The AIA New Jersey Committee on the Environment (COTE) is seeking speakers for East Coast Green 2026: Designing for Sustainability, a two-day virtual conference taking place Friday, July 10 and Friday, July 17.
We invite you to submit proposals that share educational, forward-thinking strategies and real-world case studies focused on sustainability in the built environment. Topics of interest include, but are not limited to:
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Sustainable design strategies and performance outcomes
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Decarbonization and climate action
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Resilience and climate adaptation
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Equity, inclusion, and environmental justice
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Health, wellness, and sustainability
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Circular economy and resource efficiency
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Green infrastructure and ecosystem integration
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Emerging tools, technologies, and data-driven design
Presentations must be educational in nature and align with AIA CES requirements (HSW-eligible). Interdisciplinary and collaborative proposals are strongly encouraged.
π Submission Deadline: March 20, 2026
π Details and submission guidelines: See attached Call for Speakers PDF
π Submit online: https://aia-nj.org/call-for-speakers/apply-online/
Questions? Contact Christina Goldstein, CMP, AIA NJ Director of Events and Operations at cgoldstein@njpsi.com.
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Christina Goldstein
AIA New Jersey
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