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 26, 2026
Virtual
Heat Pump Water Heater Week provides a multi-day online exploration of residential and commercial heat pump water heating systems, organized by New Buildings Institute and the Advanced Water Heating Initiative. Sessions address packaged units, split systems, 120V models with flexible storage, product…
Oct 27, 2026
Hybrid · San Jose
This hybrid training and trade fair focuses on split system heat pump water heaters, an emerging technology separating the outdoor compressor from the indoor water tank. Held during Heat Pump Water Heater Week, the session features guidance from an experienced installation trainer…
Oct 27, 2026
Virtual
This regional online seminar hosted by WoodWorks provides an in-depth comparison of light-frame and mass timber systems for mid-rise building design. Led by structural engineer Mark Bartlett, the session investigates how building code provisions, construction classification, occupancy, and project objectives guide structural…
Oct 28, 2026
In Person · Bozeman
This regional in-person seminar and tour hosted by WoodWorks tackles structural design methodologies for mid-rise wood construction. Developed for practitioners navigating four- to six-story multi-family buildings, the session examines technical detailing across gravity and lateral systems. Structural considerations include wood shrinkage mitigation,…
Nov 3, 2026
In Person · Portland
WoodWorks and ULI host an educational jobsite tour of the Paul Edwards Building, a three-story multi-family housing development in Portland designed for low-income veterans. Participants will explore how volumetric modular light-frame wood construction helped manage project costs and accelerate the delivery of…
Nov 4, 2026
Virtual
This accredited continuing education webinar examines how to apply circular design principles across each stage of a building lifecycle. Presented by Jonathan North of Mohawk Industries, the session focuses on practical approaches to reduce environmental impacts across the built environment. Attendees will…
Nov 4, 2026
Virtual
This regional online seminar examines how architects, engineers, and contractors can successfully collaborate to plan and deliver mass timber buildings. Led by WoodWorks structural engineer Shannon Williams, the session reviews timber products, preconstruction coordination, and project delivery methods. Participants will explore case-based…
Nov 5, 2026
Virtual
This regional online seminar examines code-compliant and constructible fire protection detailing for wood-frame buildings. Led by Jessica Scarlett of WoodWorks, the technical presentation focuses on interior fire-rated assemblies, including firewalls, fire barriers, and fire partitions. Participants will review methods for calculating fire-resistance…
Nov 10, 2026
Virtual
This WoodWorks webinar explores practical strategies for managing moisture exposure before, during, and after mass timber installation. Experienced contractors Chad Hamilton of XL Construction and Matthew Tonello of Consigli share lessons from completed projects. The discussion covers preconstruction planning, sequencing, temporary protection,…
Nov 11, 2026
Virtual
This technical webinar presents a detailed project spotlight on the Oxford Schwarzman Centre for the Humanities, delivered jointly by the International Passive House Association and the Passive House Institute. Presenters Laszlo Lepp from the Passive House Institute and Will South from Etude…
Nov 12, 2026
Virtual
This technical webinar explores building enclosure strategies to protect mass timber assemblies from moisture intrusion and accumulation. Led by building scientist Brad Carmichael, the session examines the unique hygrothermal behavior of cross-laminated timber and glued-laminated timber. Participants will review high-performance wall and…
Nov 12, 2026
In Person · South San Francisco
This educational building tour offers an extensive look at the all-mass timber South San Francisco Wellness Center, highlighting how timber construction applies to healthcare environments. The facility incorporates glue-laminated timber columns and beams alongside cross-laminated timber floor plates to house community wellness…
Past briefings
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…
Jan 23, 2019
In Person · Miami
The Energy Expo will take place on January 23rd – 24th, 2019 in Miami, Florida, U.S. The Expo will feature equipment, technologies, products and know-how for the solar,…
Jan 21, 2019
In Person · Ssan Antonio
The AESP 29th Annual Conference & Expo will take place on January 21st – 24th, 2019 in San Antonio, Texas, US. AESP is a member-based association dedicated to improving…
Jan 15, 2019
In Person · Atlanta
Training Course: Lead Safety for Renovation, Repair and Painting (RRP) Initial Training will take place on January 15th, 2019 in Atlanta, Georgia, U.S. As of April 22, 2008,…
Jan 7, 2019
In Person · Atlanta
The two-day training course: Duct & Envelope Tightness Verification will take place on January 7th – 8th, 2019 in Atlanta, Georgia, U.S. This course is designed to introduce the…
Dec 14, 2018
In Person · Eugene
Growing Green: How Sustainable Design and Mixed Use Development Can Work Together to Benefit Communities will take place on December 14th, 2018 in Eugene, Oregon, U.S. “Location, location, location”…
Dec 14, 2018
In Person · Milan
The Convention and Assembly of GBC Italy will take place on December 14th, 2018 in Milan, Italy. Living Future Europe will be hosting a Green Building Roundtable with representatives of various…
Dec 13, 2018
In Person · Amsterdam
Amsterdam: Sustainability Collaboration ILFI + Aspecta B.V. will take place on December 13th, 2018 in Amsterdam, Netherlands. Looking to learn more about creating a Living Building, or Biophilic…
Dec 13, 2018
In Person · Paris
Paris: Material Health in France will take place on December 13th, 2018 in Paris, France. Started in the United States about fifteen years ago, the movement “Material Health” seeks…
Dec 13, 2018
Virtual
Webinar: Effective Design Strategies for Optimal Energy Performance and Occupant Comfort and Health will take place on December 13th, 2018 online. With building occupants spending an average of 90%…
Dec 12, 2018
In Person · Portland
The Biophilic Design Workshop will take place on December 12th, 2018 in Portland, Oregon, U.S. Humans have an innate connection to nature. Being immersed in it can reduce stress,…
Dec 11, 2018
In Person · Tumwater
The Path to Zero Net Energy Schools will take place on December 11th, 2018 in Tumwater, Washington, U.S. Schools are leading the race to zero net energy construction with…
Dec 11, 2018
In Person · San Francisco
The Energy Storage Summit 2018 will take place on December 11th – 12th, 2018 in San Francisco, California, US. Now in its fourth year, the Energy Storage Summit will…
Dec 10, 2018
In Person · Los Angeles
Hidden Abundance: Inaugural Upcyclers Gathering will take place on December 10th, 2018 in Los Angeles, California, U.S. Innovators creating value from waste and those supporting the creation of…
Dec 7, 2018
In Person · Atlanta
Training course: BPI Building Analyst (BA) Professional will take place on March 18th – 21st, 2019 in Atlanta, Georgia, U.S. The course is a comprehensive 4-day training which covers…