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 brings together professionals dedicated to advancing engineered wood construction. The multi-day gathering features an expanded four-day schedule designed to maximize industry connections and practical learning. Attendees can explore an Exhibit Hall featuring a dedicated Tech…
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
Jul 14, 2014
In Person · Taipei
The 2014 Conference on Indoor Environmental Quality and Health in Taiwan, Mainland China, Hong Kong and East Asia will take place on July 14 – 15 in Taipei,…
Jul 6, 2014
In Person · Hong Kong
Indoor Air 2014 is the 13th International Conference on Indoor Air Quality and Climate, taking place on July 7 – 12 in Hong Kong and organized by the…
Jun 28, 2014
In Person · Versailles
The third edition of Solar Decathlon Europe (SDE) will take place on June 28 – July 14 in Versailles, France. There will be twenty competing teams mostly from…
Jun 26, 2014
In Person · Chicago
The 2014 AIA COTE Top Ten Green Project Awards will be announced at this year’s AIA Convention in Chicago, Illinois. The COTE Top Ten Green Projects program seeks…
Jun 25, 2014
In Person · Cardiff
Following the success of earlier events in the series, SEB-14, the Fifth International Conference on Sustainability in Energy and Buildings will take place on June 25 – 27 in…
Jun 18, 2014
In Person · South San Francisco
GreenerBuilder 2014 will be held on Wednesday, June 18 in South San Francisco, California and set the stage for a high-profile discussion at the intersection of green building…
Jun 17, 2014
In Person · Pretoria
The Green Building Conference & Exhibition will take place on June 17 – 18 in Pretoria, South Africa as one of the many events during Sustainability Week. The…
Jun 15, 2014
In Person · National Harbor
The Cleantech Energy & Efficiency Conference is one of the four Tech Connect World Innovation conferences that will take place on June 15 – 18 in Washington, DC,…
Jun 13, 2014
In Person · Washington
The first annual Sustainable Furnishings Council Conference, SFC Next, will take place on June 13 – 14 in Washington, DC. It will focus on healthy and environmentally smart…
Jun 12, 2014
In Person · San Francisco
The Green Roof Boot Camp organized by the Green Roofs for Healthy Cities (GRHC) Education Program will take place on June 12 – 14 in San Francisco, California.…
Jun 3, 2014
In Person · Cologne
Renewable Energy World Europe, will take place on June 3 – 5 in Cologne (Köln), Germany and will run in conjunction with POWER-GEN Europe. The combination of conferences…
Jun 1, 2014
In Person
The World Cities Summit (WCS) in Singapore on June 1 – 4 has been designed around the theme: Liveable and Sustainable Cities: Common Challenges, Shared Solutions. To be…
Jun 1, 2014
In Person · Toronto
It’s a new year, and it’s a new look for the CaGBC National Conference and Expo. Now called Building Lasting Change, the annual green building conference hosted by…
May 28, 2014
In Person · Nashville
The National Healthy Homes Conference organized by the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) will take place on May 28 – 30 in Nashville, Tennessee. Major…
May 28, 2014
In Person · New Orleans
EDRA45NewOrleans: Building With Change, will take place on May 28 – 31 in New Orleans, Louisiana. This year’s conference will focus on new research methods and design strategies…
May 20, 2014
In Person · Portland
The Living Future unConference 2014 will take place on May 21 – 23 in Portland, Oregon. The theme is to explore how beauty and inspiration can transform our…
May 19, 2014
In Person · Shanghai
The 8th SNEC International Photovoltaic Power Generation Conference & Exhibition will take place on May 20 – 22 in Shanghai, China. Aside from the usual workshops and seminars…
May 19, 2014
In Person · East Melbourne
Frame Australia, the Prefab Timber and Engineered Wood in Building Construction Conference and Exhibition will take place on May 19 in Melbourne, Australia. Now in its 16th year,…
May 17, 2014
In Person · Ann Arbor
ROB|ARCH 2014, Robotic Fabrication in Architecture, Art, and Design Conference will take place on May 17 – 18 in Ann Arbor, Michigan, while the workshops will take place…
May 15, 2014
In Person · Berkeley
Build It Green’s Healthy Homes Conference will take place on May 15 in Berkeley, California. Join leading experts to learn about new building science, products, and practices to…
May 14, 2014
Virtual
Construction21EXPO is the first virtual trade show for green buildings and sustainable construction solutions for the European market. It will bring together, in a cost efficient manner, the…
May 13, 2014
In Person · Jakarta
INAGREENTECH, the Indonesia International Green Technology and Eco Friendly Products Exhibition will take place on May 13 – 15 in Jakarta, Indonesia. Supported by various Indonesian government ministries,…
May 12, 2014
In Person · Cambridge
The 2014 International Concrete Sustainability Conference will be held in Boston (Cambridge) on May 12 – 15 to provide learning and networking opportunities on the latest advances, technical…
May 12, 2014
In Person · Dubai
Encouraged by the strong support for the inaugural conference from IEQ stakeholders in the region, the second edition of the Annual Middle East Indoor Environmental Quality Conference has…