Greenbuild Conference + Expo takes over New York City October 19-23

A week of sustainability, innovation, and networking

NEW YORK, NY, UNITED STATES, September 29, 2026 /EINPresswire.com/ -- Greenbuild International Conference + Expo, the world’s largest event dedicated to sustainable building and design, is set to take place at the Javits Center in New York City from October 19-23, 2026, bringing together professionals from across the built environment for an unparalleled week of education, networking, and innovation. This year’s event theme is Invest for Impact, and promises to deliver a comprehensive exploration of sustainability, spanning investment, design, construction, and management.

Greenbuild Week kicks off on Monday, October 19, with morning and afternoon green building tours of landmark buildings around New York City. Greenbuild Tours, hosted on October 19 and 23, offer behind-the-scenes access to some of New York City’s most iconic and sustainable projects. These tours will showcase the city’s leadership in green building and provide real-world examples of cutting-edge sustainable practices.

On Tuesday, October 20, the Sustainable Finance & Investing Forum kicks off as an invitation-only gathering where the entire capital stack comes together. Real estate owners, operators, investors, lenders, insurers, asset managers, sustainability leaders, and investment professionals will explore how capital, building performance, technology, and sustainability strategies can work together to create measurable value and stronger investment outcomes.

The flagship Greenbuild International Conference + Expo will run through October 20-23, uniting the sustainable building community, and features accredited education sessions led by industry experts, an expansive expo floor showcasing the latest sustainable products and technologies, and a full lineup of thought-provoking keynotes.

Fareed Zakaria, host of Fareed Zakaria GPS for CNN Worldwide, opens the Greenbuild keynote stage, sponsored by Apollo Energies, on Wednesday, October 21, and will offer a compelling, big-picture perspective—connecting global systems such as energy, urbanization, infrastructure, resilience, and climate risk to the future of the buildings and cities that define daily life.

The Thursday keynote on October 22 will begin with a welcome and opening remarks from Doreen M. Harris, President & CEO of the New York State Energy Research and Development Authority (NYSERDA). The second part will feature a panel that unites Bloomberg Media, Google, Holder Construction, Infrastructure Masons, and STACK Infrastructure to explore how data center growth can advance decarbonization, resilience, resource efficiency, and community benefit, while keeping sustainability and climate impact at its center. The panel lineup includes:

Lauren Kiel, Global Head of Community Innovation, Bloomberg Media
Beth Lowry, President & CEO, Holder Construction
Cyre Mercedes Quinones, Chief Executive Officer, Infrastructure Masons
Katie Bachman, Vice President, Business Operations, STACK Infrastructure
Noah Goldstein, Sustainable Construction Lead, Data Centers, Google

Attendees will gain valuable knowledge and tools to drive sustainability in their projects and organizations while connecting with peers and leaders from across the globe.

As the sun sets on Thursday, October 22, the energy continues with the After-Hours Party at TAO, one of New York City’s most iconic venues. This exclusive event will offer a relaxed, vibrant atmosphere for attendees to forge meaningful connections and celebrate the week’s achievements.

“Greenbuild’s debut in New York City marks a pivotal moment for the event and the industry,” said Katie Gilham, Event Director, Informa Connect. “This year’s program reflects the full scope of the built environment, from investment and design to construction and management, and we’re thrilled to bring this global community together in one of the world’s most dynamic cities.”

Greenbuild 2026 is the ultimate destination for professionals passionate about sustainability and innovation in the built environment. Don’t miss this opportunity to be part of the movement shaping the future of our cities and communities.

Registration is now open. For more information about Greenbuild 2026, including the full schedule of events, visit www.GreenbuildExpo.com.

Greenbuild's 2026 Platinum level sponsors include Apollo Energies and Autodesk.

About Greenbuild
Greenbuild is the premier event for sustainable building and design, uniting professionals from architecture, construction, engineering, and beyond to advance sustainability in the built environment. Through education, innovation, and collaboration, Greenbuild empowers attendees to create a healthier, more sustainable future.

About Informa Connect
Informa Connect, a division of Informa plc, is a specialist in content-driven events and digital communities that allow professionals to meet, connect, learn, and share knowledge. We operate major branded events in Global Finance, Life Sciences, Construction & Real Estate, Restaurant & Hospitality, and in a number of other specialist markets and connect communities year-round, including the Greenbuild International Conference + Expo.

About the U.S. Green Building Council
The U.S. Green Building Council (USGBC) is committed to a prosperous and sustainable future through cost-efficient and energy-saving green buildings. USGBC works toward its mission of market transformation through its LEED green building program, robust educational offerings, an international network of local community leaders, the annual Greenbuild International Conference & Expo, the Center for Green Schools, and advocacy in support of public policy that encourages and enables green buildings and communities. For more information, visit usgbc.org.

Nick Vener
Informa
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