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
Mar 11, 2019
In Person · Nashville
The 2019 Hot Water Forum will take place on March 11th – 13th, 2019 in Nashville, Tennessee, U.S. Homeowners and building occupants expect to receive a constant supply of…
Mar 7, 2019
In Person · Atlanta
Training Course: Earthcraft House Builder will take place on March 7th, 2019 in Decatur, Georgia, U.S. The EarthCraft Builder training provides a comprehensive overview of best practices for sustainable…
Mar 6, 2019
Virtual
The WELL AP Exam Prep will take place on March 6th, 2019 online at 3:30pm Eastern Time (12:30pm Pacific). Are you considering taking the WELL AP Exam? This interactive…
Mar 6, 2019
Virtual
The LEED v4.1 Ask the Expert session on BD+C and ID+C will take place at 8:00 am and 1:00 pm EST (Eastern Standard Time) on March 6th, 2019…
Mar 5, 2019
In Person · London
Formerly known as Ecobuild, Futurebuild 2019 will take place on March 5th – 7th, 2019 in London, United Kingdom. This year’s focus will be on tackling the biggest challenges…
Mar 5, 2019
Virtual
The webinar: Technical Proposals Putting the 2021 IECC on a Glide Path to Efficiency will take place on March 5th, 2019 online. Updating of the 2021 International Energy Conservation…
Mar 1, 2019
In Person · San Jose
Training: CALGreen & Energy Code will take place on March1st, 2019 in San Jose, California, United States. This training seminar will give you an opportunity to find out about…
Mar 1, 2019
In Person · San Jose
AI.19, Architectural Intelligence, Framing the Future of Silicon Valley will take place on March 1st, 2019 in San Jose, California, United States. The American Institute of Architects, Silicon Valley…
Feb 28, 2019
In Person · San Francisco
The seminar: Passive House & Airtight Multi-family Residences will take place on February 28th, 2019 in San Francisco, California, United States. Airtightness is a major part of high efficiency…
Feb 28, 2019
In Person · Portland
2019 PHnw Annual Conference: 10 Years of Building Beyond Zero will take place on February 28th – March 1st, 2019 in Portland, Oregon, United States. This is the 10th…
Feb 27, 2019
Virtual
The LEED v4.1 Ask the Expert session on O+M will take place at 8:00 am and 1:00 pm EST (Eastern Standard Time) on February 27th, 2019 online. Get answers…
Feb 26, 2019
In Person · San Francisco
Seminar: Examining Carbon Impacts of Tall Buildings in Dense Urban Settings will take place on February 26th, 2019 in San Francisco, California, U.S. “Density is good” is a frequently-heard…
Feb 22, 2019
In Person · Milwaukee
The AEC Hackathon 6.1 – Silicon Valley will take place on February 22nd – 24th, 2019 in Silicon Valley, California, United States. The AEC (Architecture, Engineering, Construction) Hackathon…
Feb 21, 2019
In Person
Healthy Home Training for Building Professionals is an eight-week course taking place between February 21st – April 11th, 2019 in Bellevue, Washington, U.S. This course is built for construction,…
Feb 21, 2019
In Person · Stanford
The 5th Annual Industrialized Construction Forum 2019 will take place on February 21st, 2019 in Stanford, California, United States. Industrialized Construction continues to spread as a movement across the…
Feb 21, 2019
In Person · Lelow
Deep Green Building – Hemp Lime Construction will take place on February 21st – 23rd, 2019 in Lelow, Poland. The three day course will be informative and hands-on,…
Feb 19, 2019
In Person · Denver
The WRISE Leadership Forum will take place on February 19th – 21st, 2019 in Denver, Colorado, U.S. The WRISE (Women in Renewable Industries and Sustainable Energy) Leadership Forum is…
Feb 14, 2019
Virtual
The webinar on Getting to Zero Energy Schools: A Closer Look at Districts Getting to Zero Energy will take place on February 14th, 2019 online. Schools are leading the…
Feb 14, 2019
In Person · Atlanta
The second part of the Two-Part Training Course: Home Energy Rating System (HERS) Rater will take place on February 14th – 15th, 2019 in Atlanta, Georgia, U.S. Completing this…
Feb 12, 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…
Jan 28, 2019
In Person · Atlanta
The first part of the Two-Part Training Course: Home Energy Rating System (HERS) Rater will take place on January 28th – February 1st, 2019 in Atlanta, Georgia, U.S.…
Jan 24, 2019
In Person · Decatur
Training Course: Earthcraft House Builder will take place on January 24th, 2019 in Decatur, Georgia, U.S. The EarthCraft Builder training provides a comprehensive overview of best practices for sustainable…
Jan 23, 2019
In Person · Seattle
2019: Trends and Incentives in Green Building will take place on January 23rd, 2019 in Seattle, Washington, U.S. This session will focus on hot green building opportunities for 2019.…
Jan 23, 2019
In Person · Bolzano
Klimahouse will take place on January 23rd – 26th, 2019 in Bolzano, Italy. The trade show’s strategic location in the heart of South Tyrol and Middle Europe provides the…