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SUMMARY:Grid-System Strategies for Resilient Cooling
DESCRIPTION: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. \nThis 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. \nLearning Objectives: \n\nUnderstand 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.\nExamine 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.\nClarify 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\nExplore Opportunities for Action: Hear from energy and utility experts on real-world examples of policy implementation\n\n  \nThis 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.
URL:https://nibs.org/event/grid-system-strategies-for-resilient-cooling/
LOCATION:Virtual Event
CATEGORIES:NIBS + FAS Extreme Heat Series,Webinar
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SUMMARY:ASCE’s 2025 Report Card for America’s Infrastructure
DESCRIPTION: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. \nASCE’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. \nThe 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. \nSeating is limited\, but a livestream option is also available. \nRSVP to attend in person or online here.
URL:https://nibs.org/event/asces-2025-report-card-for-americas-infrastructure/
LOCATION:Reservoir Center for Water Solutions\, 301 Water Street\, SE\, Washington\, DC
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260519
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260521
DTSTAMP:20260602T181539
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SUMMARY:Building Innovation 2026
DESCRIPTION: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. \nBuilding 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
URL:https://nibs.org/event/building-innovation-2026/
LOCATION:The Ritz-Carlton\, Tysons Corner\, 1700 Tysons Blvd\, McLean\, VA\, 22102\, United States
CATEGORIES:Conference,NIBS Location Event
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260519
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260522
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SUMMARY:SAME Joint Technical Training Conference & Expo
DESCRIPTION: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. \nDon’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.\n  \n 
URL:https://nibs.org/event/same-joint-technical-training-conference-expo/
LOCATION:Oregon Convention Center\, 777 NE Martin Luther King Jr Blvd\, Portland\, OR\, 97232\, United States
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SUMMARY:SAME Joint Engineer Training Conference & Expo
DESCRIPTION:#SAMEJETC26: Innovate Forward!\nVital ideas. Pivotal connections. Essential mission support. \nEnergize your role. Resource your mission. Innovate Forward \nJETC 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. \nThis year’s theme\, “Innovate Forward\,” will spotlight the technologies\, strategies\, and partnerships shaping the future of engineering support for national defense and infrastructure resilience. \nExperience JETC 2026! The only event of its kind and help shape the future of engineering services in support of the warfighter and national security.
URL:https://nibs.org/event/same-joint-engineer-training-conference-expo/
LOCATION:Virtual Event
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260713
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260718
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SUMMARY:13th U.S. National Conference on Earthquake Engineering (13NCEE)
DESCRIPTION: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. \n  \nThe 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. \n  \nMore 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! \n 
URL:https://nibs.org/event/13th-u-s-national-conference-on-earthquake-engineering-13ncee/
LOCATION:Oregon Convention Center\, 777 NE Martin Luther King Jr Blvd\, Portland\, OR\, 97232\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260930T080000
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SUMMARY:BIMForum DfMA Symposium
DESCRIPTION:Industrialized construction – including modular\, prefabrication\, and offsite manufacturing – is transforming how buildings are designed and delivered. \nBut success requires more than tools. \nIt requires early decisions\, aligned delivery strategies\, and fabrication-ready information. \nDfMA (Design for Manufacturing and Assembly) connects design\, construction\, and manufacturing enabling teams to deliver projects faster\, safer\, and with greater certainty. \nBIMForum DfMA Symposium @ NIBS new conference center in Washington DC focuses on how to make DfMA work—consistently and at scale. \n[Learn more] \nWhy Attend\nJoin industry leaders across the full project lifecycle to explore: \n\nWhen DfMA decisions must begin\nHow owners enable (or constrain) manufacturing-driven delivery\nTranslating design intent into fabrication-ready information\nOffsite production and onsite integration workflows\nCoordination\, standards\, and digital handoffs\nReal-world case studies and measurable outcomes\n\n Expect practical insights\, candid discussions\, and actionable takeaways. \n\n\n\nProgram Structure\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n1. Early Design & Feasibility\n\n\n\n\n2. Design Development & Documentation\n\n\n\n\n3. Fabrication & Manufacturing\n\n\n\n\n4. Assembly & Site Integration\n\n\n\n\n\nThe program includes:\n\n Keynote presentations\n Owner and industry perspectives\n Case studies\n Panel discussions\n Rapid-fire technology sessions\n\n\nSchedule (September 29 & 30-October 1\, 2026)\nDetailed agenda and speakers coming soon. \n\nWho Should Attend\n\nOwners and Developers\nArchitects and Engineers\nContractors and Construction Managers\nFabricators and Manufacturers\nBIM and Digital Delivery Leaders\n\nIf your organization is pursuing industrialized construction\, prefabrication\, or manufacturing-driven delivery\, this event is designed for you. \n\nSponsorship Opportunities\nSponsorship opportunities are available for organizations looking to support and engage with industry leaders in DfMA and digital delivery. \nOpportunities include: \n\nEvent sponsorship\nTechnology presentations\nBrand visibility across BIMForum and NIBS\n\n [Contact for sponsorship details]
URL:https://nibs.org/event/bimforum-dfma-symposium/
LOCATION:NIBS Headquarters\, 2121 K Street Northwest\, Suite 800\, Washington DC\, DC\, 20037\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261005T080000
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SUMMARY:Getting to Zero Forum
DESCRIPTION:Carbon emissions from buildings are 39% of the problem. You are 100% of the solution.\nGetting to Zero aims to accelerate action by state and local governments and building industry professionals to create a clean energy future for the built environment. We envision a transformed built environment that is carbon-free\, sustainable\, and energy efficient and supports thriving economies that benefit all people and the planet . \nGetting to Zero amplifies the work of people and organizations that are accelerating and broadening efforts to deliver decarbonized buildings at scale\, and helping policymakers achieve ambitious climate commitments related to the built environment. Efforts cover both residential and commercial sectors for new and existing buildings and engages leading policy makers\, designers\, building owners\, systems manufacturers\, and commercial real estate professionals to overcome the remaining barriers to net zero buildings the norm. \nGetting to Zero Forum\nThe Getting to Zero Forum is the premier event dedicated to building decarbonization. With a growing number of climate emergencies across the United States and around the world\, there is no more important time than now for the Getting to Zero Forum. The event brings together the world’s leading experts to share best practice approaches to reducing energy demand and decarbonization related to policy\, program\, and projects. It is the only event with a broad cross-section of stakeholders focused on ambitious building efficiency goals and is an ideal venue for organizing both the policy and building communities to achieve zero carbon ambitions. Learn more and register for the next Forum. \n365 Education & Resources\nThe Getting to Zero platform provides ongoing opportunities for advanced learning\, knowledge sharing\, recognition to facilitate the development and dissemination of actionable solutions. We bolster market capability to deliver on building decarbonization goals by sparking collaborations\, supporting local action\, providing education\, and curating collections of resources including guides\, policy models\, studies\, and technical advice on how to achieve zero energy and carbon neutral goals. \nRead about the cutting edge design projects completed by our Leaders Circle members.\nConnect in your community with the Local Net Zero list of organizations working across the country.\nIncrease your knowledge of crucial industry topics with our Education Modules and our Webinar Series\nLearn about our workforce development initiative\, the Next Gen Professional Development program.\nAccess guides and tools in the Getting to Zero Resource Hub\nCheck out the Getting to Zero blog which features news\, industry thought leadership\, project spotlights\nAttend the Getting to Zero Forum\, the premier event dedicated to building decarbonization.
URL:https://nibs.org/event/getting-to-zero-forum/
LOCATION:New York City (Multiple Locations – See Website)
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261104T080000
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SUMMARY:SAME Small Business Conference 2026
DESCRIPTION: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. \nRecognized 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. \nWhy SBC 2026 Matters\nFederal acquisition is evolving—driven by speed\, complexity\, resilience\, and mission urgency. SBC 2026 is designed to meet this moment. \nAt SBC\, attendees gain:\nDirect access to federal decision-makers shaping acquisition priorities across defense\, infrastructure\, and the built environment \nActionable insights on procurement trends\, policy updates\, and emerging opportunities \nHigh-value networking that accelerates trusted partnerships between government and industry \nStrategic dialogue focused on readiness\, sustainability\, modernization\, and mission success \nEvery session\, meeting\, and engagement is intentionally curated to fuel smarter acquisition and stronger outcomes. \nA Strategic Connection—By Design\nWhat sets SBC apart is its focus on strategic connection: \nConnection between mission needs and market capabilities \nConnection between leaders today and the workforce of tomorrow \nConnection between innovation\, policy\, and execution \nSBC 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. \nBe part of The Strategic Business Connection of the Year.
URL:https://nibs.org/event/same-small-business-conference-2026/
LOCATION:Charlotte Convention Center\, 501 S College St\, Charlotte\, NC\, 28202\, United States
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