TAP+COTE Symposium at AIA25

When:  Jun 4, 2025 from 08:45 AM to 05:00 PM (ET)

Advancing a Sustainable Future through Technology Innovation

Wednesday, June 4, 8:45am-5pm  |  Boston
Program code: SYM102  |  Fee: $279 / $149  | CE: 6 LUs HSW

    

Session listed on AIA25 website at conferenceonarchitecture.com/schedule/. 

The built environment plays a significant role in climate change and resource depletion, making transitioning to sustainable design practices an imperative priority in the AEC industry. This symposium addresses the critical intersection of architectural practice, technological innovation, and environmental stewardship. Through expert-led panels, participants will explore strategies for integrating artificial intelligence, optimizing building performance, and navigating the evolving landscape of sustainable design and regulatory compliance. This event examines the practical application of advanced technologies, the importance of carbon accounting methodologies, and the collaborative approaches necessary for fostering resilient and equitable built environments, emphasizing actionable solutions for architects, engineers, and contractors of small and medium size.

This symposium is co-hosted by:

  • Technology in Architectural Practice, an AIA knowledge community (aia.org/tap)
  • Committee on the Environment, an AIA knowledge community (aia.org/cote)

     

How to register

  • Are you already attending AIA25? Register for the ultimate, full, or one-day conference pass at AIA25, then you'll select this all-day symposium as an add-on for $149.
  • Are you not attending AIA25? If you are only planning to attend this symposium, you can get a symposia-only pass for $279.
  • Everyone: Whichever pass you choose, all registrations should be done on conferenceonarchitecture.com - use this link to register. Look for this event under "Workshops & Symposia", and select "SYM102 - TAP + COTE Symposium". Please note that prices will go up after the early bird deadline of April 9!

     

Agenda 

Please note, schedule is still subject to change as we finalize the presentations

9:30am - Introduction to TAP+COTE Symposium
Presenter: Cesar Escalante, 2025 TAP Chair + Dan Stine, COTE leadership

8:45am - Keynote

9:45am - Panel: Regulatory Compliance and Sustainable Building Certification Strategies

10:45 - Break 

11am - Panel: Carbon Emissions Reduction / LCA 

12pm - Lunch (provided)

1:15pm - Decarbonization Tools (Forma)

1:45pm - Panel: Re:Think – Talks on Tech & Sustainability

2:00pm - Break

3:15pm - Panel: Implementation Strategies for Small and Medium firms

4:30pm - Closing remarks
Presenter: Cesar Escalante, 2025 TAP Chair + Dan Stine, COTE leadership

   

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