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, […]
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. Leading experts will present the scientific and economic […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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