SBC 2025: Accelerate Readiness!
2025-11-19 07:30 - 2025-11-21 17:00 (America/New_York) | Phoenix Convention Center, 100 N 3rd Street, Phoenix, AZ, 85004, United States
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 for small businesses
Connect with teaming partners
Support the Nation’s contracting goals
Engage in above-board networking between private companies and federal program managers and procurement/contracting officers

More 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.
Founded 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.

A Cooling Conundrum: Setting the Stage for Resilient Cooling
2025-12-09 14:00 - 15:00 (America/New_York) | Virtual Event
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 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.
This 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.
Learning Objectives

Understand the Basics: Define extreme heat and the vulnerabilities created by the rapid scaling of air conditioning and mechanical cooling systems.
Clarify the Landscape of Need: Explore the essential imperatives to rethink the way we cool as heat waves increase in duration.
Explore 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.
Clarify 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.

Understanding the Challenges of Preventing Construction Site Fires
2025-12-11 13:00 - 14:00 (America/New_York) | Virtual Event
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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, and government agencies to explore the persistent issue of construction site fires. Participants will gain a comprehensive understanding of the causes, consequences, and mitigation strategies associated with fire incidents during the building phase.
Learning Objectives

Identify the risk & hazards associated with construction sites.
Examine the codes & standards that govern buildings under construction.
Analyze how new technologies can help keep construction sites fire safe.
Explore enforcement strategies to safeguard construction.

Clearing the Air: Advancing IAQ Policy for Healthier Communities
2025-12-16 14:00 - 15:00 (America/New_York) | Virtual Event
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 policy, standards, and implementation strategies across the built environment.
Attendees will gain insights into:

Federal and state-level IAQ regulations and emerging policy trends such as The Indoor Air Quality and Healthy Schools Act
The role of codes, ventilation standards, and energy efficiency mandates
Access to IAQ improvements for schools, housing, and workplaces
Pathways for women in the industry to promote innovation in IAQ policy

Whether you’re a policymaker, architect, engineer, facility manager, or public health advocate, this session will equip you with actionable knowledge to shape healthier indoor environments.

FHWA Digital Delivery Stakeholder Group (DDSG) – Virtual Stakeholder Meeting #2 – Jan 22
2026-01-22 12:00 - 15:00 (America/New_York) | Virtual Event
Overview
The Federal Highway Administration’s Digital Delivery Stakeholder Group (DDSG) will hold its second meeting virtually in three sessions over three days in January 2026. 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 three 3-hour sessions on January 22, 26 and 28 from 12:00 – 3:00ET are designed to maximize participation and collaboration in an online setting. As with all full DDSG meetings, this gathering is open to all interested parties and though you will need to register, is free to attend. We hope you will be able to join all three sessions.
What to Expect
During the January virtual stakeholder meeting, attendees will:

Review and discuss progress to date and direction for the DDSG 2025-26 Work Plan

Get an update from FHWA on digital delivery activities underway at the agency

Get updates on progress by Committees, Pooled Funds and Projects since the first DDSG Meeting

Review, discuss and plan existing and needed road mapping efforts

Plan for the in-person workshop coming up in March at GIS-T and for the year beyond

Who Should Attend

State DOT digital delivery, CADD/BIM, GIS, survey, construction, and asset management leaders

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, invited stakeholders, and any industry members interested in advancing digital delivery in the built environment. Registration is available now at the link provided. Be sure to download the appointment to get the sessions in your calendar.

FHWA Digital Delivery Stakeholder Group (DDSG) – Virtual Stakeholder Meeting #2 – Jan 26
2026-01-26 12:00 - 15:00 (America/New_York) | Virtual Event

Building For Tomorrow
2026-01-28 08:00 - 2026-01-29 17:00 (America/New_York) | Southern California, CA, United States
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 losses. These cascading failures underscore the urgent need to prioritize preparedness, protect critical lifelines, and invest in strategic, coordinated recovery.
Using Southern California as a case study, this summit aims to establish a national model for lifeline infrastructure resilience and smart capital investment. Federal, state, and local leaders will join utility providers, researchers, and resilience experts to chart a unified path forward, one grounded in interdependence, innovation, and the modernization of policies, codes, and systems that support long-term recovery.
Over two dynamic days, the summit will feature compelling keynotes and a mix of collaborative and hands-on sessions. Day 1 will feature policy makers and executive leaders from both public and private sectors for strategic discussions focused on forward-looking policy frameworks, including breaking down system silos, overcome integration hurdles, enhance data sharing, and foster collaboration to accelerate recovery and build long-term resilience. Day 2 will offer practitioners an in-depth look at cutting-edge technologies and building science innovations that are transforming how we retrofit, rebuild, and future-proof the built environment.

FHWA Digital Delivery Stakeholder Group (DDSG) – Virtual Stakeholder Meeting #2 – Jan 28
2026-01-28 12:00 - 15:00 (America/New_York) | Virtual Event

Building-System Strategies for Resilient Cooling
2026-02-11 13:00 - 14:00 (America/New_York) | Virtual Event
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 reduce the impacts of extreme heat on buildings, showcasing cooling solutions beyond conventional air conditioning. Participants will hear directly from experts on the policies that will enable greater proliferation of resilient cooling solutions that offer co-benefits for energy efficiency, reduced household energy burdens, and greater energy reliability.
Learning Objectives

Understand the Link Between Heat and Housing Affordability: Scope how housing infrastructure is unprepared for current temperatures, impacting consumers costs to adequately cool their indoor environments.
Explore Technology Solutions: Discover how resilient cooling technologies can offer co-benefits for energy efficiency and reduced household energy burdens, as well as resilience during power brownouts and blackouts.
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.

Digital Delivery Stakeholder Group (DDSG) – In-Person and Virtual Stakeholder Meeting #3 – Mar 19
2026-03-19 13:00 - 17:00 (America/Chicago) | Chicago, IL, Hyatt Regency McCormack Place following AASHTO GIS-T
Overview
March 19–20, 2026 | Chicago, IL Location: Hyatt Regency McCormack Place following AASHTO GIS-T Time: Thursday March 19 01:00-05:00CT and March 20 08:00-12:00CT
The Federal Highway Administration’s Digital Delivery Stakeholder Group (DDSG) will convene in Chicago this March for a two-day, in-person working session aligned with the AASHTO GIS-T Symposium. This gathering 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 half-day sessions taking place on the afternoon of March 19 and morning of March 20, are designed to maximize collaboration while allowing participants to engage in key GIS-T activities happening throughout the week.
What to Expect
During the March 19–20 stakeholder meeting, attendees will:

Align on progress from the 2025–2026 DDSG work plan.

Review updates from ongoing pooled fund initiatives and national research efforts.

Participate in facilitated discussions on data standards, model-based workflows, and implementation strategies across planning, design, construction, and asset management.

Explore case studies from state DOTs highlighting pilot projects, lessons learned, and emerging practices.

Help shape the roadmap for the next phase of national digital delivery coordination.

Who Should Attend

State DOT digital delivery, CADD/BIM, GIS, survey, construction, and asset management leaders

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, invited stakeholders, and industry partners. Registration is available now at the link provided. More information on in-person registration will be shared shortly. For information on separate registration for AASHTO GIS-T visit the conference website.

Digital Delivery Stakeholder Group (DDSG) – In-Person and Virtual Stakeholder Meeting #3 – Mar 20
2026-03-20 08:00 - 12:00 (America/Chicago) | Chicago, IL, Hyatt Regency McCormack Place following AASHTO GIS-T

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.

CxEnergy2026
2026-04-21 08:00 - 2026-04-24 10:00 (America/New_York) | 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

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

Building Innovation 2026
2026-05-18 08:00 - 17:00 (America/New_York) | Virtual Event
Building Innovation attendees come to explore challenges, possibilities, the latest tools, groundbreaking strategies, and more.
