ClimateTech '25: Technologies for Action
The built environment plays a significant role in climate change and resource depletion, making the transition to sustainable design practices in the Architecture / Engineering / Construction (AEC) industries urgent. This symposium brings together AEC sustainability experts, technology providers and others to discuss the innovative tools, practices and trends that support this critical transition. Panel topics will focus on the tools and strategies to achieve low carbon design goals, support sustainable building certifications, meet emerging code requirements, adopt new technologies at all firm scales, and introduce circularity into the design process.
Stop by the Technology Showcase to interact with the latest technologies and tools for designers and engineers to build better, with climate in mind.
AGENDA
9:30: Doors Open
10:00 - 10:10: Welcome
10:10 - 10:20: Keynote
10:30 - 11:20: Panel Discussion #1 | Carbon Accounting
A focused discussion on the importance of carbon accounting, exploring why it's critical now, the tools available for measuring emissions at various project phases and scales, and the role of high-quality visualizations and outputs appropriate for each stage.
11:30 - 12:20 PM: Panel Discussion #2 | Climate & Codes
This discussion explores CALGreen and evolving carbon codes, focusing on their impact on building design, technology adoption, and carbon tracking during construction. It addresses gaps in current practices and emphasizes the need for collaboration between policymakers, design tech companies, and the AEC community to align with regulations, support compliance, and drive sustainable innovation.
12:20 - 1:20: Lunch Break & Technology Showcase
1:20 - 2:10: Panel Discussion #3 | Climate Tech in the Office
A discussion on how firms of all sizes can adopt and advocate for ClimateTech, addressing team motivation, stakeholder engagement, and project integration. Topics include the role of circular economy, human health, equity, and the business case for climate-focused design, with actionable strategies for overcoming barriers and building industry-wide alignment.
2:20 - 3:10: Panel Discussion #4 | Material Circularity & Climate
How can architects and engineers design to prioritize reuse, recycling, and repurposing building materials? Join this diverse panel of experts to discover the design tools and technologies needed to create a more circular, flexible, and less climate-impactful built environment–delivering material savings in the short term and enhancing building value in the long term.
3:15 - 3:35: Closing Address & Thank You's
3:35 - 6:00: Networking, Food & Drinks, and Technology Showcase
6:00: Event Ends
4 LUs Pending
Sponsorship Opportunities
Join leading AEC professionals for a day-long exploration of digital tools driving net-zero design, carbon reduction, and sustainable building innovation.
$1,500-$10,000
Program Sponsor
Bronze