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 […]
The existing building stock in the United States was not designed to cope with current extreme temperatures. Much needs to be done to fix aging housing, from upgrading poor insulation to fixing ineffective air conditioning, while also designing new buildings for future temperatures, if warming trends continue. This webinar will focus on building-system strategies to […]
In the wake of the devastating Southern California wildfires, this summit stands as both a call to action and a catalyst for national resilience. The historic fires exposed systemic vulnerabilities shared by communities across the country—severely damaged buildings, disrupted water and power services, severed communications, impassable roads, and compromised fuel systems, amplifying human and economic […]
Indoor air quality (IAQ) has emerged as a critical public health and building performance issue, especially in the wake of rising temperatures, pandemics, and increasing urban density. This virtual session, hosted by the National Institute of Building Sciences (NIBS), brings together a panel of leading subject matter experts to explore the evolving landscape of IAQ […]
Sponsored By: Construction sites present a unique set of fire safety challenges due to their dynamic nature, temporary infrastructure, and evolving occupancy. The session will delve into real-world case studies, regulatory frameworks, and emerging technologies that influence fire prevention efforts. This panel discussion convenes leading experts from the construction industry, fire service, code enforcement, […]
Every region in the U.S. is experiencing record-breaking heat. More households now require home cooling solutions to maintain safe and liveable indoor temperatures. While air conditioning (AC) can offer immediate relief, the rapid scaling of AC has created new vulnerabilities: rising energy bills are straining people’s wallets, while surging electricity demand mounts pressure on an […]
The Society of American Military Engineers (SAME) Small Business Conference (SBC) for the Federal Architecture, Engineering, Construction, and Facility Management and Maintenance Industry brings together federal agencies and businesses operating in the federal marketplace to: Deliver the most comprehensive and useful market research experience possible for all attendees Learn of and/or share upcoming contracting opportunities […]
Sponsored By: Efficiency programs seem to ignore the fact that the only reason why society uses energy in buildings is to condition people and generate domestic hot water. One would then think that all design ought to begin with the physiological and psychological needs of the occupants. However, in the real world most energy efficiency […]
Every four years, America’s civil engineers provide a comprehensive assessment of the nation’s 18 major infrastructure categories in ASCE’s Report Card for America’s Infrastructure. Using a simple A to F school report card format, the Report Card examines current infrastructure conditions and needs, assigning grades and making recommendations to raise them. Learning objectives: Overall performance […]
Extreme heat is the most lethal weather hazard in the United States and has an economic burden of over +$160 billion a year. This introductory webinar will explore the growing threat of extreme heat and the evolving policy responses across all levels of government. Participants will hear directly from local, state, and federal officials about […]
Join us in celebrating Wagdy Anis FAIA, a pioneer in building science whose ‘Wagdy Wall’ transformed how we design energy-efficient buildings. His 50-year career at Shepley Bulfinch, Wiss Janney Elstner, and his own firm inspired the Wagdy Anis Symposium on Building Science. As Greta Eckhardt AIA Emeritus said, ‘While Wagdy is best known for his […]
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