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
Oct 21, 2019
In Person · Atlanta
The Workshop: Lead Safety for Renovation, Repair and Painting (RRP) Initial Training will take place on October 21st, 2019 in Atlanta, Georgia, U.S. This one-day class on lead paint…
Oct 15, 2019
In Person · Minneapolis
The 2019 National Conference on Energy Efficiency as a Resource will take place on October 15th – 17th, 2019 in Minneapolis, Minnesota, U.S. ACEEE will host the tenth National…
Oct 14, 2019
In Person · Atlanta
The Workshop: Home Energy Rating System (HERS) Rater will take place on October 14th – 18th, 2019 in Atlanta, Georgia, U.S. Completing this two-part course is the necessary…
Oct 10, 2019
In Person · Atlanta
The Workshop: EarthCraft House Builder will take place on October 10th, 2019 in Atlanta, Georgia, U.S. It will provide a comprehensive overview of best practices for sustainable construction…
Oct 9, 2019
In Person · Oakland
The solutions-focused 2019 Getting to Zero National Forum will take place on October 9th – 11th, 2019 in Oakland, California, U.S. It is the premier global event dedicated to…
Oct 7, 2019
In Person · Atlanta
The BPI Home Energy Professional (HEP) Quality Control Inspector Refresher course will take place on October 7th – 8th, 2019 in Atlanta, Georgia, U.S. It is a comprehensive…
Oct 2, 2019
In Person · Los Angeles
Net Zero 2019 will take place on October 2nd – 4th, 2019 in Los Angeles, California, U.S. The 6th annual conference will focus on net zero energy, water,…
Sep 16, 2019
In Person · Atlanta
The Workshop: Fundamentals of Building Science will take place on September 16th, 2009 in Atlanta, Georgia, U.S. This course is designed to provide participants with a practical knowledge…
Sep 9, 2019
In Person · Atlanta
The BPI Home Energy Professional (HEP) Energy Auditor course will take place on September 9th – 13th in Atlanta, Georgia, U.S. It is a comprehensive 5-day training which…
Sep 2, 2019
In Person · Rome
Building Simulation 2019 will take place on September 2nd – 4th, 2019 in Rome, Italy. It is the premier international event in the field of building performance simulation, and…
Aug 30, 2019
In Person
Training: CALGreen & Energy Code will take place on August 30th, 2019 in San Mateo, California, United States. This training seminar will give you an opportunity to find out…
Aug 16, 2019
In Person
Training: CALGreen & Energy Code will take place on August 16th, 2019 in Sacramento, California, United States. This training seminar will give you an opportunity to find out about…
Aug 12, 2019
In Person · Portland
The 2019 Summer Study on Energy Efficiency in Industry will take place on August 12th – 15th, 2019 in Portland, Oregon, U.S. Our theme for this historic Summer Study…
Aug 2, 2019
In Person
Training: CALGreen & Energy Code will take place on August 2nd, 2019 in Fresno, California, United States. This training seminar will give you an opportunity to find out about…
Jul 19, 2019
In Person · Irvine
Training: CALGreen & Energy Code will take place on July 19th, 2019 in Irvine, California, United States. This training seminar will give you an opportunity to find out about…
Jul 11, 2019
In Person · San Francisco
The 3rd Annual Light! Design Expo, Northern California’s Architectural Lighting and Design Show will take place on July 11th, 2019 in San Francisco, California, U.S. This exciting annual architectural…
Jun 27, 2019
In Person · New York
The NAPHN19 Conference and Expo (North American Passive House Network) will take place on June 27th – 28th, 2019 in New York, New York, United States. This year’s…
Jun 17, 2019
In Person · Minneapolis
The Workshop: From Sustainable to Circular – How Materials Can Make Green Buildings Greener will take place on June 17th, 2019 in Minneapolis, Minnesota, U.S. Global support for…
Jun 7, 2019
In Person · South San Francisco
Training: CALGreen & Energy Code will take place on June 7th, 2019 in South San Francisco, California, United States. This training seminar will give you an opportunity to find…
May 16, 2019
In Person · Atlanta
Training course: Lead Safety for Renovation, Repair and Painting Refresher Training will take place on February 12th, 2019 in Atlanta, Georgia, U.S. It will train renovation, repair, and painting…
May 14, 2019
In Person · Paradise Valley
Solar Summit 2019 will take place on May 14th – 15th, 2019 in Scottsdale, Arizona, U.S. Now in its 12th year, Solar Summit remains the premier conference for defining…
May 10, 2019
In Person · Los Angeles
The Certified Passive House Designer/Consultant (CPHD/C) Training Course will take place on May 10th – 12th and the 18th – 19th, 2019 in Los Angeles, California, United States. Are…
May 9, 2019
Virtual
The webinar: Getting to Zero Buildings Growth and Trends for 2019 will take place on May 9th, 2019 online. Targets for zero energy and zero carbon outcomes are…
May 9, 2019
In Person · Cologne
Bauen Digital (Building Digital) will take place on May 9, 2019 in Cologne, Germany. Building Digital planning methods are increasingly being used in construction practice. Digital modeling, storage…