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.
Apr 7, 2027
In Person · Doha
The Fourth International Conference on Energy and Indoor Environment for Hot Climates convenes specialists to address the dual imperatives of indoor air quality and low-carbon cooling in hot ambient zones. Participants will explore practical solutions that maintain occupant health and comfort while…
Apr 12, 2027
In Person · Baltimore
Organized by ASHRAE, the Women in ASHRAE Leadership Symposium gathers professionals across the HVACR sector to advance inclusive practices, build leadership capabilities, and turn concepts into practical action. Centered on shaping the future of the built environment through inclusion, leadership, and purposeful…
Jun 12, 2027
In Person · New Orleans
The 2027 ASHRAE Annual Conference brings together HVAC&R and building science professionals to explore industry research, technical practices, and system solutions. Hosted by ASHRAE, the multiday gathering convenes a broad international cross-section of practitioners to deepen expertise and grow professional networks. The…
Aug 3, 2028
In Person · Pacific Grove
Organized by the American Council for an Energy-Efficient Economy, the 2028 Summer Study on Energy Efficiency in Buildings convenes professionals to explore research, technical strategies, and policies aimed at reducing energy bills, waste, and climate pollution. Drawing on ACEEE’s broad focus areas—including…
Past briefings
May 1, 2018
In Person · Portland
Living Future unConference will take place on May 1st – 3rd, 2018 in Portland, Oregon, U.S. It is the leading event in regenerative design in which a global community…
Apr 23, 2018
In Person · Las Vegas
The CxEnergy 2018 Conference & Expo will take place on April 23rd – 26th, 2018 in Las Vegas, Nevada, U.S. CxEnergy 2018 is the premier event dedicated to building…
Apr 17, 2018
In Person · Berlin
Greenbuild Europe 2018 will take place on April 17th – 18th, 2018 in Berlin, Germany. Greenbuild Europe offers a forum for the green building community to unite, change lives,…
Apr 17, 2018
In Person · Pittsburgh
The 2018 Getting to Zero National Forum 2018 will take place on April 17th – 18th, 2018 in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, U.S. Zero energy is a movement that will transform the…
Apr 16, 2018
In Person · Berlin
Greenbuild Europe Reception will take place on April 16th, 2018 in Berlin, Germany. The International Living Future Institute would like to invite you to join a reception at the…
Apr 13, 2018
In Person
Introduction to the Living Building Challenge will take place on April 13th, 2018 in Trinidad + Tobago. “WHAT IF EVERY ACT OF DESIGN & CONSTRUCTION MADE THE WORLD…
Apr 12, 2018
In Person · New York
The Petals in New York – Meeting will take place on April 12th, 2018 in New York, New York, U.S. During this meeting, Petal Working Groups will present their…
Apr 12, 2018
In Person · Seattle
The Sustainability Tour of Pike Place Market will take place on April 12th, 2018 in Seattle, Washington, U.S. Join us for the tour to get your Spring started!…
Apr 11, 2018
In Person · Eugene
A Tour of the University of Oregon Student Recreation Center will take place on April 11th, 2018 in Eugene, Oregon, U.S. At 191,161 square-feet – the Center is ONE…
Apr 10, 2018
In Person · Portland
Incentivizing Living Buildings in Portland will take place on April 10th, 2018 in Portland, Oregon, U.S. Aligning Policy with Values: Why doesn’t Portland have a certified Living Building yet?…
Apr 10, 2018
In Person · Portland
Introduction to the Living Building Challenge will take place on April 10th, 2018 in Portland, Oregon, U.S. What if every act of design and construction made the world a…
Apr 9, 2018
In Person · Sacramento
The 12th annual Green California Summit and Exposition will take place on April 9th – 10th, 2018 in Sacramento, California, U.S. There’s no better opportunity all year for…
Apr 5, 2018
Virtual
Webinar: Achieving Living Building Zero Energy Requirements will take place on April 11th, 2018 online. An in-depth introduction to the philosophy and components of the Living Building Challenge…
Apr 3, 2018
In Person · Ottawa
The seminar on Six Classes: The Chemical Class Approach Towards Healthier Products and People will take place on April 3rd, 2018 in Ottawa, Canada.
Mar 22, 2018
In Person · Pittsburgh
The Workshop: GPRO Operations & Maintenance Essentials will take place on March 22nd – 23rd, 2018 in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, U.S. The path towards healthy and high performing buildings…
Mar 21, 2018
In Person · San Francisco
The 15th Annual Water Conservation Showcase will take place on March 21st, 2018 in San Francisco, California, U.S. The Showcase’s goal is to provide a forum that brings together the…
Mar 20, 2018
In Person · Portland
The 2018 Hot Water Forum will take place on March 20th – 22nd, 2018 in Portland, Oregon, U.S. ACEEE’s Hot Water Forum is the only technical conference about…
Mar 15, 2018
Virtual
The Webinar: The Earth Day 50 Challenge and Bridging the Divide will take place on March 15th, 2018 online. Join Sustainable Furnishings Council (SFC) for its Sustainability Essentials…
Mar 15, 2018
In Person · Chico
This Way to Sustainability Conference XIII will take place on March 15th – 16th in Chico, California, U.S. The Institute for Sustainable Development and the Associated Students of…
Mar 12, 2018
In Person · Atlanta
The Greenprints Conference 2018 will take place on March 12th – 14th, 2018 in Atlanta, Georgia, U.S. Greenprints is the Southeast’s most thought-provoking forum on sustainability. Individuals and…
Mar 6, 2018
Virtual
The webinar: Nothing Beats Zero – Updates on the Trends and Projects That Are Getting to Zero Energy will take place on March 6th, 2018 online. Zero energy (ZE)…
Mar 4, 2018
In Person · Atlanta
Earthcraft Realtor Lunch & Learn will take place on March 4th, 2019 in Atlanta, Georgia, U.S. This lunch and learn session provides in-depth instruction for marketing yourself as an…
Feb 23, 2018
In Person · Oakland
AEC Hackathon 5.0 San Francisco Bay Area goes to Oakland, California this year. The AEC (Architecture, Engineering, Construction) Hackathon was created to give those designing, building, and maintaining…
Feb 23, 2018
In Person · Santa Rosa
Rebuild Green Expo will take place on February 23rd, 2018 in Santa Rosa, California, U.S. This free event is to provide the North Bay Fire Communities with resilient…