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.
Dec 9, 2026
Virtual
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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 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
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
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
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
May 20, 2015
In Person · Stuttgart
The International Trade Fair and Conference for Energy Efficient Buildings and Decentralised Power Generation will take place on May 20th – 22nd in Stuttgart, Germany. The event is…
May 19, 2015
Virtual
The Introduction to the Materials Petal webinar will take place on May 19th at 12:00 – 1:00 p.m. P.S.T. The Living Building Challenge Materials Petal is intended to induce…
May 19, 2015
Virtual
The Living Building Challenge in Affordable Housing: Findings from the Field webinar will take place on May 19th at 9:00 – 10:00 a.m. P.S.T. Affordable housing projects are…
May 14, 2015
In Person · Atlanta
The AIA Convention 2015 will take place on May 14th – 15th in Atlanta, Georgia, United States. The 2015 AIA COTE Top Ten Green Project Award recipients will be…
May 13, 2015
In Person · New Haven
The Living Building Challenge Connecticut Presents: Using Passive House to Get to Net Zero Energy seminar will take place on May 13th in New Haven, Connecticut, United States.…
May 13, 2015
In Person · Atlanta
The Understanding the Living Building Challenge Materials Petal Workshop will take place on May 13th in Atlanta, Georgia, United States. The Living Building Challenge Materials Petal is intended to…
May 12, 2015
Virtual
The Passive House: Building a “Renewable Ready” California webinar will take place on May 12th at 1:00 – 2:00 p.m. PST. This free webinar will discuss the cost‐optimized, high‐performance…
May 11, 2015
In Person · Miami
The 2015 International Concrete Sustainability Conference will take place on May 11th – 13th in Miami, Florida, United States. The Conference serves as a platform for North America…
May 8, 2015
In Person · Vancouver
The Understanding the Living Community Challenge workshop will take place on May 8th in Vancouver, BC, Canada. It will provide an in-depth introduction to the Living Community Challenge –…
May 7, 2015
In Person · Sacramento
The Sacramento Collaborative Launch will take place on May 7th in Sacramento, California, United States. The Living Building Challenge is going to Sacramento! Join local sustainability leaders for a…
May 7, 2015
Virtual
The Energy Management in Multifamily Buildings Webinar will take place on May 7th at 2:00 – 3:00 p.m. PST. This free webinar will discuss the current state of energy…
Apr 28, 2015
Virtual
The Solar Thermal Net-Zero Energy Equipment Webinar will take place on April 29th at 1:00 – 2:00 p.m. PST. In this free webinar, solar thermal Net-Zero Energy equipment will be…
Apr 27, 2015
In Person · Shanghai
The SNEC 9th International Photovoltaic Power Generation Conference & Exhibition (PV Power Expo) will take place on April 28th – 30th in Shanghai, China. There will be various workshops on…
Apr 25, 2015
In Person · Minneapolis
The 2015 ASIC National Conference will take place on April 25th – 27th in Minneapolis, Minnesota, United States, and is organized by the American Society of Irrigation Consultants.…
Apr 22, 2015
In Person · Belgrade
RENEXPO Western Balkans will take place on April 22nd – 23rd in Belgrade, Serbia. It will focus on renewable energy and is the largest energy platform for the…
Apr 21, 2015
In Person · Portland
The Efficiency Exchange 2015 will take place on April 21st – 23rd in Portland, Oregon. Organizers BPA (Bonneville Power Administration) and NEEA (Northwest Energy Efficiency Alliance) are bringing together public…
Apr 14, 2015
In Person · Litchfield Park
Greentech Media’s 8th Annual Solar Summit 2015 will take place on April 14th – 16th in Phoenix, Arizona. The Solar Summit focuses on what the solar industry needs…
Apr 7, 2015
In Person · Sacramento
Now in its ninth year, the Green California Summit will take place on April 7th = 8th in Sacramento, California. It is an annual opportunity for stakeholders from the…
Apr 6, 2015
In Person · Sacramento
The Zero Net Energy Workshop and Building Tour will take place on April 6th, 2015 in Sacramento, California. California has set ambitious goals for buildings to achieve Zero Net Energy…
Apr 1, 2015
In Person · Seattle
The Living Future 2015 unConference will take place on April 1st – 3rd, 2015 in Seattle,Washington. Living Future is the forum for leading minds in the green building movement seeking solutions…
Mar 24, 2015
In Person · San Francisco
The 12th Annual Water Conservation Showcase will take place on March 24th in San Francisco, California. The Showcase brings together experts, innovative products and services, and the sustainable development community to…
Mar 3, 2015
In Person · Boston
The 2015 Net-Zero North American Leadership Summit will take place on March 3rd – 5th, 2015 in Boston, Massachusetts. The Summit is conjoined with the North East Sustainable…
Feb 25, 2015
In Person · Wels
World Sustainable Energy Days will take place on February 25th – 27th in Wels, Austria. It is a global meeting place for the sustainable building community and brings…
Feb 4, 2015
In Person · South Burlington
Better Buildings By Design 15: Trends in Cold Climate Construction will take place on February 4th – 5th in South Burlington, Vermont. Hosted by Efficiency Vermont, the design…