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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250608
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250611
DTSTAMP:20260405T172003
CREATED:20250515T180935Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250602T064318Z
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SUMMARY:Groundbreaking Women in Construction
DESCRIPTION:Groundbreaking Women in Construction is heading to San Diego from June 8-10\, 2025\, after a successful expansion to New York City! This is your chance to be part of the construction industryʼs most influential talent management conference—where leadership skills are sharpened\, connections are forged\, and inspiration is ignited.
URL:https://nibs.org/event/groundbreaking-women-in-construction/
LOCATION:Town and Country Resort\, 500 Hotel Cir N\, San Diego\, 92108\, United States
CATEGORIES:External ORG Event,NIBS Location Event,Webinar
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20250610T130000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250610T140000
DTSTAMP:20260405T172003
CREATED:20250428T134156Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250610T191003Z
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SUMMARY:Singularity Unveiled: Exploring the Future of Spatial Computing and Digital Twins
DESCRIPTION:Dive into the transformative world of Singularity\, where artificial intelligence\, spatial computing\, and digital twins converge to redefine how we design\, interact with\, and understand the built environment. \nThis session explores the groundbreaking technologies driving this evolution\, including real-time data integration\, immersive visualization\, and predictive modeling\, powered by AI. \nDiscover how spatial computing is reshaping human-machine interaction\, creating opportunities for unprecedented collaboration and precision. Learn how digital twins -virtual replicas of physical assets – enable architects\, engineers\, and stakeholders to simulate\, monitor\, and optimize structures throughout their lifecycle. \nThrough practical examples and future-focused insights\, this presentation will illuminate how these technologies can enhance your business\, streamline workflows\, and elevate your creative and strategic potential. Whether you’re an innovator\, designer\, or decision-maker\, you’ll leave with actionable takeaways to harness the Singularity’s promise in shaping the future of the built environment and beyond.
URL:https://nibs.org/event/singularity-unveiled-exploring-the-future-of-spatial-computing-and-digital-twins/
CATEGORIES:Building Innovation Webinar Series,External ORG Event,NIBS Location Event,Webinar
LOCATION:
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250611T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250611T144500
DTSTAMP:20260405T172003
CREATED:20250527T153853Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250605T135834Z
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SUMMARY:A New Resource to Understanding Advanced Lighting Controls
DESCRIPTION:Did you know that advanced lighting controls could result in an average of nearly 70% lighting energy savings? Unfortunately\, there is an industry-wide knowledge gap about how to utilize advanced controls to capitalize on energy savings and ensure buildings run at peak performance. To address this gap\, Slipstream was awarded a grant by the Department of Defense (DoD) Environmental Security Technology Certification Program (ESTCP) to develop a comprehensive training resource on advanced lighting controls. \nThis webinar will briefly describe the project and will show how to access the free training. Additionally\, the webinar will go over some lighting controls basics to get you thinking about saving energy in your building.
URL:https://nibs.org/event/a-new-resource-to-understanding-advanced-lighting-controls/
LOCATION:Virtual Event
CATEGORIES:External ORG Event,NIBS Location Event,Webinar
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250620T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250620T120000
DTSTAMP:20260405T172003
CREATED:20250604T183954Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250604T183954Z
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SUMMARY:SBSE Quarterly Seminar Series - Summer Solstice 2025
DESCRIPTION:The Society of Building Science Educators is thrilled to invite you to our second quarterly seminar series! The featured panel of experts— John Straube and Keith Simon—will share their insights on building enclosures in building science education. Join the discussion on Friday\, June 20\, 2025\, at 10:00 AM Pacific (PDT) to celebrate the solstice and gain valuable knowledge from our distinguished guests. We can’t wait to connect with you.
URL:https://nibs.org/event/sbse-quarterly-seminar-series-summer-solstice-2025/
LOCATION:Virtual Event
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250626T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250626T113000
DTSTAMP:20260405T172003
CREATED:20250618T170902Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250627T182910Z
UID:10000104-1750933800-1750937400@nibs.org
SUMMARY:Congressional Briefing: Retrofitting for Resilience
DESCRIPTION:Extreme weather events\, including hurricanes\, wildfires\, and severe storms\, have caused devastating financial and human losses across the U.S.\, with cumulative disaster costs reaching nearly $3 trillion since 1980. In 2024 alone\, 27 major disasters resulted in damage exceeding $1 billion each\, underscoring the urgent need for resilience measures to protect lives\, property\, and local economies. \nThe 2025 Moving Forward report Retrofitting for Resilience outlines the urgent need for proactive investment in disaster mitigation strategies. It highlights that every $1 spent on resilience can yield up to $13 in savings from avoided losses\, according to the 2019 National Institute of Building Sciences Mitigation Saves Study. It also urges policymakers\, industry leaders\, and communities to take immediate action to support the retrofitting of buildings and infrastructure for enhanced resilience in the face of increasingly frequent and severe natural disasters. \nJoin us for a Congressional briefing on the findings of the new report\, which outlines how strategic investments in disaster mitigation can save lives\, protect property\, and strengthen local economies. This timely discussion will highlight: \n\nEvidence-based strategies for retrofitting buildings and infrastructure\n\n\nPolicy recommendations to support resilient communities nationwide\n\n\nS. 1323: The Facilitating Increased Resilience\, Environmental Weatherization and Lowered Liability (FIREWALL) Act\n\n  \nKeep scrolling for a video of the briefing.
URL:https://nibs.org/event/congressional-briefing/
LOCATION:Rayburn Congressional Office Building\, Room 2167\, Rayburn Congressional Office Building\, Room 2167
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20250626T120000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250626T130000
DTSTAMP:20260405T172003
CREATED:20250428T133809Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250627T160648Z
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SUMMARY:Implementation of BIM/Digital Twins at MTA NY
DESCRIPTION:This presentation will provide a case study on how the Metropolitan Transportation Authority – NY (henceforth MTA) approaches and implements BIM and Digital Twins\, including valuable insights\, lessons learned\, and best practices. It will also examine the software stack on which MTA has standardized for BIM and Digital Twins\, and describe data management practices employed for these technologies. \nMTA owns and/or operates significant transportation assets in the NYC Metropolitan Area\, including a subway and bus network within the city itself\, commuter railroads out to the suburbs\, and several vehicular bridges & tunnels. MTA has been implementing BIM on select capital projects for the last 15 years. Over the past few years MTA has started combining other digital data\, such as point clouds\, reality models\, and photogrammetry with the BIM models\, thus creating Digital Twins. Since 2022\, BIM has been required on a greater portion of capital projects\, thus accelerating the rate of implementation. Although MTA’s assets are primarily horizontal\, early BIM projects focused on discrete\, vertical facilities\, such as passenger stations\, fan plants\, bus depots\, and signal buildings. However\, over the past few years MTA has also been modeling horizontal (civil) assets that are receiving capital work\, such as tracks\, bridges\, and subsurface utilities. Session Description- This presentation will provide a case study on how the Metropolitan Transportation Authority – NY (henceforth MTA) approaches and implements BIM and Digital Twins\, including valuable insights\, lessons learned\, and best practices. \n\nLearning Objectives\n\n\n\n\n\nLearn about MTA’S- BIM Directive & Evaluation Criteria\, BIM Statistics.\nLearn about MTA- Data integration and Standard Libraries.\nLearn about- MTA’S Digital Twin Platform.\nLearn what Digital Twin Implementation challenges MTA has faced\, and related Lessons Learned.
URL:https://nibs.org/event/implementation-of-bim-digital-twins-at-mta-ny/
CATEGORIES:Building Innovation Webinar Series,External ORG Event,NIBS Location Event,Webinar
LOCATION:
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250628
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250702
DTSTAMP:20260405T172003
CREATED:20250515T180535Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250530T091518Z
UID:10000091-1751068800-1751414399@nibs.org
SUMMARY:2025 BOMA International Conference & Expo
DESCRIPTION:The BOMA International Conference & Expo is known as the ultimate destination for property professionals—and not just because of the top-quality educational programming and the business solutions found at the Expo. This is your opportunity to step outside your day-to-day and celebrate your industry\, discover how best-in-class properties are navigating changes in the market\, see the latest trends come to life … and you can even win prizes! Take a look at what’s happening this year\, then get ready for an unforgettable trip to Philadelphia.
URL:https://nibs.org/event/2025-boma-international-conference-expo/
LOCATION:Boston Convention Center\, 415 Summer St\, Boston\, MA\, 02210\, United States
CATEGORIES:External ORG Event,NIBS Location Event,Webinar
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250716T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250716T140000
DTSTAMP:20260405T172003
CREATED:20250428T110218Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250721T184125Z
UID:10000034-1752670800-1752674400@nibs.org
SUMMARY:Part 1: Electronic Leak Detection for Roofing\, Waterproofing\, and the Building Envelope
DESCRIPTION:This one-hour course will cover electronic leak detection (ELD) testing methods used for quality assurance of roofing and waterproofing membranes. \nParticipants will learn about the principles outlined in the ASTM Standard Guide D7877 and ASTM Standard Practice D8231 and will be able to identify which assemblies are compatible with electronic testing and active monitoring. \n\nLearning Objectives\n\n\n\n\nRecognize the differences between the four electronic testing methods for roofing and waterproofing membranes.\nUnderstand the capabilities and limitations of electronic leak detection (ELD) as outlined in ASTM Guide D7877 & ASTM Practice D8231.\nIdentify potential future design and construction failures based on analyzed data from real time construction monitoring.\nDistinguish different applications for fully monitored embedded leak detection systems and how they function.
URL:https://nibs.org/event/part-1-electronic-leak-detection-for-roofing-waterproofing-and-the-building-envelope/
LOCATION:Virtual Event
CATEGORIES:Advancing Building Enclosure Technology,BEST Webinar Series,External ORG Event,NIBS Location Event,Webinar
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250717T010000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250717T140000
DTSTAMP:20260405T172003
CREATED:20250428T110559Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250721T184216Z
UID:10000037-1752714000-1752760800@nibs.org
SUMMARY:Part 2: Electronic Leak Detection: Lessons Learned from ELD Testing and Continuous Monitoring
DESCRIPTION:In this session\, we will cover the lessons learned from multiple case studies regarding electronic leak detection (ELD) quality control testing as part of new construction\, forensic testing in existing buildings with active leaks\, and continuous moisture monitoring for conventional roofing. \nParticipants will learn about the principles outlined in the ASTM Standard Guide D7877 and ASTM Standard Practice D8231 and will be able to identify common causes for moisture intrusion. \n\nLearning Objectives\n\n\n\n\nUnderstand the science\, capabilities and limitations of ELD\, as outlined in ASTM Guide D7877 & ASTM Practice D8231.\nRecognize common causes of failures found in numerous types of roofing and waterproofing membranes.\nIdentify potential future design and construction failures based on analyzed data from real-time construction monitoring.\nDistinguish different applications for ELD testing and continuous moisture monitoring for risk mitigation and loss control.
URL:https://nibs.org/event/part-2-electronic-leak-detection-lessons-learned-from-eld-testing-and-continuous-monitoring/
LOCATION:Virtual Event
CATEGORIES:Advancing Building Enclosure Technology,BEST Webinar Series,External ORG Event,NIBS Location Event,Webinar
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250722T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250722T140000
DTSTAMP:20260405T172003
CREATED:20250428T133804Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250728T184703Z
UID:10000068-1753189200-1753192800@nibs.org
SUMMARY:Aligning Resilience Goals in the Built Environment: How Risk Management Processes & Standards Incentivize Resilience
DESCRIPTION:Given the increasing frequency and severity of natural hazards and the dire predictions of climate scientists\, it is imperative to redouble efforts to mitigate climate change and adapt to reduce the catastrophic risks of a worsening climate and sea level rise. Likewise\, it is important to proactively address natural hazards caused by geological processes\, such as earthquakes. \nHowever\, there always are competing priorities within capital and operational budgets for buildings and infrastructure\, making it challenging to appropriately allocate funding to mitigate potential future risks. For investors\, lenders\, insurers\, and property managers\, it is increasingly important to assess climate and natural hazard risks and vulnerabilities\, and to prioritize\, plan\, and implement resilience measures to guard against future losses. \nThis interactive panel session will introduce the emerging practice of climate and natural hazard risk assessment. We will learn about some of the tools and methods currently being used to assess and mitigate vulnerabilities\, while improving the resilience and performance of new and existing buildings. \nPanelists will explore how the standards and information gathered during commercial real estate (CRE) finance and development can drive resilience investment. This will include an introduction to the new ASTM E3429 Standard Guide for Property Resilience Assessment and its application in CRE transactions\, as well as a guide for resilience-focused capital improvement planning. Panelists also will share an overview of new resilience requirements included in frameworks and new voluntary standards\, such as the USGBC’s LEED version 5 rating system\, the application of U.S. Resiliency Council (USRC)\, and the FORTIFIED program standards by IBHS\, all currently being used in CRE finance and development. \n\nLearning Objectives\n\n\n\n\nAssess how hazards are impacting buildings and infrastructure\nUnderstand how regulatory and industry trends are affecting commercial real estate\nReview the primary risk management processes and standards for hazards\nConsider how these processes and standards can be used to reduce risks and create value in commercial real estate
URL:https://nibs.org/event/aligning-resilience-goals-in-the-built-environment-how-risk-management-processes-standards-incentivize-resilience/
LOCATION:Virtual Event
CATEGORIES:Building Innovation Webinar Series,External ORG Event,NIBS Location Event,Webinar
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250731T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250731T150000
DTSTAMP:20260405T172003
CREATED:20250428T133226Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250801T131104Z
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SUMMARY:Coastal Resilience Planning and Adaptation for Waterfront Facilities
DESCRIPTION:In 2023 and 2024 a two-part workshop on Resilience of Naval Waterfront Facilities in a Changing Climate was held\, co-sponsored by the Naval Facilities Engineering and Expeditionary Warfare Center (NAVFAV-EXWC) and the Coasts\, Oceans\, Ports\, and Rivers Institute (COPRI) of ASCE. Part I of the workshop focused on developing non-stationary extreme wind speeds\, sea level rise\, and flooding loads on waterfront facilities\, while Part II of the workshop exclusively involved life-cycle assessment\, performance-based resilience planning and adaptation design to help protect public safety and to enrich the life quality in coastal communities including military installations. Resilience-based decision-making ensures community stakeholders have quantifiable information to select the most effective and efficient mitigations and/or adaptation strategies. Such quantification requires community-level models of physical infrastructure such as buildings\, roadways\, and water/power networks to be fully coupled with social and economic models by using computational tools and platforms\, such as the Interdependent Networked Community Resilience Modeling Environment (IN-CORE). The impact of coastal multi-hazards is assessed in terms of infrastructure damage and service loss (e.g.\, disruption of goods flow through port and intermodal transportation). The potential to leverage robust community modeling\, often referred to as digital twins\, to assess the coupling between short- and long-term impacts is also highlighted. \nThis webinar intends to present the lessons learned from the workshop\, based on the group discussions of over one hundred coastal resilience leaders and professionals from government agencies\, industry\, and academia. A discussion will focus on implementation of innovative methodologies and techniques on updating the structural design loads on waterfront facilities for non-stationary extreme wind speeds\, sea level rise\, and flooding hazards; developing performance-based and site-specific resilience planning and adaptation for coastal operation continuity; and promoting computational tools and platforms\, such as IN-CORE. \n\nLearning Objectives\n\n\n\n\nReview available datasets and tools on establishing the relationship between extreme events and performance of coastal structures and infrastructure systems;\nEstablish the basic concept of extreme event effects (e.g. winds\, floods\, and tsunamis) on structural design codes and standards;\nInform best practices of life-cycle adaptation and a risk-based decision-making process to decision-makers for coastal resilience planning strategies; and\nPromote interdependent community and infrastructure system models that are available for use in engineering practices (e.g.\, IN-CORE) and the training necessary for civil engineers and government planners who may use these models.
URL:https://nibs.org/event/coastal-resilience-planning-and-adaptation-for-waterfront-facilities/
LOCATION:Virtual Event
CATEGORIES:Building Innovation Webinar Series,External ORG Event,NIBS Location Event,Webinar
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250805T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250805T140000
DTSTAMP:20260405T172003
CREATED:20250428T111313Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250807T133922Z
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SUMMARY:Harnessing the Power of Cool Exterior Walls to Enhance Heat Resilience
DESCRIPTION:Extreme heat causes more deaths in the United States than any other natural disaster. \nDiscussions around the role of buildings in heat mitigation and resilience often focus on air-conditioning\, and while A/C can be lifesaving\, it also increases peak cooling demand\, greenhouse gas emissions\, and waste heat released back into the environment. Further\, regions with historically cooler climates and low percentages of air-conditioned homes are now experiencing longer\, more frequent\, and more intense heat waves\, leaving residents without A/C at risk of heat illness and death. \nIncorporating passive cooling strategies in new construction and building retrofits is critically important to improve heat resilience in buildings without access to A/C and to reduce A/C demand in conditioned spaces. \nLike cool roofs\, which are required for most buildings in California and for commercial buildings in several other U.S. cities and states\, cool exterior walls efficiently reflect solar radiation back into the atmosphere instead of transferring it as heat into buildings. For a single building\, this helps reduce solar heat gain\, indoor temperatures\, and A/C use\, while increasing resilience to extreme heat\, particularly in buildings with little insulation or that do not have or are unable to operate A/C. On a larger scale\, this helps raise the community’s albedo\, lower outdoor temperatures\, mitigate heat impacts\, reduce peak cooling demand\, and decrease greenhouse gas emissions. \nThis presentation will describe the impacts of cool exterior walls on buildings and communities and the radiative properties of solar reflectance and thermal emittance\, which determine the coolness of a wall surface. It also will provide examples of potential HVAC energy cost savings resulting from cool exterior wall use in different U.S. climates and equip attendees with the ability to estimate building-specific savings using a publicly available tool developed by Lawrence Berkeley National Laboratory. Additionally\, the presentation will summarize wall radiative property provisions in codes\, standards\, and programs\, including the 2024 International Energy Conservation Code\, ASHRAE Standard 90.1\, and LEED v4.1\, and provide a tutorial for how to find and interpret independently verified radiative property data for exterior wall materials. \n\nLearning Objectives\n\n\n\n\nExplain how cool exterior walls can reduce a building’s solar heat gain and lower temperatures of buildings and surrounding communities.\nDescribe the surface radiative properties solar reflectance and thermal emittance\, which influence the coolness of building exteriors.\nEstimate building-specific cool exterior wall HVAC energy cost savings using Lawrence Berkeley National Laboratory’s Cool Surface Savings Explorer and local electricity cost data.\nCompare the radiative properties of exterior wall materials and understand which materials will meet project requirements using a third-party database of rated products.
URL:https://nibs.org/event/harnessing-the-power-of-cool-exterior-walls-to-enhance-heat-resilience/
LOCATION:Virtual Event
CATEGORIES:Advancing Building Enclosure Technology,BEST Webinar Series,External ORG Event,NIBS Location Event,Webinar
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250811T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250811T170000
DTSTAMP:20260405T172003
CREATED:20250811T183450Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250811T183450Z
UID:10000125-1754899200-1754931600@nibs.org
SUMMARY:BEC Greater-Detroit Symposium
DESCRIPTION:The Building Enclosure Council of Greater Detroit is proud to celebrate their Symposium with you again. For each Symposium\, the BEC-GD symposium presents a distinguished panel of speakers to discuss the current and upcoming trends in building enclosure performance and evaluation. \nThe event includes a continental breakfast\, lunch\, and snacks. As in previous years\, there will be Continuing Education Credits and a raffle for prizes for attendees who visit all of the vendors and obtain a signature from each.
URL:https://nibs.org/event/bec-greater-detroit-symposium/
LOCATION:VisTaTech Center\, 18600 Haggerty Road\, Livonia\, MI\, 48152\, United States
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250819T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250819T130000
DTSTAMP:20260405T172003
CREATED:20250714T163749Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250819T194838Z
UID:10000117-1755604800-1755608400@nibs.org
SUMMARY:Data-Driven Success: How Being a Data-Centric Organization Maximizes the Value of Digital Technologies
DESCRIPTION:Is your organization getting the most out of the digital technologies it deploys and data generated on your projects? This session will share the latest findings of a study conducted by NIBS and Dodge Construction Network\, that examines how nearly 200 owners in the US construction industry are deploying digital technologies on their projects and the value generated by their use. The session will also look at the degree to which these owners have transformed their policies and practices to make their organization more data-centric\, which allows them to significantly increase the project benefits that these technologies provide and their ability to leverage project data throughout their organization\, from capital planning to design and construction to asset management and operations. \nFor owners\, this session provides a roadmap for getting more out of their digital technology investments and the kinds of data-centric policies and practices they need to consider. For architects\, engineers and contractors\, the session also offers great examples of how to transform their own organizations to become more data-centric\, but more importantly\, it reveals how to build a competitive advantage through a better understanding of their clients’ digital and data needs\, and how to stay relevant as the industry continues down the path of digital transformation. \nJoin Roger Grant\, VP of Building Technology with NIBS\, and Dr. Donna Laquidara-Carr\, Industry Insights Research Director at Dodge Construction Network\, as they discuss the top findings and recommendations from the study and what they mean to everyone engaged in planning\, design\, construction and operations of buildings and civil infrastructure in this digital age.
URL:https://nibs.org/event/data-driven-success-how-being-a-data-centric-organization-maximizes-the-value-of-digital-technologies/
LOCATION:Virtual Event
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250819T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250819T150000
DTSTAMP:20260405T172003
CREATED:20250811T182506Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250811T182506Z
UID:10000124-1755612000-1755615600@nibs.org
SUMMARY:Adventures in Hygrothermal Modeling
DESCRIPTION:Hygrothermal modeling\, the analysis of heat and moisture transport through building enclosure assemblies\, reveals many of the climate-specific building science secrets that are key to durable design of walls and roofs and other assemblies. Debunking rules of thumb and avoiding answers of “it depends” – data and analysis can reveal exactly how many inches of a certain insulation are required\, exactly what perm-rating will optimize an assembly\, and what kind of havoc a reservoir cladding system can create. Case studies will be shown that demonstrate when perm rating matters and when it does not\, the impact of roof membrane color and the risks of “cool roofing\,” and when HT (high-temp) rated membranes are actually required. This presentation’s ulterior motive is to convince the audience that every architecture firm should be doing in-house hygrothermal modeling as an integral component of climate-specific\, durable\, and resilient design.
URL:https://nibs.org/event/adventures-in-hygrothermal-modeling/
LOCATION:Virtual Event
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250904T081500
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250904T173000
DTSTAMP:20260405T172003
CREATED:20250702T134005Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250702T134005Z
UID:10000105-1756973700-1757007000@nibs.org
SUMMARY:Elevate 2025
DESCRIPTION:The scope and severity of the widening gap in America’s built environment workforce has risen to the level of a national security issue. The workforce shortage across the built environment has evolved from a past problem into today’s major crisis and will become a disaster in its own right if left unaddressed. Past and current strategies and interventions have failed to provide solutions at scale. ELEVATE2025 brings together leaders and policymakers to understand the true scope and severity of the built environment workforce crisis threatening communities across the country. Through high-impact sessions\, we will introduce the challenges and potential policy solutions. Join influential change makers in supporting our nation’s security and growth.
URL:https://nibs.org/event/elevate-2025/
LOCATION:The National Building Museum\, 401 F Street NW\, Washington\, DC\, 20001\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250916T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250916T140000
DTSTAMP:20260405T172003
CREATED:20250801T144305Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251001T180009Z
UID:10000120-1758027600-1758031200@nibs.org
SUMMARY:Understanding the FHWA's "Advancing BIM for Infrastructure National Strategic Roadmap"
DESCRIPTION:The Federal Highway Administration has a vision of how they would like all US DOTs to conduct their Digital Project Delivery activities by 2031. This session will delve into the objectives of this vision\, the driving motivations behind it\, the timeline and milestones\, and the support available to ensure success. Additionally\, the session will address the evolving roles and responsibilities of DOT consultants\, contractors\, and technology partners in relation to the Advancing BIM for Infrastructure National Strategic Roadmap. \nLearning Objectives \n\nUnderstand the FHWA’s suggested ten-year timeline for moving to a BIM based project delivery methodology\nUnderstand the benefits of U.S. transportation agencies moving to a BIM based project delivery methodology\nUnderstand the challenges for U.S. transportation agencies to move to a BIM based project delivery methodology\nUnderstand the funding sources available to assist U.S. transportation agencies moving to a BIM based project delivery methodology.
URL:https://nibs.org/event/understanding-the-fhwas-advancing-bim-for-infrastructure-national-strategic-roadmap/
LOCATION:Virtual Event
CATEGORIES:Building Innovation Webinar Series
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250918T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250918T200000
DTSTAMP:20260405T172003
CREATED:20250515T214941Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250530T091220Z
UID:10000089-1758207600-1758225600@nibs.org
SUMMARY:2025 Vitruvian Honors & Awards Ceremony
DESCRIPTION:The Facade Tectonics Institute’s Vitruvian Honors & Awards program celebrates excellence and innovation in the field of facade design and delivery. This program honors outstanding projects\, project teams\, and individuals who have made extraordinary contributions to facade design\, engineering\, fabrication\, installation\, and lifecycle performance. These achievements exemplify FTI’s mission to advance the art\, science\, and technology of designing\, planning\, and constructing high-performance building facades for the benefit of both people and the planet. \nFTI’s 2025 Vitruvian Lecture & Awards Committee has curated thirteen distinct categories that align with The Institute’s vision and mission\, celebrating innovation\, collaboration\, and achievement within the AECO industry.
URL:https://nibs.org/event/2025-vitruvian-honors-awards-ceremony/
LOCATION:Center for Architecture\, 536 LaGuardia Pl\, New York\, 10012\, United States
CATEGORIES:External ORG Event,NIBS Location Event,Webinar
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250924
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250927
DTSTAMP:20260405T172003
CREATED:20250515T214511Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250626T184600Z
UID:10000088-1758672000-1758931199@nibs.org
SUMMARY:Smart Home and Furnishings 2025
DESCRIPTION:Smart Home and Furnishings Conference and Exhibition is the premier event dedicated to showcasing the latest advancements in smart home technology. From groundbreaking products and expert presentations to interactive demos and invaluable networking opportunities\, this event is designed to inspire and connect everyone passionate about enhancing modern living through smart solutions. Discover the trends\, tools\, and technologies that are shaping the way we interact with our homes. Join MIE Group in bridging global markets\, connecting the brightest minds and most innovative companies from the United States\, MENA\, and GCC. Together\, we will explore smart living solutions that are shaping the homes of tomorrow.
URL:https://nibs.org/event/smart-home-and-furnishings-2025/
LOCATION:Rosemont\, IL\, Rosemont\, IL\, United States
CATEGORIES:External ORG Event,NIBS Location Event,Webinar
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250925T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250925T160000
DTSTAMP:20260405T172003
CREATED:20250515T214222Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250805T165741Z
UID:10000087-1758790800-1758816000@nibs.org
SUMMARY:BEC-N Symposium on Building Science and Enclosure Technology
DESCRIPTION:The Chicago Building Enclosure Council has been chosen as the host of the 2025 National BEC Symposium. This year’s event will be held at the Chicago Architecture Center. Please visit the event website for more information.
URL:https://nibs.org/event/bec-regional-symposium/
LOCATION:Chicago Architecture Center\, 111 E. Wacker Drive\, Chicago\, IL\, 60601\, United States
CATEGORIES:External ORG Event,NIBS Location Event,Webinar
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250929T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250929T190000
DTSTAMP:20260405T172003
CREATED:20250722T204021Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250722T204021Z
UID:10000119-1759138200-1759172400@nibs.org
SUMMARY:IWBI Healthy Building Policy Summit
DESCRIPTION:This fall\, the International WELL Building Institute (IWBI) is proud to host its second annual Healthy Building Policy Summit in Washington\, DC\, building on the momentum of last year’s groundbreaking inaugural event. Returning for another powerful gathering\, IWBI and Georgetown University are teaming up again to bring together a diverse group of policymakers\, government officials\, industry leaders and experts to explore the pivotal role of policy at all levels of government in shaping the future of healthier\, more resilient buildings that enhance human health and well-being. \nThis year the Summit aims to spark dynamic discussion\, foster engagement and drive meaningful advancements in key policy areas—ranging from the urgent need to improve indoor air quality and the evolving technology landscape to pioneering state and local policy innovations and emerging code and regulatory frameworks. Attendees will engage in dynamic conversations about policy actions that can accelerate the creation of healthier environments\, while learning from compelling speakers across various sectors. The Summit will also highlight Members of Congress and Administration officials who are at the forefront of advancing policies to support health in buildings. \nThe Summit will cover a range of vital topics\, including: \n\nThe Evolving IAQ Policy Landscape: A central theme woven throughout the day’s programming\, this topic area will explore emerging indoor air quality strategies\, policies and bold new approaches that are reshaping standards\, investments and public expectations across sectors.\nTechnological Advancements: Exploring how technology is being put to work to support healthier buildings and improve occupant experiences.\nGovernment Leadership by Example for Health and Well-being: Discussing how governments\, particularly the state and local levels\, are taking action to deploy solutions for public buildings that help safeguard occupant health and well-being.\nPolicy Innovations: Exploring new and emerging policies that promote healthier building practices.\nHealthy and Sustainable Building Practices: Highlighting how building policy is being reimagined to deliver on ambitious health and sustainability goals simultaneously.\nCase Studies and Use Cases: Showcasing successful implementation of healthy building policies and practices from around the country.\nLegislative and Regulatory Updates:\nProviding updates on key legislative and regulatory actions impacting healthy building initiatives.\n\n  \nJoin us for this landmark event as we chart a course for a healthier future where the future of building policy is better positioned to support health\, productivity and overall well-being.
URL:https://nibs.org/event/iwbi-healthy-building-policy-summit/
LOCATION:McCourt School of Public Policy\, 125 E Street NW\, Washington\, DC\, 20001\, United States
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251001T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251001T140000
DTSTAMP:20260405T172003
CREATED:20250618T152823Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251008T214114Z
UID:10000103-1759323600-1759327200@nibs.org
SUMMARY:Healthy and Efficient Buildings: Policy Frameworks\, Standards\, and Tools for Improving Indoor Air Quality
DESCRIPTION:Healthy buildings are critical for resilient communities. With advances in science\, policy\, and technology\, buildings can now promote occupant well-being while enhancing energy performance. This session will examine emerging policy frameworks\, standards\, and tools designed to improve indoor air quality (IAQ) and foster healthier environments across sectors. \nLeading experts will present the scientific and economic case for healthy buildings—linking enhanced ventilation and IAQ to reduced disease transmission\, improved cognitive function\, higher productivity\, and better quality of life for vulnerable populations. The session will explore current ventilation standards that integrate disease risk management\, as well as practical strategies for implementation by building professionals. \nWhile momentum for energy efficiency is growing\, parallel federal support for healthy buildings remains limited. This discussion will outline a forward-looking policy roadmap for advancing IAQ at the state and federal levels—including opportunities through the U.S. Department of Energy\, EPA\, CDC\, and GSA. Participants will learn how low-cost sensors and performance-based IAQ targets can be integrated into existing infrastructure to sustain healthier indoor environments with a case study from the commercial sector. \nLearning Objectives \n\nUnderstand the impact of improved ventilation and indoor air quality on building occupants\, both for health and productivity\nIdentify tools and guidelines that building managers and engineers can use to improve the health of building occupants and reduce risk\nUnderstand state and federal policies that drive healthier buildings\, along with policy gaps\nLearn about simple targets for indoor air quality and an implementation framework for building managers\, using building performance air quality standards
URL:https://nibs.org/event/healthy-and-efficient-buildings-policy-frameworks-standards-and-tools-for-improving-indoor-air-quality/
LOCATION:Virtual Event
CATEGORIES:Building Innovation Webinar Series,Webinar
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251008T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251008T170000
DTSTAMP:20260405T172003
CREATED:20260105T203631Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260109T174718Z
UID:10000156-1759928400-1759942800@nibs.org
SUMMARY:Inaugural FHWA Digital Delivery Stakeholder Group (DDSG) Meeting #1
DESCRIPTION:The Digital Delivery Stakeholder Group (DDSG) is a collaborative initiative led by FHWA to coordinate and integrate various digital delivery efforts across the transportation sector. The\nDDSG is an open meeting that brings together representatives from State DOTs\, AASHTO Technical Committees\, and industry.\nThe inaugural DDSG Meeting\, held in conjunction with IHEEP 2025\, will: \n\nHighlight ongoing activities across FHWA programs\, Pooled Funds\, AASHTO technical\ncommittees\, and industry initiatives.\nProvide presentations grounding attendees in the current state of digital delivery efforts.\nIdentify areas of alignment\, duplication\, and fragmentation across initiatives.\nExplore strategies to advance a unified industry approach supporting lifecycle data\nintegration from planning through asset management.\n\n  \nMore Information can be found at:\nAdvanced Digital Construction Management Systems\nTransportation Pooled Fund\nThe American Council of Engineering Companies (ACEC)\nAssociated General Contractors of America (AGC)\nAmerican Road and Transportation Builders Association (ARTBA)\nJoint Subcommittee on Data Standardization (JSTAN)\nCommittee on Design – Electronic Engineering Standards (JTCEES)\nbuildingSMART International\nNational Institute of Building Sciences \nFor More Information on Digital Delivery:\nAdvancing BIM for Infrastructure: National Strategic Roadmap\nBIM for Infrastructure Transportation Pooled Fund Clearinghouse\nACEC Position Paper on Digital Delivery in Engineering\nAGC Policy Statement on Digital Means and Methods\nARTBA Policy Statement on Digital Construction \nMeeting Recording: \n\nComing soon\nMeeting Agenda\n\n  \nDDSG Inaugural Meeting #1 Available Presentations: \n\nDDSG Meeting slides including Agenda\, DDSG Summary and Membership information presented by Roger Grant – DDSG_Workshop1_IHEEP_2025-v2_7Oct2025\nOverview of Digital Delivery projects and activities in the U.S. presented by Will Holmes and Will Sharp based on presentation made at recent bSI Standards Summit –  bSI_Berlin_20250918 slides.pdf \nOverview of the Federal Highway Administration Advancing BIM for Infrastructure National Strategic Roadmap presented by Roger Grant – DDSG FHWA NSR Summary.pdf\nUpdate from the American Road & Transportation Builders Association on Digital Construction activities presented by Cyndee Hoagland – ARTBA Innovation Tech Slides DDSG Reauth Edit Oct 8 2025.pdf\nUpdate on current activities of the AASHTO Joint Committee on Electronic Engineering Standards (JTCEES) presented by Sam Woods – JTCEES for DDSG at IHEEP 2025.pdf \nUpdate on buildingSMART International and US chapter activities presented by Ian Howell – bSUSA Update for DDSG – Ian Howell – iHEEP 08 OCT 2025.pdf\nUpdate on the National Institute of Building Sciences activities on the National BIM Standard U.S. and work on ISO Standards presented by Roger Grant – 2025NIBS Standards Activity Update for DDSG IHEEP Meeting.pdf \nTPF-5(523) BIM for Bridges and Structures Pooled Fund: Project Overview & Update presented by Thomas Hanski and Will Sharp – TPF-5(523) BIM for Bridges_10-min-Update_2025_10_08b.pdf\nBIM for Infrastructure Pooled Fund TPF-5(480): Project Overview and Update presented by Thomas Hanski – IHEEP_BIM4InfraTPF_Clean.pdf\nOverview of IFC Validation and Software Certification Program Pooled Fund presented by Ian Howell – TPF Validation and Certification Slide.pdf
URL:https://nibs.org/event/inaugural-fhwa-digital-delivery-stakeholder-group-ddsg-meeting/
LOCATION:Sheraton Myrtle Beach\, Rooms 102-103
CATEGORIES:FWHA DDSG
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251009T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251009T180000
DTSTAMP:20260405T172003
CREATED:20250811T182022Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250811T182158Z
UID:10000123-1759996800-1760032800@nibs.org
SUMMARY:Wagdy Anis Symposium on Building Science 2025
DESCRIPTION: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 promotion of controlling air leakage in buildings through the use of a continuous barrier\, he also was committed to many other aspects of producing sustainable buildings\, and contributed significantly to development of building enclosure performance and commissioning standards.’ Learn more about his legacy and the 2025 Symposium this October 9th at Architects.org.
URL:https://nibs.org/event/wagdy-anis-symposium-on-building-science-2025/
LOCATION:BSA Space\, 290 Congress Street\, Suite 200\, Boston\, MA\, 02210\, United States
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251021T070000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251021T163000
DTSTAMP:20260405T172003
CREATED:20250515T213954Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250626T184941Z
UID:10000086-1761030000-1761064200@nibs.org
SUMMARY:Greater Detroit Building Enclosure Council Annual Symposium
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://nibs.org/event/greater-detroit-building-enclosure-council-annual-symposium/
LOCATION:Livonia\, MI\, Livonia\, Michigan
CATEGORIES:External ORG Event,NIBS Location Event,Webinar
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251023T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251023T130000
DTSTAMP:20260405T172003
CREATED:20250923T124440Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251030T142837Z
UID:10000131-1761220800-1761224400@nibs.org
SUMMARY:Extreme Heat 101 & the Policy Landscape
DESCRIPTION: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 their roles\, responsibilities\, and strategies to mitigate heat risks and build resilience. \nFor all AECO professionals and legislators\, this session will equip you with foundational knowledge and insights to engage meaningfully in the heat resilience movement. \nLearning Objectives: \n\nUnderstand the Basics: Define extreme heat and explore its causes\, health impacts\, and social implications\, especially in the context of climate resilience.\nNavigate the Policy Landscape: Identify key policies\, frameworks\, and initiatives addressing extreme heat at the local\, state\, and federal levels.\nClarify Government Roles: Learn how different levels of government coordinate and respond to extreme heat.\nExplore Opportunities for Action: Discover ways individuals\, organizations\, and communities can support and influence heat resilience efforts through advocacy\, planning\, and partnerships.
URL:https://nibs.org/event/extreme-heat-101-the-policy-landscape/
LOCATION:Virtual Event
CATEGORIES:NIBS + FAS Extreme Heat Series,Webinar
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251029T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251029T130000
DTSTAMP:20260405T172003
CREATED:20251001T165842Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251030T143012Z
UID:10000137-1761739200-1761742800@nibs.org
SUMMARY:ASCE’s Report Card for America’s Infrastructure
DESCRIPTION: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. \nLearning objectives: \n\nOverall performance and status of the nation’s infrastructure\nLeading issues which affect the U.S. infrastructure network and main barriers to addressing these\nSolutions to address longstanding infrastructure needs and promote improvements\nHow the report can help to inform key infrastructure stakeholders including Congress and federal agencies as well as private\, and non-profit organizations
URL:https://nibs.org/event/asces-report-card-for-americas-infrastructure/
LOCATION:Virtual Event
CATEGORIES:Building Innovation Webinar Series,Webinar
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251112T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251112T130000
DTSTAMP:20260405T172003
CREATED:20250929T115952Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251201T172722Z
UID:10000136-1762948800-1762952400@nibs.org
SUMMARY:What Should Drive the Sustainability Bus\, IEQ or Energy?
DESCRIPTION:Sponsored By: \n \n \nEfficiency 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 programs focus exclusively on enclosures and equipment and have superficial Indoor Environmental Quality (IEQ) requirements. The hope is that the assembled systems will deliver the desired indoor climate with the modeled energy. The flaws in this approach are demonstrated in the poor results from thousands of post occupancy evaluations. \nDuring this session\, participants will learn the human sciences behind thermal comfort and air quality and how energy and exergy efficiency is the natural outcome from engineering the indoor environment using human factor design tools. \nLearning Objectives: \n\nAvoiding discomfort within the built environment is what drives energy use.\nOccupants don’t care about energy models\, they care about how they feel.\nThe body’s respiratory systems and how they are impacted by the quality of air.\nThe body’s thermoregulatory systems and how they are impacted by the architecture\, enclosure and interior systems as the primary control points before mechanicals.
URL:https://nibs.org/event/what-should-drive-the-sustainability-bus-ieq-or-energy/
LOCATION:Virtual Event
CATEGORIES:Advancing Building Enclosure Technology,BEST Webinar Series,Webinar
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251119T073000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251121T170000
DTSTAMP:20260405T172003
CREATED:20250721T164828Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250721T164828Z
UID:10000118-1763537400-1763744400@nibs.org
SUMMARY:SBC 2025: Accelerate Readiness!
DESCRIPTION: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: \n\nDeliver the most comprehensive and useful market research experience possible for all attendees\nLearn of and/or share upcoming contracting opportunities for small businesses\nConnect with teaming partners\nSupport the Nation’s contracting goals\nEngage in above-board networking between private companies and federal program managers and procurement/contracting officers\n\nMore than a dozen federal agencies have participated in SBC in recent years\, including the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers; Naval Facilities Engineering Command; Air Force Civil Engineer Center; Department of Veterans Affairs; Veterans Health Administration; Department of Energy; General Services Administration; Department of State; Small Business Administration; Environmental Protection Agency; Federal Emergency Management Agency; Federal Aviation Administration and National Aeronautics & Space Administration. \nFounded in 1920\, SAME unites public and private sector individuals and organizations from across the architecture\, engineering\, construction\, environmental\, facility management and maintenance\, cybersecurity\, project planning\, contracting and acquisition\, and related disciplines in support of national security.  SAME leads collaborative efforts to identify and resolve national security infrastructure-related challenges.
URL:https://nibs.org/event/sbc-2025-accelerate-readiness/
LOCATION:Phoenix Convention Center\, 100 N 3rd Street\, Phoenix\, AZ\, 85004\, United States
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251209T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251209T150000
DTSTAMP:20260405T172003
CREATED:20250923T124606Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260319T232936Z
UID:10000132-1765288800-1765292400@nibs.org
SUMMARY:A Cooling Conundrum: Setting the Stage for Resilient Cooling
DESCRIPTION:Every region in the U.S. is experiencing record-breaking heat. More households now require home cooling solutions to maintain safe and livable 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 aging power grid increasingly prone to blackouts. What Americans need to be prepared for more extreme temperatures is a resilient cooling approach. Resilient cooling works across three interdependent systems — buildings\, communities\, and the electric grid — to affordably maintain safe indoor temperatures during extreme heat events and reduce power outage risks. \nThis webinar will overview resilient cooling\, implicated technology systems and the policies needed to affordably cool people and communities under extreme heat conditions. Participants will hear directly from experts about dimensions of access and affordability\, public health\, workforce development\, and grid reliability. \nLearning Objectives: \n\nUnderstand the Basics: Define extreme heat and the vulnerabilities created by the rapid scaling of air conditioning and mechanical cooling systems.\nClarify the Landscape of Need: Explore the essential imperatives to rethink the way we cool as heat waves increase in duration.\nExplore Strategies for Action: Discover the concept of resilient cooling as a strategy to address existing cooling needs\, while ensuring affordability\, health\, sustainability\, grid resilience\, and workforce development.\nClarify Stakeholder Roles: Learn how different levels of government and non-governmental organizations coordinate and play a role in advancing resilient cooling for both households and communities.\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/a-cooling-conundrum-setting-the-stage-for-resilient-cooling/
LOCATION:Virtual Event
CATEGORIES:NIBS + FAS Extreme Heat Series,Webinar
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