National Institute of Building Sciences

Facades+ By The Architect's Newspaper
2026-03-26 - 2026-03-27 | Metropolitan Pavilion 125 W. 18th St. New York, NY 10011, Metropolitan Pavilion 125 W. 18th St., New York, NY, 10011, United States
Facades+ returns to NYC with an all-new program featuring the latest developments in building enclosure design and technology
Everything from high-performance facades, to new iconic projects across the city and region, and strategies for increasing climate resilience and energy performance.

Themes we’ll explore:

Embodied Carbon and Envelope Design Optimization
Concrete Futures: Advances in Materials for Building Envelope Excellence
Building Biophilia: Evolving our Enclosures
Wood for Good: Mass Timber as International Design Driver

Symposium + Expo — March 26
Metropolitan Pavilion
125 W. 18th St.
New York, NY 10011
Parking
MP W 20 LLC
180 West 20th Street
New York, NY 10011
(212) 488-5900

Workshops — March 27
New York Law School
185 W Broadway
New York, NY 10013
Parking
City Parking, 56 Leonard Street

Community-System Strategies for Resilient Cooling
2026-03-26 12:00 - 13:00 (America/New_York) | Virtual Event
Community infrastructure, such as thermal energy networks, district geothermal, urban forests, shade structures, and smart surfaces, can have a collectively lower upfront cost and lower community-wide energy consumption and the costs of cooling. For example, strategic deployment of cool roofs in Atlanta, mandated by ordinance, are expected to cool the city by 2.4°F in peak summer, deliver $310 million in direct energy savings, and generate $760 million in net financial benefits.
This webinar will explore community-system technologies and strategies for resilient cooling and their benefits for community-wide energy reliability, grid resilience, and extreme heat preparedness. Participants will hear directly from experts on targeted solutions and the policy levers needed to scale up their broad adoption.
Learning Objectives:

Explore Technology Solutions: Discover the range of solutions that can be implemented at a community-system level to lower temperatures outdoors and indoors.
Clarify the Co-Benefits for Mitigation: Learn how shared cooling infrastructure can provide community-wide energy reliability, grid resilience, and extreme heat preparedness.
Examine the Policy Landscape: Understand how existing federal, state and local policy levers and strategies can increase access and affordability of resilient cooling technologies and discover real-world examples of implementation.
Understanding Traditions of Community Cooling: Connect Traditional and forward-thinking community-level cooling solutions.

This webinar is part of the Facing the Heat Webinar Series hosted by NIBS and the Federation of American Scientists (FAS) which explores the intersection of risk mitigation, building performance, energy reliability, and policy innovation to address the growing risks of heat in our communities.

CxEnergy2026
2026-04-21 08:00 - 2026-04-24 11:30 (America/Chicago) | Sheraton Grand Chicago Riverwalk Hotel, 301 E North Water Street, Chicago, IL, 60611, United States
The #1 Conference & Expo in Commissioning, Energy Management, & Building Technology.
Use code MEDIA10 for 10% off registration. Learn More here: www.CxEnergy.com.

Building Enclosure Council Annual Symposium
2026-04-23 08:00 - 17:00 (America/New_York) | The Des Moines Heritage Center, 120 E. 5th Street, Des Moines, IA, 50309, United States
Join us for a full day of education, sharing ideas, making connections, and creating discussions around building enclosures.

The Building Enclosure Council of Iowa is proud to present the 2026 BEC-Iowa Symposium. The Symposium features a distinguished panel of speakers who will discuss building science and enclosures. This will be an in-person event only, and attendees can enter a raffle to win prizes (winners will be announced at the end of the symposium).
The event includes breakfast, snacks, lunch, and refreshments. Alcoholic beverages will be served, and drink tickets can be obtained by visiting sponsor booths.

AGENDA
8:00am: Check-in, Sponsor Displays
8:50am: Opening Comments
9:00am: Presentation 1 – John Posenecker
10:00am: Morning Break, Sponsor Displays & Announcements
10:40am: Presentation 2 – Scott and Molly Cutler
11:40pm: Lunch Break, Sponsor Displays & Announcements
1:00pm: Presentation 3 – Mark Parlee
2:00pm: Afternoon Break, Sponsor Displays & Announcements
2:40pm: Presentation 4 – Steven Baczek
3:45pm: Closing Remarks & Raffle Giveways
4:00pm: Roundtable Discussion
5:00pm: Open Networking and Sponsor Booth Teardown

The US Construction & Manufacturing Summit
2026-04-23 09:00 - 17:00 (America/New_York) | The American Institute of Architects, 1735 New York Ave NW, Washington, DC, 20006, United States
The U.S. Construction & Manufacturing Summit 2025 will convene policymakers, business leaders, infrastructure developers, and innovators to address the future of American industrial competitiveness. From energy and permitting to materials, digital technologies, and workforce development, the event will spotlight how resilient construction and advanced manufacturing are central to rebuilding American industry.
Taking place under a new administration prioritising energy independence, supply chain security, and permitting reform, the summit offers a timely platform for public-private collaboration to accelerate U.S. infrastructure and manufacturing leadership.
This is a free event to attend. Register here to attend: https://registration.motisco.com/the-u-s-construction-and-manufacturing-summit

Grid-System Strategies for Resilient Cooling
2026-04-30 12:00 - 13:00 (America/New_York) | Virtual Event
The U.S. electric grid is straining to keep up with rising demand for electricity, creating potential risks to communities’ cooling systems in the face of intensifying extreme heat. This challenge presents an opportunity for policymakers to proactively identify potential vulnerabilities in energy systems’ ability to sustain safe indoor temperatures.
This webinar will explore grid system technologies and strategies for resilient cooling. Participants will hear directly from experts on how they prepare the electric grid for increased energy demand and ensure its reliability during extreme heat events as well as the policies needed to scale up these interventions.
Learning Objectives:

Understand Grid Vulnerabilities: Clarify the current state of grid systems in the U.S. and the needs for extreme heat preparedness. Define resilient cooling as a solution and what it looks like for communities and energy officials.
Examine solutions for Grid Resilience: Explore how grid-enhancing technologies and demand-side management can prepare electric grid for increased energy demand and ensure its reliability during extreme heat events.
Clarify Roles for Utilities and Policymakers: Learn about the existing policy tools that utilities and policymakers have to advance grid resilience solutions that offer benefits for resilient cooling
Explore Opportunities for Action: Hear from energy and utility experts on real-world examples of policy implementation

This webinar is part of the Facing the Heat Webinar Series hosted by NIBS and the Federation of American Scientists (FAS) which explores the intersection of risk mitigation, building performance, energy reliability, and policy innovation to address the growing risks of heat in our communities.

ASCE’s 2025 Report Card for America’s Infrastructure
2026-05-06 08:15 - 12:05 (America/New_York) | Reservoir Center for Water Solutions, 301 Water Street, SE, Washington, DC
Join the American Society of Civil Engineers (ASCE) on May 6th to hear insightful discussion on innovations shaping infrastructure both today and in the future.
ASCE’s 2025 Report Card for America’s Infrastructure highlighted ongoing improvements to the U.S. infrastructure network though critical needs across funding, policy, and engagement from stakeholders. ASCE’s Innovation Forum will elevate approaches to addressing America’s infrastructure challenges through policy, technology, data, and related practices advancing proactive solutions. Key discussions will focus on the infrastructure workforce, leading developments in water delivery and efficiency, enhancements in asset management and project delivery, and strategies in disaster response.
The event is scheduled for Wednesday, May 6 at the Reservoir Center for Water Solutions (301 Water Street SE Washington, DC). Doors open at 8:15am with light breakfast. Programming will start at 8:50 a.m.
Seating is limited, but a livestream option is also available.
RSVP to attend in person or online here.

Building Innovation 2026
2026-05-19 - 2026-05-20 | The Ritz-Carlton, Tysons Corner, 1700 Tysons Blvd, McLean, VA, 22102, United States
At NIBS’ annual Building Innovation conference, attendees explore challenges, solutions, new technologies, groundbreaking strategies, and more. There’s no other event that brings together government agency officials, AEC industry professionals, researchers, community planners, and innovative thinkers – to improve the built environment. Through curated panels, collaborative workshops, and federal program showcases, Building Innovation explores how coordination across sectors can unlock scalable solutions to infrastructure challenges—transforming insight into action.
Building Innovation 2026 will build upon momentum from NIBS Building for Tomorrow Conference held in January 2026 which convened federal, state, and local agencies to advance cross-sector policy alignment and explore how system-wide collaboration can drive long-term resilience across America’s lifeline infrastructure systems. Over two days, curated panels and expert-led sessions will showcase innovations in digital delivery, building codes, housing, capital investment strategies, and adaptive design. The conference will also spotlight two critical focus areas: Systems of Systems, which examines how interconnected infrastructure affects resilience at the national scale, and Modular Offsite Construction, which highlights efficient, scalable building methods aligned with NIBS’ emphasis on applied technologies and forward-looking building science. Learn more and register here: https://nibs.org/building-innovation-conference

SAME Joint Technical Training Conference & Expo
2026-05-19 - 2026-05-21 | Oregon Convention Center, 777 NE Martin Luther King Jr Blvd, Portland, OR, 97232, United States
The 2026 JETC is where friends and colleagues from across the A/E/C profession and joint engineer community come together for three days of education, training, and networking that is simply unmatched within the industry.
Don’t miss NIBS Digital Technologies Program Manager Jay Kline on Wednesday, May 20th, from 1:30 – 2:30 (Room: B113-114) as he and Franklin Fernandez discuss how the Navy moved AI from hype to execution. Phase I of NAVFAC’s AI Oversight and Implementation Program spanned over 50 use cases and over 100 tools, delivering a reusable framework for prioritizing use cases, evaluating COTS solutions, governing pilots, and scaling AI across military infrastructure enterprises.

SAME Joint Engineer Training Conference & Expo
2026-05-19 08:00 - 2026-05-20 17:00 (America/New_York) | Virtual Event
#SAMEJETC26: Innovate Forward!
Vital ideas. Pivotal connections. Essential mission support.
Energize your role. Resource your mission. Innovate Forward
JETC 2026 is the premier annual gathering of the military engineering community—bringing together uniformed engineers, government civilians, industry leaders, young professionals, innovators, partners, and subject matter experts for three days of collaboration, learning, and inspiration.
This year’s theme, “Innovate Forward,” will spotlight the technologies, strategies, and partnerships shaping the future of engineering support for national defense and infrastructure resilience.
Experience JETC 2026! The only event of its kind and help shape the future of engineering services in support of the warfighter and national security.

13th U.S. National Conference on Earthquake Engineering (13NCEE)
2026-07-13 - 2026-07-17 | Oregon Convention Center, 777 NE Martin Luther King Jr Blvd, Portland, OR, 97232, United States
The 13th U.S. National Conference on Earthquake Engineering (13NCEE) will bring together researchers and practitioners to share new knowledge and technical innovations that help us to understand and mitigate the damaging effects of earthquakes and tsunamis. The Earthquake Engineering Research Institute (EERI) is organizing this conference in Portland, Oregon—a region with significant hazard from the Cascadia Subduction Zone. The 13NCEE will provide a unique environment and comprehensive program designed to facilitate synergy between earthquake scientists, engineers, and policy professionals from the United States and around the world.

The Early Bird Registration deadline for 13NCEE is fast approaching! Register before February 28, 2026 for the best deal. Visit the registration page at the website for more information on registration rates, categories, and deadlines: https://13ncee.eeri.org/registration/. EERI members receive the best rates, so make sure you renew or join for 2026 first before registering.

More information about the conference, including sponsorship and exhibit opportunities, is available at the 13NCEE website: https://13ncee.eeri.org/. Also, be sure to check out a preview of the conference schedule and program by looking at the Schedule at a Glance and the Accepted Papers Gallery!

2026 Industrialized Housing Summit
2026-07-23 - 2026-07-24 | AT&T Hotel and Conference Center (The University of Texas at Austin), 1900 University Avenue, Austin, TX, 78705
The 2026 Industrialized Housing Summit tackles one central question:
How do we efficiently deliver high-quality housing at scale using industrialized construction on real projects, under real constraints, today?
IHS is a working summit for the people responsible for commissioning, financing, manufacturing, and delivering industrialized construction projects: owners, developers, manufacturers, builders, capital providers, operators, and public-sector leaders.
The summit is organized around six critical questions currently blocking industrialized construction at scale — from financing and factory utilization to procurement, delivery certainty, and operational integration.
Each session is designed to help participants work through the real bottlenecks slowing deployment: cost, risk, coordination, procurement, and execution.
This is not a passive conference built around presentations. The focus is on helping participants make better deployment, investment, procurement, and operating decisions.

2026 Industrialized Housing Summit
2026-07-23 08:00 - 2026-07-24 15:00 (America/Chicago) | Austin Texas, 1900 University Avenue, Austin, TX, 78705, United States
The 2026 Industrialized Housing Summit tackles one central question:
How do we efficiently deliver high-quality housing at scale using industrialized construction on real projects, under real constraints, today?

IHS is a working summit for the people responsible for commissioning, financing, manufacturing, and delivering industrialized construction projects: owners, developers, manufacturers, builders, capital providers, operators, and public-sector leaders.
The summit is organized around six critical questions currently blocking industrialized construction at scale — from financing and factory utilization to procurement, delivery certainty, and operational integration.
Each session is designed to help participants work through the real bottlenecks slowing deployment: cost, risk, coordination, procurement, and execution.
This is not a passive conference built around presentations. The focus is on helping participants make better deployment, investment, procurement, and operating decisions.
Learn More.

DDSG Summer 2026 Virtual Meeting #4 - July 27
2026-07-27 15:00 - 17:00 (America/New_York) | Virtual Event
Dates: July 27, 28, and 29, 2026 | two-hour sessions each day
Location: Zoom Online
Times (all times Eastern):

Monday, July 27: 3:00 p.m. – 5:00 p.m.
Tuesday, July 28: 11:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m.
Wednesday, July 29: 1:00 p.m. – 3:00 p.m.

Overview
The Federal Highway Administration’s (FHWA) Digital Delivery Stakeholder Group (DDSG) will hold its summer 2026 meeting virtually across three sessions in July. This meeting will bring together transportation leaders, state DOT representatives, federal partners, and industry experts to advance the national conversation on digital delivery, open standards, and the future of interoperable transportation data.
These two-hour sessions are designed to maximize participation and collaboration in an online setting. As with all DDSG meetings, this gathering is free and open to all interested parties, though registration is required. We hope you will be able to join all three sessions.
What to Expect
During the virtual stakeholder meeting, attendees will have the opportunity to receive updates, ask questions, and participate in discussions on the following topics:

Current research projects from FHWA and National Cooperative Highway Research Program (NCHRP) relevant to the DDSG community. Central BIM Transportation Library (CBTL) status and proof of concept development and how it can be used to support state DOTs’ library needs and work.
Updates from industry organization members on digital delivery positions and activities at the international, national and local levels.
Upcoming DDSG workshops, schedules, and topics.

A detailed agenda by day will be posted on the DDSG Hub soon.
Who Should Attend

State DOT leaders in digital delivery, CAD/BIM, GIS, surveying, construction, and asset management.
Federal agency partners and program managers.
AASHTO committee representatives.
Technology and industry collaborators supporting digital project delivery.

Why Attend
This meeting offers a unique opportunity to:

Connect with peers working at the forefront of digital delivery.
Contribute to the development of national frameworks and shared resources.
Stay informed on evolving federal priorities, open standards initiatives, and interoperability strategies.
Influence the direction of future DDSG activities and collaboration models.

Registration
Attendance is free and open to DDSG members, stakeholders, and any industry professionals interested in advancing digital delivery in the built environment. Registration is available now on the click above. Please be sure to register for all three events.

DDSG Summer 2026 Virtual Meeting #4 - July 28
2026-07-28 11:00 - 13:00 (America/New_York) | Virtual Event

DDSG Summer 2026 Virtual Meeting #4 - July 29
2026-07-29 13:00 - 15:00 (America/New_York) | Virtual Event

BIMForum DfMA Symposium
2026-09-30 08:00 - 2026-10-01 17:00 (America/New_York) | NIBS Headquarters, 2121 K Street Northwest, Suite 800, Washington DC, DC, 20037, United States
Industrialized construction – including modular, prefabrication, and offsite manufacturing – is transforming how buildings are designed and delivered.
But success requires more than tools.
It requires early decisions, aligned delivery strategies, and fabrication-ready information.
DfMA (Design for Manufacturing and Assembly) connects design, construction, and manufacturing enabling teams to deliver projects faster, safer, and with greater certainty.
BIMForum DfMA Symposium @ NIBS new conference center in Washington DC focuses on how to make DfMA work—consistently and at scale.
[Learn more]
Why Attend
Join industry leaders across the full project lifecycle to explore:

When DfMA decisions must begin
How owners enable (or constrain) manufacturing-driven delivery
Translating design intent into fabrication-ready information
Offsite production and onsite integration workflows
Coordination, standards, and digital handoffs
Real-world case studies and measurable outcomes

Expect practical insights, candid discussions, and actionable takeaways.

Program Structure

1. Early Design & Feasibility

2. Design Development & Documentation

3. Fabrication & Manufacturing

4. Assembly & Site Integration

The program includes:

Keynote presentations
Owner and industry perspectives
Case studies
Panel discussions
Rapid-fire technology sessions

Schedule (September 29 & 30-October 1, 2026)
Detailed agenda and speakers coming soon.

Who Should Attend

Owners and Developers
Architects and Engineers
Contractors and Construction Managers
Fabricators and Manufacturers
BIM and Digital Delivery Leaders

If your organization is pursuing industrialized construction, prefabrication, or manufacturing-driven delivery, this event is designed for you.

Sponsorship Opportunities
Sponsorship opportunities are available for organizations looking to support and engage with industry leaders in DfMA and digital delivery.
Opportunities include:

Event sponsorship
Technology presentations
Brand visibility across BIMForum and NIBS

[Contact for sponsorship details]

GTZ Forum 2026
2026-10-05 08:00 - 2026-10-06 17:00 (America/New_York) | New York City (Multiple Locations – See Website)
GTZ Forum amplifies effective policy, scalable technology, and market solutions that advance affordable, accessible high-performance buildings.
With host sponsor NYSERDA, GTZ Forum 2026 will engage attendees with meticulously curated content designed to accelerate market growth and forge relationships that drive real impact over two immersive days. This isn’t just another conference; it’s where strategic decisions are made, and meaningful partnerships are formed. From building tours and workshops to inspiring keynotes and a new poster session opportunity, the Forum enables the honest conversations and expert insights that industry leaders need to guide the future of the built environment.
GTZ Forum 2026 will be hosted in New York, NY, October 5-6, 2026. Sign up to receive upcoming announcements about advance registration and more!

SAME Small Business Conference 2026
2026-11-04 08:00 - 2026-11-06 17:00 (America/New_York) | Charlotte Convention Center, 501 S College St, Charlotte, NC, 28202, United States
The Small Business Conference (SBC) brings together senior government leaders, industry executives, and emerging innovators for an unparalleled opportunity to align strategy, strengthen partnerships, and shape the future of federal programs.
Recognized as The Strategic Business Connection of the Year, SBC goes beyond a traditional conference. It is a catalyst for meaningful engagement—where mission requirements meet innovative solutions, and relationships turn into results.
Why SBC 2026 Matters
Federal acquisition is evolving—driven by speed, complexity, resilience, and mission urgency. SBC 2026 is designed to meet this moment.
At SBC, attendees gain:
Direct access to federal decision-makers shaping acquisition priorities across defense, infrastructure, and the built environment
Actionable insights on procurement trends, policy updates, and emerging opportunities
High-value networking that accelerates trusted partnerships between government and industry
Strategic dialogue focused on readiness, sustainability, modernization, and mission success
Every session, meeting, and engagement is intentionally curated to fuel smarter acquisition and stronger outcomes.
A Strategic Connection—By Design
What sets SBC apart is its focus on strategic connection:
Connection between mission needs and market capabilities
Connection between leaders today and the workforce of tomorrow
Connection between innovation, policy, and execution
SBC 2026 creates an environment where conversations are candid, access is meaningful, and collaboration is authentic—making it the must-attend acquisition forum of the year.
Be part of The Strategic Business Connection of the Year.
