Billed as the world's largest annual architectural and commercial lighting trade show and conference, this 23rd annual event attracts some 2,000 attendees from across the globe. Themed "The Future. Illuminated," LFI offers keynote presentations and 200+ hours of CEU/LU/HSW accredited courses to educate architects, designers, FMs, commercial specifiers and related professionals on the industry's latest trends, innovations, and business solutions, with AIA, ASLA, BOMI, IDCEC and IES accreditations available. More than 475 companies from around the world exhibit the latest industry products ranging from high-end design to cutting-edge technology. Featured pavilions include: Building Integration, Global Light + Design, Daylighting and Design. All course registrations include free entrance to the LFI Exhibit Hall.

This event for the entire cleaning industry focuses on the latest solutions and trends in the areas of cleaning, maintenance, and facilities management.

For 60+ years, the SIOR Conference has been where commercial real estate industry professionals gather for networking and education—to exchange ideas, drive business and share deals. Titled "Riding the Growth Wave," the event offers general sessions, breakout sessions, specialty practice boards (SPBs), an exhibition, committee and council meetings, and optional events. The sessions offer CEUs for numerous states.

Titled "Experience" for 2012, this Australian architecture conference builds on ideas from the 2011 "Natural Artifice" conference, focusing on the real, sensed experience of architecture within its natural and constructed settings and the experience of designing and making architecture for the long view. The event features parallel events, exhibitions, displays, and events organized for students and young architects. A rich range of tours and events hosted by Queensland's leading architects will help attendees share the direct experience of the sub-tropical host river city in May.

FIABCI's 63rd real estate congress will convene RE professionals from around the world dealing in all types of property and from all property disciplines, to learn and to network. Themed "Preservation of Cultural Heritage in a Modern Metropolis" for 2012, the event offers an abundance of timely information, numerous opportunities for business development and networking, and more. International experts share new ideas for real estate development in various regions.

WREF 2012 is a combined event consisting of WREN's World Renewable Energy Congress (WREC XII) and ASES' 41st annual National Solar Conference. Supported by the International Solar Energy Society (ISES), the DOE's National Renewable Energy Laboratory (NREL), and the Colorado Renewable Energy Society (CRES), WREF 2012 includes over 200 sessions including presentations of technical papers, forum sessions and panel discussions. Titled "Em-Powering the World with Renewable Energy," the event also features the 37th National Passive Solar Conference, titled "The Built Environment;" the 7th Annual Renewable Energy Policy, Advocacy and Marketing Conference; and the CRES Annual Conference. The conference draws prominent speakers and technical presentations from universities, renewable energy laboratories, installations and industries around the world to examine how renewable energy technologies address the world's economic, environmental and security challenges at every scale, from off-grid villages to gigawatt power plants.

This 18th annual training conference and expo is designed for all levels of government and military personnel who make or influence procurement decisions, with thousands of attendees expected. The event offers free training, exhibits, networking opportunities, and space for government staff meetings. CLP-certified training courses offer the latest in acquisition, green solutions, technology, building solutions, e-tools and more, fulfilling annual DAWIA and CCA requirements. Hundreds of GSA-contracted vendors showcase their latest products, technologies and systems, featuring advancements in sustainability, interactive technologies and e-tools.

Produced in association with the British Institute of Facilities Management (BIFM), this 13th annual free FM event offers nearly 18,000 attendees (at the combined events) access to 300+ hours of free education and CPD content, 250+ exhibitors in the Facilities Show and a further 850+ suppliers across IFSEC and Safety & Health Expo, various networking events, and interactive show floor features, all designed to help FMs make their organizations more efficient, cost effective and sustainable. Special features include: Energy Management Zone, Prop IT Trail and Green FM Trail, as well as the FMX "40 Under Forty" showcase for young talent.

Co-located shows include:

• Safety and Health Expo (May 15-17)
• IFSEC (May 14-17): Commercial & Government Security/Fire

FMA Australia's 23rd annual conference, ideaction12, is billed as the premier FM industry event in Australasia. It focuses on the operation, management and maintenance of the Australia's buildings, precincts and community infrastructure, covering key FM issues and presenting the latest research and practical information. Local and international speakers provide a range of experiential and research learning in three core streams: Sustainability & Environment; Industry Development & Innovation; and Government, Compliance & Regulation. The event offers keynote presentations, educational sessions, site visits, networking events, and an exhibition of businesses providing FM services and products.

AIA's 155th convention offers thousands of architecture and building industry professionals nearly 200 education sessions and an Expo showcasing 700+ companies, as well as over 100 educational tours and networking/business events. The education program includes keynote presentations, preconvention workshops, , education sessions with LU credits, and expo education, covering topics ranging from business planning to marketing and business development, from zero net energy design to building codes. The Expo exhibits the latest products, services, and technologies, such as computer/automation/design software, doors and windows, flooring/floor systems, interior furnishings, lighting, preservation/restoration and sustainable/universal design. This year's theme, "Design Connects," explores how design has the power to bring people together across boundaries and make them stronger together.

The 24th annual ICFF showcases "what's best and what's next" in contemporary design, with an innovative exhibition, continuing education seminars and panels, and supplementary exhibits and features. It attracts over 25,000 interior designers, architects, facilities managers and others. Over 500 U.S. and international exhibitors from 26 countries display contemporary furniture, seating, carpet and flooring, lighting, outdoor furniture, materials, wall coverings, accessories, textiles, and kitchen and bath for residential, office and contract interiors.

Hosted by Puget Sound Energy, this 30th annual energy conference and technology expo is designed to help business, industrial, and institutional energy users improve energy efficiency and sustainability, and reduce energy costs. It covers promising new technologies, energy supply and alternative energy options, and innovative project implementation strategies. The multi-track conference covers a variety of topics, many specific to the region, and includes optional intensive seminars, with CEUs available. The Pacific Northwest Green showcase, co-presented by the U.S. EPA's ENERGY STAR, showcases the latest sustainable energy technologies for both new design and retrofits, and conference presentations cover related topics. Pre-register for free admission to expo ($40 on-site).

Titled "Facility Management: Global Responsibility—Local Acting" for 2012, this major international FM event convenes more than 500 delegates from different European countries and around the globe to address the challenges faced by FMs worldwide. The event offers educational sessions, an exhibition of the latest products and services, the European FM Awards, technical/study tours, and networking events. EFMC will show the latest findings from business and research in the areas of energy and environmental management, sustainability, building operation, FM organization, workplace concepts, risk and crisis management in FM, information and communication technology, and the European FM standard. Other topics will be the contribution of FM to corporate social responsibility (CSR) and added values provided by FM.

The IETC focuses on a wide variety of topics of current importance to industrial energy managers, utility experts, government program managers, vendors and others from North America and around the world. The latest technologies and expertise on combined heat and power, smart manufacturing, and energy opportunity analysis are presented, as well as case studies of successful, real-world industrial efficiency projects. The technical program, plenary sessions, workshops and panels offer education regarding industrial innovations, energy use and waste reduction programs, and the latest in various state and federal programs affecting industry, with take-home information to help participants make immediate improvements in their facilities.

SAPOA's 44th convention brings together all types of stakeholders to exchange ideas and catch up on the latest local and international trends and developments in the commercial and industrial property market, and to interact with all levels of government. Themed "Today and Tomorrow" for 2012, the event attracts some 1,200 delegates and 80+ national and international exhibitors, offering a forum for interaction, networking and new insights on what the industry can do today to ensure a successful tomorrow.

The annual NASFA conference convenes state facilities professionals responsible for the planning, development, operations and maintenance of state facilities, including hospitals, prisons, parks, and colleges and universities, as well as private sector FM providers. The event offers general and concurrent conference sessions; an extensive exhibition of FM products and services; a Parade of States, Parade of Sponsors, and Parade of Exhibits with distilled presentations; regional meetings; an awards banquet; networking opportunities; and an optional tour of the Tennessee State Capitol. Education sessions and interactive roundtables cover such topics as architecture and engineering; operations and maintenance; disaster preparation and response; the cloud; making facility construction projects claims resistant; building information modeling (BIM); LEED Volume Certification; and managing energy costs.

Safety 2012 is ASSE's 101st annual international occupational safety and health professional development conference and exposition. It offers over 200 educational sessions; an expo featuring hands-on demonstrations; several technical tours; and numerous networking events. Educational sessions are offered on four experience levels in a variety of formats, including 50+ pre- and post-conference seminars, executive panel sessions, roundtables, research poster sessions, and certification preparation workshops. 20+ topic tracks include: corporate social responsibility/sustainability, emergency management/security, environment/hazardous materials, ergonomics, fire protection, health/industrial hygiene, healthcare, and more, with CEU/COCs, CM points and CMPs available. Nearly 4,000 attendees from close to 40 countries are expected, along with some 400 exhibitors from several countries.

Supported by the Hong Kong chapters of IFMA, AIA, ASHRAE, CIBSE and CIOB and several other organizations, Build4Asia is a 4-in-1 sustainable architecture, design, building services and electrical engineering tradeshow. Build4Asia 2012 is anticipated to convene 12,000+ Asian facilities-related professionals for its co-located shows and conferences, to network and share ideas and experiences. Over 500 international exhibitors in 15,000 sqm of exhibition space will display the latest global products and technologies, ranging from electrical supply, transmission & distribution, architectural interiors, light, sound & visual to hospitality design & technology. Also co-located with: Asian Securitex 2012, the 12th Asian International Security, Safety and Fire Protection Show & Conference. Additional co-located shows include: 2012 FAPECA Conference, Integrate 2012 Facility Management Conference and Architecture and Design Conference.

The 7th Annual NEBFM features over 300 companies exhibiting products and services necessary for the operation, management, maintenance and renovation of all types of buildings and facilities in the greater New England region. The concurrent educational conference features 30 sessions on such topics as: the LEED program, green, sustainability, energy, building commissioning, facilities maintenance, construction and renovation planning. The IFMA-Boston Chapter produces, monitors and provides CFM credit for each session.

Conference focused on improving end-to-end reliability in data centers.

This 10th annual green building event convenes over 1000 attendees to connect and learn about the latest trends and ideas in Canadian green building and sustainability. Themed "Beyond Buildings: The Green City," this year's conference offers a variety of education sessions, many of which are focused on how your city can be transformed into a vibrant, sustainable community. The education streams include: Beyond Zero: Next Generation Buildings and Communities; Advances in Building Performance Management; and The Green Building Industry: Markets, Technologies/Products, Jobs and Trade. The 100+ booth tradeshow is a one-stop showcase of some of Canada's green building industry's most innovative companies, products and services. Continuing education credits are available to support LEED AP credentials, and sustainability site visits are offered. Early-bird pricing ends May 1.

NeoCon is billed as North America's largest exhibition of contract furnishings for the design and management of the built environment. More than 40,000 industry professionals will gather at this 44th annual show featuring the latest design trends, products, and concepts in office, healthcare, hospitality, residential, institutional and government interior environments. The comprehensive conference offers keynote sessions, association forums and 120+ CEU-accredited seminars at three skill levels, in 12 tracks: Office Design: Dealer Strategies; Environmental Design; Facilities Construction & Renovation; Facilities Technology; Facilities Management; Healthcare Design; Hospitality Design; Institutional Design; Lighting Design; Professional Development; Residential Design and Senior Housing. More than 700 exhibitors showcase and debut thousands of commercial furnishings products and services including architectural products, artwork and accessories, building products and services, fabric, floor coverings, furniture, kitchen and bath, lighting, outdoor furniture, stone and tile, technology, textiles and wall coverings in 1 million sq. ft. of exhibition space.

This focused summit allows just 50 qualified participants to meet a limited number of top suppliers and providers of FM services, products, and solutions in a relaxed, professional environment. Complimentary attendance for senior managers, directors and buyers who are directly concerned with their facilities' FM, maintenance and operations includes top-level workshops and meals in a luxury hotel venue. The organizers create a personalized itinerary of appointments as an efficient way for attendees to connect with providers.

Separate but co-located events:

Total Security Summit

Disaster Recovery & Business Continuity Forum

Strategic facilities management event. Site in German.

This 14th annual conference and expo brings together commercial, corporate, institutional and government real estate, facilities and energy/sustainability professionals to explore the latest technology tools and innovations for the CRE industry. For the past few years, the event has focused on ways of showing an ROI for technology investments and for creating business value through the use of technology. The producers feel everything is now in place for accelerated adoption of technology and radical transformation of the traditional business processes seen in the real estate industry, so this year's theme is "FAST FORWARD—Transforming Real Estate Operations with Technology, Automation and Innovation!" The conference offers 24 dynamic, relevant education sessions in 7 tracks as well as numerous networking opportunities. The Realcomm and IBcon Expos showcase state-of-the-art technology products and services specifically for the CRE industry, with 100+ vendors. Organizations are encouraged to bring teams from various departments for the most practical benefit.

Co-located events:

• IBCon 2012 (June 13-14): "Where IT, FM, PM and Energy Meet to Discuss Smart Buildings," IBcon will explore the exciting new intelligent building ecosystem and learn about the business objectives, technical requirements and organizational adjustments required to transform existing buildings and new construction into this next generation of low energy-consuming, operationally efficient, occupant-pleasing and financially optimized real estate. It features 28 educational sessions in 6 tracks, and a co-located Expo with Realcomm.

• InfoComm 2012 (June 9-15): 72nd annual tradeshow for the professional audiovisual and information communications industries, billed as the largest, most comprehensive AV trade show in the world, featuring 300+ seminars and a comprehensive expo, with 925+ exhibitors and over 34,000 AV professionals from over 90 countries around the world.

This annual industrial hygiene and occupational and environmental health and safety (OEHS) event attracts more than 5,000 professionals from around the globe for training, an exhibition and networking, including close to 100 social events. Over 150 education programs, including technical sessions and PDCs, address professional development, scientific issues, management trends, industry innovations and more. CEUs, CMPs, and CM, RM and COC points are available. Topics include: construction sites, engineering, environmental issues, ergonomics, exposure assessment strategies, green building/LEED, healthcare sites, incident planning and response, IEQ, lab health and safety, mold, noise, and more. An extensive Expo presents the latest OEHS products, services, and technologies displayed by 300+ exhibitors.

The annual conference of the World Green Building Council convenes international green building leaders for keynotes, educational sessions, networking, and WorldGBC Members' Day, where members can help shape the direction of the WorldGBC and the green building movement. The event shares new visions, insights and strategies, and covers rating tools and common carbon metrics, green building policies, and more. This year Congress is being merged with the DGNB's Consense [see FMLink entry below], one of Europe's leading green building conferences and expos. Early Bird discounts available until May 15.

Themed "Ideas for Change: How Great Facilities Management Makes the Difference," Th!nkFM delivers insights and strategies to help FM professionals move forward successfully in challenging times. Supported by FMWorld, GlobalFM and CoreNet Global, the event provides educational sessions, an exhibition, and networking opportunities.

This fifth international trade fair and congress for sustainable building, investment, operations and maintenance promises concrete solutions and new products and strategies. Consense 2012 is a source of inspiration for the building and real estate industry and a platform to showcase products, to exchange information and ideas, and to establish new contacts. Themed "Perspectives 2020: Challenges and Opportunities for the Built Environment" for 2012, the congress offers keynote speeches and over 20 workshops on a variety of topics. This year Consense will host the globally active World Green Building Council [see FMLink entry above], with experts from over 80 countries.

Themed "Shaping Tomorrow's Built Environment Today" for 2012, this annual conference offers a technical program, continuing education courses, plenary sessions, general and technical tours, and networking events. The event, expected to attract some 2000 attendees from 60 countries, provides technical guidance to increase the efficiency of buildings and systems. The conference offers courses in 7 tracks: HVAC&R Systems & Equipment; HVAC&R Fundamentals and Applications; Integrated Energy Systems; Building Modeling Applications; Refrigeration Applications; Indoor Environmental Applications; and Integrated Building Controls, with PDHs, AIA LUs, and CEUs available.

Themed "Achieving High Performance through Innovation" for 2012, this premier annual commercial real estate event convenes building owners and managers from across the United States and around the world representing every type of building to discuss current trends and best practices, and to learn firsthand what industry leaders are doing to stay ahead. The Every Building Show provides innovative products, services and technologies that benefit all types of buildings, with leading suppliers who demonstrate how to increase operational efficiencies, enhance property values and reduce costs. The Office Building of the Year (TOBY) Awards recognize quality in office buildings and reward excellence in office building management.

The fourth annual World FM Day is a Global FM initiative to celebrate the importance of the FM profession. It aims to raise the FM profession profile around the globe, promoting facilities management's ideals, not only within the profession and industry, but also among governments and the general business community. Global FM member organizations on six different continents will celebrate World FM Day by holding public events such as governmental partnerships, networking events, award presentations, luncheons, video presentations, social media campaigns and more. The core message this year is: "Celebrating Success!" Global FM invites everyone to share their latest achievements and successes as a FM professional, as a team, company or country, with the goal of ensuring a "fantastic celebration" of all the successes achieved by FM professionals and the industry.

After successful conferences in Hong Kong (2009), Singapore (2010), and Italy (2011), this fourth annual event will showcase what is new and exciting in energy research and development that offers opportunities for translation into sustainable solutions. With "Energy innovations for a sustainable world" as the theme, major topics include renewable and green energy resources, advanced energy technologies, energy conservation in buildings, energy systems for power generation, and environment and climate change.

Titled "Dealing with and Managing Through Change," this 49th annual event helps healthcare FM professionals provide a safe and functional environment for their facilities. It convenes over 1,900 FMs, maintenance managers, architects, construction managers, interior designers, and related healthcare facilities professionals to gain insights into how to streamline processes, reduce costs, and increase efficiencies to optimize the healthcare physical environment. The conference offers plenary and keynote sessions, and over 35 concurrent educational sessions on 3 experience levels in 7 tracks, including Compliance Strategies, FM Fundamentals, Operational Excellence, and PDC for the Facility Manager. The technical exhibition features some 250 exhibitors showcasing the latest healthcare FM products and technology. A Preconference Certified Healthcare Facility Managers (CHFM) Exam Review and Preparation is offered. Early Bird discount by June 14.

APPA's annual conference and exposition is a major networking and learning event for educational facilities professionals, drawing over 500 facilities officers, directors and managers from throughout the United States, Canada and the world. APPA 2012 will explore the latest trends, challenges and solutions facing facilities organizations within colleges and universities; K-12 private and public school systems; and libraries, museums and other institutions of learning. General and breakout sessions from over 100 presenters offer the latest practices, solutions and guidance on such topics as sustainability, organizational change, emergency management systems, energy system innovations, and the latest changes in relevant codes and standards. APPA's EFP credential prep course will be offered.

Total Facilities Live is the exhibition, networking and learning event for managers of the workplace and built environment. Bringing together the Facilities Expo, Safe Buildings Expo, Energy Solutions Expo and Total Facilities Conference, it is the single destination in Australia for anyone managing, operating or maintaining a commercial or institutional building. From safety and security to maintenance repairs and building services, office fit-outs and energy management solutions to predictive and preventative maintenance technologies—the free-to-attend Expos present the latest products and solutions designed to help cut costs, improve the workplace environment, optimize building performance, and create a more sustainable, carbon-efficient facility. The Total Facilities Conference offers valuable insights on what is new, what works, and what is next in the world of facilities management. Local and international facilities leaders share best practices and strategies in 40+ sessions across 9 themed tracks, covering the topics vital to the FM mission. Keynote presentations, which are free with pre-registration before the Early Bird date, feature international facilities executives who are responsible for the management, maintenance or retrofitting of the Empire State Building, Marriott International hotels, NASA headquarters, and the U.S. federal government's High Performance Green Buildings program.

This premium business event offers a unique format for solution providers and senior FM executives to interact through one-on-one business meetings and organized networking activities in a luxurious, low-pressure setting. Solution providers also attend strategic summit sessions led by thought leaders from the largest corporations across North America, and delegates can attend cutting-edge keynote presentations and workshops on pertinent and relevant issues in the industry.

Modeled after IFMA's flagship event World Workplace, this annual educational and networking event provides valuable resources to support facilities professionals in meeting the current and future needs of their facilities, organizations and cities. Held in Singapore, which is developing rapidly as a dynamic global city and international hub for facilities management, World Workplace Asia will address current and future Asian and global workplace issues. The event features keynote sessions, a diverse exposition of facilities-related products and services, networking opportunities and on-site facilities tours. The well-rounded program will benefit professionals representing all aspects of the work environment, including: facilities management, real estate, information technology, human resources, engineering, architecture, design, security and other related industries.

FMLink is a Sponsoring Publication for this event.

NACUBO's 50th annual meeting is recognized as the premier event for higher education business office professionals. Along with prominent speakers from across the industry sharing their expertise, the meeting offers timely education sessions covering a range of relevant topics to help the business office successfully manage challenges and implement practical solutions. Early Bird rates end March 31.

Energy efficiency professionals and decision makers from various sectors around the world gather at this 17th biennial conference, themed "Fueling Our Future with Efficiency," to discuss the technological basis for, and practical implementation of, reducing global energy use and climate impacts associated with all types of buildings. Interaction among participants is promoted through both structured and unstructured sessions, including refereed papers, informal and display sessions, and plenary sessions.

Themed "Buildings for a Better World," Facilities America is becoming one of the largest and most well-respected annual conference and expositions for facilities engineering, operations and management in the world. Attendees can network with peers and experts in the industry while gaining insight from timely education sessions and innovative product demonstrations. The conference features: AFE's world-recognized certification program; three hot-topic education tracks with 18 sessions (Sustainability in Facilities Management, Career Development, and Latest Technology in Facilities Management); Capitol Hill Advocacy Day; AFE Chapter Awards Reception; Chapter Leadership Development Institute (LDI); and a facility tour.

This biennial expo is billed as the largest HVAC&R event in Mexico and the second largest in the world, convening over 8,000 contractors, engineers, FMs and other HVAC&R professionals.

This biennial event for the cleaning industry in Europe, the Middle East, Asia and the international community offers the latest products and services, integrating technology, research, design and innovation. Based on the successful Pulire show in Italy and other regions, the inaugural Eurasia event in 2010 featured 70 businesses and over 1,700 visitors. Product categories include machines; components; sanitary appliances and accessories; cleaning, maintenance and disinfection products; equipment for cleaning/maintenance/safety; disinfestation and anti-rodent measures; and miscellaneous services. The event highlights the latest cleaning standards and policies, as well as emerging trends and best practices.

AFEC is dedicated to increasing the skills and knowledge of facilities managers, engineers and related professions in the Rocky Mountain Region, preparing them to meet the demands of their occupation now and in the future. Themed "Fresh Solutions that Pay Back" for 2012, the show attracts over 900 industry professionals from hospitals, manufacturing facilities, government sites, schools and universities, hotels, data centers, warehouses, and office buildings. It offers cutting-edge exhibits from some 100 manufacturers as well as seminars on industry trends, and networking opportunities. Seminar tracks: Leadership & Management, Building Systems, Facility Technology, Energy, Leading Edge/Best Practices, Design & Code Compliance, and LEED & Sustainability. Seminars are approved for CPD, CFM, CE, CEU, and FMP points.

Annual global corporate real estate (CRE) summit.

Considered the largest technical-scientific meeting of this industry, the 19th International Conference of the World Federation of Building Service Contractors; the 22nd Regional Higiexpo (Exhibition of Hygiene, Cleaning and Maintenance Products and Services); and the 11th ENEAC (National Meeting of Cleaning and Maintenance Companies) are co-located for 2012. The meeting stems from a partnership among FEBRAC, SEAC and ABRALIMP. Thus, suppliers and contractors will be assembled in a unique opportunity to meet and spend time with the major professionals from the whole service chain, as well as national and international market players. Some 1,200 delegates are expected from around the world, with a total of about 5,000 visitors anticipated in all.

This tenth annual design exposition for commercial interiors with a focus on the federal government convenes more than 7,500 architects, interior designers, FMs, space planners and real estate professionals, including thousands of government specifiers responsible for the repair, retrofit and green building modernization of public buildings. Supported by the U.S. General Services Administration (GSA), the show offers a special focus on products appearing on the GSA procurement schedule. Over 30 CEU-accredited seminars and keyknote addresses cover such areas as facilities management, facilities construction and renovation, green design, healthcare, institutional, office design and lighting. Over 250 exhibitors showcase products and services for corporate, government, hospitality, healthcare, institutional, and retail interiors, including carpet/flooring, furniture, lighting, seating, software technology, textiles, wall treatments and more.

Considered to be a major business networking event, this annual convention offers women professionals in the real estate industry access to top speakers, keynote and concurrent educational sessions, leadership training and industry exhibitors.

This 35th annual national energy event helps end users and professionals in all areas of the energy field assess the "big picture" of the industry and its future, including economic and market forces, new technologies, regulatory developments, and industry trends. It offers a multi-track conference agenda, technology workshops in the exhibit hall, tours of local energy installations, and a comprehensive exposition of the market's most promising new technologies. Topics include: energy efficiency, renewable energy, combined heat & power/cogeneration/distributed generation, integrated building automation & energy management, lighting efficiency, HVAC systems and controls, thermal storage and load management, boilers and combustion controls, geoexchange technologies, solar and fuel cell technologies, applications specific to federal energy management programs, and energy services and project financing, with CEUs and PDHs available. The WEEC also serves as the Association of Energy Engineers' annual convention. Pre-register for free WEEC show admission ($40 on-site).

Special features include:

FEMWorks 2012--special multi-track portion of the WEEC conference offering a comprehensive series of workshops for federal energy managers; and

GreenStreet expo showcase--show highlighting the latest green/sustainable energy technologies now available for both new design and retrofit projects, with conference presentations covering such topics as LEED certification and building commissioning; high-performance facilities; federal initiatives; and reducing carbon emissions. Co-presented by the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency's (EPA) Energy Star program.

As the annual conference of IFMA, this 33rd annual FM event brings industry leaders from the world's top business and government organizations together with educators and exhibitors to analyze the trends and new products impacting today's built environment. This year's event focuses on the next phase of "smart" facilities management--leading change, driving innovation, and advancing the business you support. The collaborative forum draws some 5,000 attendees from 40 countries representing all aspects of the work environment--FM and property management, real estate, engineering, architecture and design, security and more. Concurrent sessions address cutting-edge issues and trends as well as real-world techniques, in several tracks and at all knowledge levels, with educational credits available, including for IFMA's three credentials: CFM, FMP, and SFP. The comprehensive exposition provides hundreds of the latest products and solutions for every facet of the built environment and for every facility type and size. Held in San Antonio, the nation's seventh largest city, the event features exclusive back-of-house facility tours of some of the city's finest attractions, including the Alamo, the Pearl, Rackspace Headquarters, and the Gonzalez Convention Center. Keynote speakers are: former Apple "chief evangelist," venture capitalist and New York Times bestselling author of 10 books Guy Kawasaki, and preeminent global security authority and author of the autobiography Catch Me if You Can Frank Abagnale, who has worked with the FBI for more than 30 years. Early Bird discount ends August 3.

BUILDEX Calgary focuses on designing, building and managing real estate. The tradeshow and conference attracts more than 4,000 industry professionals, and features over 250 exhibits and 35+ educational seminars impacting three distinct professional markets, all under one roof: Interior Design & Architecture, Property Management, and Construction & Renovation.

Building on the successful Ecobuild America format and co-organized by the Philippine Constructors Association Inc. (PCA) and the Philippine Society of Ventilating, Air-Conditioning & Refrigerating Engineers Inc. (PSVARE), this conference and exhibition for design and construction professionals is reportedly unique in Asia. The event offers sustainable, high-performance technology solutions for the entire lifecycle of the built environment, covering the integration of ecology and technology for the entire building project team. It provides an opportunity for U.S., Asian and other global public and private companies to meet face to face with prospective buyers and major players of the real estate and construction industry.

"The Productivity Show" is designed for professionals looking to reduce workplace-related injuries, improve productivity, and grow the bottom line by building an ergonomics program or maximizing an existing program, on any budget. The conference provides quality ergonomics products, ideas and services for industrial, office and healthcare workplaces and more, with CEUs and CM and COC points available. The Expo will showcase thousands of ergonomics and safety products and services.

Billed as the world's largest conference and expo dedicated to green building, this event convenes over 30,000 building professionals from nearly 90 countries for educational sessions, a comprehensive exhibition, green building tours, and networking events. The conference offers LEED workshops and concurrent educational sessions, with continuing education credits for LEED and other professional credentials. Some 1,000 exhibitors showcase the latest in innovative products and services, exemplifying the idea of utilizing green to grow business, in "the world's largest expo hall devoted to green building." Early Bird discounts available.

This combined event is billed as Canada's largest building design and construction show. Co-located shows include: HomeBuilder & Renovator Expo, PM Expo, Concrete Canada, the DesignTrends Pavilion and the National GreenBuilding Conference.

This event offers sustainable, high-performance solutions for the entire lifecycle of the built environment, covering the integration of ecology and technology for the entire building project team.

Major annual HVAC&R marketplace.

Marking over 50 years of success, ISH is "the world's largest trade fair" for innovative restroom design, energy-efficient heating and air-conditioning technology, and renewable energies. It convenes over 200,000 visitors from 140 countries, from installers and engineers to architects and designers, to maintenance professionals and specifiers. This integrated industry platform offers information about current trends and long-term developments. Some 2,400 manufacturers present innovative and sustainable products and forward-looking solutions in the areas of Water, Energy, and the World of Installation Technology.

This major biennial U.K. event attracts over 8,000 visitors across a wide range of sectors involved in the international cleaning and support services industry, including professionals from education, healthcare, industrial, leisure, government, retail and office/commercial facilities. FMs, hospital managers and procurement directors find advice ovn all aspects of the cleaning business, whatever the size of their business. Hundreds of exhibitors launch new products and showcase the latest equipment and services.

This interior/exterior commercial construction show is geared toward wall and ceiling contractors, general contractors, architects, specifiers, and others in the commercial construction industry. The expo showcases the latest industry products and solutions. The AWCI Convention and the CISCA Convention are co-located.

International industrial hygiene and occupational and environmental health and safety (OEHS) event.

Can Clean is billed as the largest exposition in Canada aiding facilities in their quest for cleaning standards, sustainability, hygiene and infection control. Some 130 exhibitors showcase the most innovative cleaning products available from across Canada and the United States, including floor care equipment, paper products, waste disposal systems, cleaning chemicals and microfiber products. Keynote speakers and seminars address current hot topics affecting the cleanliness and hygiene of facilities.

The major annual event for professionals who design, plan, or manage any type of commercial interior.

This event offers sustainable, high-performance solutions for the entire lifecycle of the built environment, covering the integration of ecology and technology for the entire building project team.

Major annual HVAC&R marketplace.

International industrial hygiene and occupational and environmental health and safety (OEHS) event.

The major annual event for professionals who design, plan, or manage any type of commercial interior.

Major annual HVAC&R marketplace.

International industrial hygiene and occupational and environmental health and safety (OEHS) event.

The major annual event for professionals who design, plan, or manage any type of commercial interior.

International industrial hygiene and occupational and environmental health and safety (OEHS) event.

The major annual event for professionals who design, plan, or manage any type of commercial interior.

The major annual event for professionals who design, plan, or manage any type of commercial interior.