2026 Women’s History Month Celebration
2026-03-27 08:00 - 13:00 (America/New_York) | Blackrock Center for the Arts, 12901 Town Commons Dr, Germantown, MD, 20874, United States
Join us next Friday for our 4th Annual Women’s History Month Celebration, a morning dedicated to honoring women’s achievements, amplifying our voices, and inspiring collective action. Our chapter will be attending and hosting an information table—stop by and connect with us.
2026 Theme: Women Shaping a Sustainable Future
This year, we celebrate the powerful role women play in advancing environmental justice, sustainability, and innovative policy solutions. Together, we’ll explore how women are leading the way toward a more equitable and sustainable world.
Keynote Speakers
Our keynote speakers and special guests will be announced on Monday—stay tuned for an exciting lineup of leaders and changemakers.
Registration
Seats are filling quickly. Don’t miss your chance to be part of this energizing and empowering event.
Register today and join us in celebrating Women’s History Month.

PACE Nation 2026
2026-04-08 08:00 - 2026-04-09 17:00 | Citi HQ (45 Hubert st.), 45 Hubert St., New York, NY, 10013, United States
The PACE Nation Summit is the leading national and global gathering for Property Assessed Clean Energy (PACE) financing professionals. Join PACENation as we bring together hundreds of industry experts for two days of in-depth learning and networking opportunities. This year’s Summit will be hosted at Citibank HQ in NYC.

Semafor World Economy Principal
2026-04-13 08:00 - 2026-04-17 17:00 | Conrad Washington DC, 950 New York Ave, Washington DC, DC, 20001, United States
The Spring 2026 agenda is powered by Semafor’s newsroom — bringing the same rigor, curiosity, and global perspective that defines our journalism. Across five themes, every session is a live act of reporting: headline interviews, unscripted dialogue, and questions that cut through spin. This editorial backbone ensures that what happens on stage is as substantive  as what happens behind closed doors.
Curated spaces and thought-provoking formats foster deep peer learning, candid exchange, and forward-looking insight.
As leaders shaping the new world economy, we know you have remarkable networks. If you have a colleague you believe would be additive to this five-day, high-trust forum, please direct them to our application portal here.

Enterprise Green Communities at 20: Celebrating Impact and Innovation
2026-04-13 09:00 - 13:00 | National Building Museum, 401 F Street NW, Washington DC, DC, 20001, United States
Health Panel

For twenty years, key partnerships have pushed healthy, affordable homes forward. Our panel explores how to keep that momentum going by centering community voices, evidence-based health strategies, and design that actively support physical and mental health. Join us for a fresh look at what it takes to ensure every home supports resident health and well-being.

Moderator:
Mary Ayala, Director, Programs, Enterprise
Panelists:

Jason Hartke, EVP, Advocacy and Policy, International WELL Building Institute
Ashley Viagbo, The Arc Prince George’s County
Matthew J. Trowbridge, MD, University of Virginia School of Medicine

Energy Panel

From deep energy retrofits to electrification to passive house design, an energy transformation is reshaping what affordable housing can achieve. What’s needed to ensure this transition is both equitable and cost effective? Hear how advanced design, renewable energy, policies, and practical, proven approaches are driving the next era of high-performance homes.

Moderator:
Ray Demers, Senior Director, Building Resilient Futures, Enterprise
Panelists:

Andrea Foss, Sustainability Director, Steven Winter Associates
Damola Ademiluyi, Clean Energy Development Director, Enterprise Community Development

Resilience Panel

Climate risks are reshaping how we think about housing performance and long-term durability. What will it take to make the shift from disaster recovery to building every home as a climate-ready home? We’ll explore how proactively assessing climate hazards paves the way to design practices, building strategies, and capital planning that protect residents and their homes — as well as owners and operators.

Moderator:
Michelle Dusseau Diller, Associate Director-Policy, Building Resilient Futures, Enterprise
Panelists:

Jennifer Leone, Assistant Commissioner/Chief Sustainability Officer, New York City Department of Housing Preservation and Development
Michael Newman, General Counsel, Insurance Institute for Business & Home Safety

Advancing What’s Next

Janis Bowdler, President, Solutions, Enterprise Community Partners

EDF Roundtable Invitation: Financing Adaptation at Scale
2026-04-14 11:00 - 13:00 | EDF Offices, 555 12th St., N.W., Washington DC, DC, 20004, United States
During the 2026 Spring Meetings of the International Monetary Fund (IMF) and the World Bank Group (WBG), Environmental Defense Fund will convene an intimate lunch roundtable “Financing Adaptation at Scale: From Commitments to Coordination and Implementation” to bring together leaders positioned to catalyze action and coordination, translating adaptation finance commitments into real‑world investment, incentives, and delivery.

Compass: Impact Conference
2026-04-19 10:00 - 16:00 | Norma Lee and Morton Funger Hall 108, 2201 G St NW, Washington DC, DC, 20052, United States
On Sunday, April 19th, Compass is hosting their annual impact investment conference. The conference aims to create an inclusive space for professionals and students alike to explore innovative approaches, best practices, and emerging trends in impact. Through student-led workshops, guest speeches, and Q&A sessions, students can broaden their perspectives, build connections, and acquire insights that will shape future endeavors in impact-focused fields. There will also be a networking lunch with provided food.

6th ICWS Workshop on US Clean Mobility Future
2026-04-30 10:30 - 14:00 | Greater Washington Region Clean Cities Coalition, 899 North Capitol St NE suite 5106, Washington DC, DC, 20002, United States
Join us for a deep dive into the future of clean mobility in the US at the 6th ICWS Workshop!

6th ICWS Workshop: US Clean Mobility Future
Join an exclusive, high-level discussion designed to shift from vision to implementation at this collaborative workshop. Our session focuses on real-world economic models and technical breakthroughs needed to scale MHDV and Fleet operations today.
Focus: MHDV, Clean Tech, and the Grid Edge
We are convening an exclusive group of industry leaders to explore the critical intersection of Clean Tech, Transportation Innovation, and Grid Edge technology. This session is specifically designed for strategic thinkers driving the shift in MHDV Fast Charging across Fleets, Freight, and Cities. Join us for a high-level deep dive into the investment and innovation strategies defining the next generation of infrastructure.
🗓 The Agenda:

10:30 AM – 12:00 PM EST | Interactive Hybrid Session: Join us in person at the GRWCCC or via live stream on LinkedIn and YouTube. We’ll examine the evolving landscape of grid impact and transportation innovation.
12:30 PM EST Onward | Executive In-Person Networking: The live stream concludes as we move into facilitated, off-camera table discussions. This segment is dedicated to fostering authentic, long-term connections and high-level knowledge sharing among peers.

Net Zero that Pencils Out: Normalizing Sustainable Development
2026-04-30 17:30 - 20:00 | 2425 Reedie Drive, Floor 14, Wheaton, MD 20902, 2425 Reedie Drive, Floor 14, Wheaton, MD, 20902, United States
Can sustainable development be delivered without higher construction costs compared to traditional development? What does financially responsible, climate-ready development look like for future generations in Montgomery County? And how can public- and private-sector partners integrate sustainability into projects right now, using proven tools, financing, and design strategies?
Join the Montgomery County Planning Board on April 30 from 5:45 p.m. to 7:45 p.m. at the Wheaton Headquarters Building (2425 Reedie Drive, Second Floor Auditorium, Wheaton, MD) for a dynamic panel discussion featuring insights from three leading organizations, Redbrick LMD, Montgomery County Green Bank, and Perkins Eastman, on how innovative design, smart financing, and integrated planning can make sustainable development achievable and cost effective.
Panelists will share real-world examples about delivering high-performance, low-carbon projects while demonstrating how sustainability goals can align with financial feasibility, market realities, and long-term value. The discussion will highlight the role of public-private collaboration, creative financing mechanisms, and thoughtful design in accelerating Montgomery County’s path toward net zero development.
This free event is open to the public. Continuing Education Credits are available.

National Adaptation Forum
2026-05-12 08:00 - 2026-05-14 17:00 | The David L. Lawrence Convention Center, Civic center in Pittsburgh, 1000 Fort Duquesne Blvd, PA, 15222, United States
The National Adaptation Forum is a biennial gathering that brings together climate adaptation professionals from across sectors to share solutions, build networks, and advance action. Participants include practitioners from government, nonprofits, universities, the corporate sector, and community groups working across natural, built, and social systems. The Forum features training sessions, panels, presentations, and networking opportunities covering 35+ adaptation topics across 12 regions. Its mission is to move the field from awareness to action by highlighting innovative work and fostering collaboration to meet the challenges of climate change.
The 7th National Adaptation Forum will be hosted at the David L. Lawrence Center in downtown Pittsburgh. Forum programming will be confined to the third floor of the convention center.

East Coast Affordable Housing Summit
2026-05-27 08:00 - 17:00 | Washington Hilton, 1919 Connecticut Avenue, N.W., Washington
Why You Can’t Miss this First-Time Conference
Inspired by our Bisnow’s BMAC East series, our East Coast Affordable Housing Summit is a full-day event featuring 6+ panels discussing all aspects of affordable housing up to Boston down to Florida. From discussions on policy, financing, partnerships and public-private initiatives, asset management, construction, development, and design, join Bisnow as we bring together top leaders across the industry to discuss the unique challenges and opportunities they see in their distinct missions to create accessible, affordable housing for all.

What You’ll Learn:

Hear how investors are structuring deals amid elevated interest rates and tighter debt, layering LIHTC equity, tax-exempt bonds, soft debt, and gap financing, and repricing risk and returns while keeping projects feasible
How leaders are predicting the future of the 9% and 4% LIHTC programs, particularly after recent changes made by the Trump administration, as well as state-level allocation changes and competitiveness, and potential expansions or reforms tied to affordability initiatives
How owners and developers are grappling with labor shortages and material volatility, value engineering without compromising long-term durability, and phasing projects or redesigning unit mixes to control costs
How operators are managing operating cost inflation (insurance, utilities, staffing), preserving affordability while maintaining quality and compliance, and using technology and data to improve efficiency and resident outcomes
The success stories: How owners and developers are working with municipalities on zoning, density, and land contributions, leveraging public land and incentives to unlock new supply, and navigating local political dynamics and community opposition
The Missing Middle: How CRE experts are serving households earning 60–120% AMI who fall outside traditional subsidies, blending affordable, workforce, and market-rate units, and attracting broader capital sources while meeting community needs.

Who You’ll Hear From: Top Owners, Developers, Investors, Political Officials, Foundations and Associations, and Providers working to build and preserve affordable housing up and down the East Coast.
Why should you attend:
Bisnow events bring together the biggest power players in the industry to identify opportunities, build your network, and expand your business. With the largest audience of commercial real estate professionals in the world, no one knows how to help your business more than us.

For questions, recommendations, comments, or press inquiries please email our Director of Production, Elizabeth Baker at liz.baker@bisnow.com. To request disability-related accommodations, please contact Sabrina.Cole@bisnow.com no later than seven business days prior to the event.
