Fit for 2050: Delivering Net Zero, Intelligent, and Resilient Built Environments
- Date: 8 - 9 April 2027
- Venue: Brunel University, London
- Call for Papers: 8 May - 16 June
What to expect:
The 2027 CIBSE Technical Symposium will bring together engineers, researchers, policymakers and industry leaders to explore how the built environment can meet the defining challenges of the coming decades.
Delivering a net zero future requires more than reducing carbon emissions. Buildings must also become increasingly intelligent, connected and resilient — capable of responding dynamically to changing climate conditions, evolving patterns of use, and rapidly advancing technologies.
Building services engineers are uniquely positioned to lead this transformation. Through the integration of low-carbon energy systems, intelligent building technologies and data-driven operational strategies, the profession is enabling buildings that are efficient, adaptable and capable of delivering long-term environmental and societal value.
The Symposium will showcase the latest research, practical case studies and emerging technologies that are shaping the future of building services engineering. Particular attention will be given to the role of artificial intelligence, digitalisation, and integrated energy systems in supporting the transition to net zero buildings and resilient infrastructure.
With contributions from academia, industry and government, the event will provide a platform for collaboration and knowledge exchange across the global building services community.
At the heart of the symposium lies a central question:
How can building services engineers accelerate the delivery of net zero, intelligent and resilient built environments?
Join us 8 - 9 April 2027 at Brunel University to share insights, innovations and experiences that will help shape the next generation of buildings and engineering practice.
If you have any questions please email [email protected]
NOT JUST FOR ACADEMICS
CIBSE encourages submissions from practicing engineers and industry professionals, including case studies supported by a short briefing document. Suitable contributors include:
- Designers
- Consultants
- Commissioning Engineers
- Contractors
- Controls Engineers
- Information Engineers
- Facilities Managers
- Building Operators
- Building Maintainers
NOT JUST FOR THE UK...
Researchers and practitioners from around the world are encouraged to submit abstracts. International contributions help broaden knowledge exchange and strengthen collaboration across the global building services community. Since AI is becoming such a defining topic the symposium is exploring the intersection of decarbonisation, digitalisation and resilience. These three pillars map perfectly to the theme and will also compliment to activities of ASHRAE, REHVA, and many research groups.
