When
Sep 23, 2026 - Sep 24, 2026
Where
,WHERE BUILDING TECH & DATA CENTERS COME TOGETHER
The annual Buildings Conference explores innovation and emerging technology in the development, design, materials, and systems of buildings, with a specific emphasis on data centers and AI infrastructure. The event examines the current state and trajectory of building planning and operational solutions, strategies, and processes, providing insights and guidance on implementation, use cases, opportunities, and challenges.
Topics of Interest:
- Energy Generation & Power Requirements
- Water Consumption & Policy
- Site Selection & Feasibility
- Operations & Maintenance
- Project Execution & Delivery Models
- Material Selection
- Risk Allocation
- Owner Portfolio Management
PRICING AND REGISTRATION
$3,000 $2,400
Non-members that reserve their seat before July 17, 2026 will receive a 20% discount.
1 MEMBER TICKET
Members can also find the registration form at the bottom of this page.
PRICING VARIES
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Past speakers include...
Stefan Knust
Director of the Office of Sustainability, Resilience & Commissioning, NYC Department of Design and Construction
2026 Agenda
Day 1 Schedule
Research Track Working Group Meeting(s)
Location and time TBA
BuiltWorlds Startup Demo Day Competition
See short demonstrations by startups building solutions directly impacting the mission critical space. Startups presenting will represent largely early stages (Pre-Seed through Series A).
Location and time TBA
Day 2 Schedule
Registration & Breakfast
Welcoming Address
Keynote Address
Presentation
Navigating Power Scarcity: Strategies for 2026
Panel Discussion
Power is no longer a commodity; it is the ultimate constraint. This panel brings together developers, GCs, and other key stakeholders to discuss the reality of "power-first" site selection. The group will dive into creative utility negotiations, the rise of energy storage systems (BESS) to manage peak loads, and how builders are adapting to 48-month lead times for primary substations.
Networking Break
Systems Thinking for Rapid Acceleration of AI Factory Delivery
Case Study Presentation
How productization of the built environment is leading to better integration between Owner, Designer, and Builder. Designers model and simulate requirements and behavior to generate optimized designs, while Builders model and simulate production systems to provide vital constructability feedback to designers, and optimize production and the supply chain to deliver AI Factories months sooner.
The Nuclear Option: SMRs, Microgrids, and the Quest for Energy Independence
Panel Discussion
With the grid at capacity, the industry is looking "behind the meter." This session explores the transition from theoretical to practical application of Small Modular Reactors (SMRs) and hydrogen fuel cells. Panelists will debate the timeline for nuclear integration, the safety protocols required for on-site generation, and the role of microgrids in achieving true energy autonomy.
Lunch & Demo Day Winner Announcement
Supply Chain Resilience: From Lead Times to Prefabrication
Panel Discussion
In an era of "just-in-case" rather than "just-in-time" procurement, how are builders staying on schedule? This session highlights the shift toward industrialized construction, where speakers will share insights on vertical integration, the use of off-site prefabricated/modular units to bypass local labor shortages, and how to manage the risk of Tier 2 and Tier 3 supplier failures.
BuiltWorlds Research Presentation
Presentation
Networking Break
Where Are All the Data Centers Going to Go?
Panel Discussion
As Tier 1 markets reach saturation and grid availability tightens, the "Great Migration" to secondary and tertiary markets is no longer optional; it’s a necessity. This session addresses the rising complexities of land use, from tightening water consumption policies to the legislative pushback seen in emerging regions. Panelists will discuss how developers and GCs are navigating local moratoriums, implementing waterless cooling to satisfy environmental mandates, and mastering the art of community engagement to secure a "social license" in skeptical jurisdictions.
High-Tech Meets Old-School: Materials, Operations & Portfolios
Panel Discussion
This closing panel examines the shift toward low-carbon materials—such as mass timber and green concrete—and how they impact project insurance and structural feasibility. Beyond the build, we will explore how owners are managing the risk allocation of massive portfolios, balancing the need to retrofit aging legacy assets while maintaining the 99.99% uptime required for today’s high-density operations.
Fireside Discussion / Closing Presentation
Presentation
Closing Remarks & Reception
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