U.S. Passive House Northwest is ready for this challenge…
Mar 6, 2020
In Person · Amherst
The tour of R.W. Kern Center will take place on March 6th, 2020 in Amherst, Massachusetts, U.S. Come explore the R.W. Kern Center, one of just 23 certified…
Mar 3, 2020
In Person
Futurebuild 2020 will take place on March 3rd – 5th, 2020 in London, United Kingdom. This year’s Futurebuild theme is Responding to the Emergency and brings together 27,000 industry…
Feb 28, 2020
In Person · New York
The Seminar on GPRO Fundamentals of Building Green (FUND) will take place on February 28th, 2020 in New York, New York, U.S. In this seminar, you will learn…
Feb 26, 2020
In Person · Seattle
The Seminar: Biomimicry & Biophilia will take place on February 26th, 2020 in Seattle, Washington, U.S.
Feb 25, 2020
In Person · Chicago
The 2020 Rural Energy Conference will take place on February 25th, 2020 in Chicago, Illinois, U.S. ACEEE is pleased to announce the second Rural Energy Conference. This dynamic…
Feb 20, 2020
In Person · Washington
Facades+ Washington DC will take place on February 20th, 2020 in Washington D.C., U.S. The program includes three sessions covering issues unique to the region, including innovative building…
Feb 19, 2020
In Person · San Francisco
The session Low Carbon Construction – Architects & Structural Engineers Role in Getting to Net Zero will take place on February 19th, 2020 in San Francisco, California, U.S.…
Feb 17, 2020
In Person · Austin
The 2020 WRISE Leadership Forum will take place on February 17th – 20th, 2020 in Austin, Texas, U.S. The WRISE Leadership Forum is a unique experience, combining professional…
Feb 17, 2020
In Person · Anaheim
The AESP 30th Annual Conference & Expo will take place on February 17th – 20th, 2020 in Anaheim, California, U.S. EXPERIENCE. INSPIRE . CONNECT The premier energy industry…
Feb 11, 2020
In Person · Miami
The Energy Expo will take place on February 11th – 13th, 2020 in Miami, Florida, U.S. The Expo will focus on equipment, technologies, products and know-how for the…
Feb 11, 2020
In Person · Hyderabad
Energise 2020: Energy Innovation for a Sustainable Economy will take place on February 11th – 13th, 2020 in Hyderabad, India. To spotlight and drive the broader narrative by…
Feb 10, 2020
In Person · San Francisco
The Mastering Green Roofs presentation will take place on February 10th, 2020 in San Francisco, California, U.S. Green roofs are a great tool for cities to improve their…
Feb 7, 2020
In Person · Los Angeles
The third annual 2°C Symposium on Climate Change will take place on February 7, 2020 in Los Angeles, California, U.S. The Symposium will look through the lens of Los…