Join Illinois Green Alliance for our first-ever Getting to Zero Tech Forum. This comprehensive new event format will feature a collection of five-minute, fast-paced presentations by a diverse array of industry experts, showcasing cutting-edge advancements in building technology that drive sustainable and regenerative approaches to the design, construction, and operation of the built environment.
Following these flash talks, all presenters will join attendees at networking tables, offering the opportunity for engaging discussions over food and drinks about the future of building science and the possibilities for cross-sector collaboration.
September 25, 2025
1:00pm - 8:00pm CT
mHUB Chicago
2025 Forum Agenda
Event Agenda:
- 1:00 | Doors Open
- 1:30 | Welcoming Remarks & Opening Plenary
- 2:00 | 5-Minute Lightning Presentations
- 3:00 | Networking Break
- 3:30 | 5-Minute Lightning Presentations
- 4:30 | Closing Panel
- 5:00 | Networking Break
- 5:45 | Emerald Awards Ceremony
- 6:15 | Limelight Reception
- 8:00 | Event Concludes
Who will be there?
Presenting: Cutting edge manufacturers, building product companies, green technology firms, utilities, contractors, building scientists, engineers, designers, and other innovators.
Attending: 200 leading architects, engineers, building owners, operators, contractors, manufacturers, utilities, sustainability consultants, investors, lenders, and more.
Present at the Tech Forum!
As a Getting to Zero Tech Forum speaker, you will get five minutes to present the latest innovative building technologies that are accelerating sustainable and regenerative design, construction, and operations. Presentations should focus on the cutting-edge developments and emerging technologies that are advancing high-performance and net zero buildings, including new products, services, and financial tools. The objective of these presentations is to demonstrate to our audience how they can leverage your product or service to achieve their goals for high performance projects.
Learn more about criteria for presenting and apply to present here.
Presentation Fees:
Presenting companies will also gain recognition as event sponsors at the Tech Forum. There are five different presentation levels available—explore the pricing levels and benefits below to see which opportunity works for you and your company!
