The BuiltWorlds Building Tech Research Track serves as a continuous venue for individuals of all company types to identify, research, network, and understand innovations in building products, materials, and technologies with a particular focus on technology and innovation related to sustainability and carbon footprint reduction. Additionally, the group will cover the latest tech and trends regarding how we plan, design, and operate the built environment sustainably, in addition to how new energy systems are factoring into this equation.
Focus Areas:
Research Reports
In addition to our library of annual reports, BuiltWorlds Building Tech Research Track Members have exclusive access to track-specific tech specialty reports and buyer’s guides on a variety of topics:
Research Topic Areas:
Early Concept & Feasibility Stage
Test Fit Technology
Digital Prototyping/Smart Design Solutions
Generative Design/Rapid Prototyping
Design Development Stage
Energy Modeling Software
Lifecycle Assessment (LCA)/Environmental Impact Analyses
Compliance/Permitting Tools
Construction, Operations, & Handover Stage
Project Management Software
Digital Twins
Design Review and Quality Assurance Stage
QA & QC Review Tools
Materials Innovation Stage
Next-Generation Materials with Reduce Embodied Carbon
Durable Materials
Working Group Sessions
BuiltWorlds’ working group sessions are exclusive, closed-door gatherings reserved for research track members. Facilitated by the BuiltWorlds team and led by expert speakers from within the network, these sessions bring together industry stakeholders for deep, collaborative discussions, both virtually and at BuiltWorlds events throughout the year.
Upcoming Sessions
In-Person Working Group Session @ BuiltWorlds AI/ML Conference | February 2026
In-Person Working Group Session @ BuiltWorlds Buildings & Materials Conference | May 2026
Past Speakers Include
John Cerone
Principal, SHoP Architects
Robert Knight
Senior Smart Buildings Consultant, Arup
Sonja Flint
Associate Director, bKL Architecture
Vincent Melanson
Innovation Manager - R&D & Special Projects, Pomerleau
Want to test out a Working Group Session before joining the track?
Limited spots are available at each session. Email research@builtworlds.com for more information.