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ASCE2027 is more than a conference—it’s a transformative experience where innovation meets action.

March 1-5, 2027

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Experience ASCE2027

ASCE2027 is the place for bold ideas and transformative solutions. Connect with top minds, explore future-focused innovations, and sharpen your expertise through deep dives into cutting-edge practices and tech. Reconnect with peers in exclusive institute hubs and engage with leaders across the full infrastructure spectrum—from engineers and planners to policymakers and social scientists.

This event will be held at the vibrant Pennsylvania Convention Center, located at 1101 Arch Street in the heart of Philadelphia. Our headquarters hotel will be the Philadelphia Marriott, just steps away from the venue.

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ASCE2027 Featured Speakers

ASCE2027 keynote speakers

ASCE is pleased to announce three of the four keynote speakers for ASCE2027: The Infrastructure and Engineering Experience. Ayanna Howard, Ph.D., President of Spelman College and one of the industry’s foremost experts in AI; Jake Bittle, climate journalist and author of "The Great Displacement: Climate Change and the Next American Migration," and renowned author and illustrator David Macaulay.

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ASCE2027 key themes

Here are the key themes shaping ASCE2027—we’re seeking bold, future-focused content that inspires and engages.

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AI driven design
AI-Driven Design & Cyber Resilience
Where data meets design: dive into the transformative power of AI, digital twins, and big data in infrastructure. Learn how human-machine collaboration is reshaping workflows—and how to defend against cyber and energy threats in a connected world. Push the boundaries of innovation in design and construction: from lower-carbon materials and renewable energy integration to advanced delivery methods and evolving standards that are redefining what’s possible.
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Autonomous & Smart Tech Frontiers
From eVTOL innovations to next-gen vertiports, we're entering a new era of mobility. Explore how autonomous systems, connected infrastructure, IoT, and smart energy grids are converging to create intelligent, efficient, and sustainable environments.
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Deep Technical Dive
Get granular with the latest breakthroughs in core engineering disciplines. This is where foundational research meets real-world application—advancing civil innovation through deep technical expertise.
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Engineering at the Edge
Designing for the most extreme conditions—whether it's the vacuum of space, the depths of the ocean, or the unpredictability of climate extremes. Discover how engineers are pushing the limits to deliver performance, resilience, and sustainability.
Future materials and construction methods
Future Materials & Construction Methods
Push the boundaries of innovation in design and construction: from lower-carbon materials and renewable energy integration to advanced delivery methods and evolving standards that are redefining what’s possible.
Money trail
Rethinking Infrastructure Finance & Policy
In a post-Federal funding landscape, how do we build smarter? Unpack new financing models, policy shifts, and streamlined delivery strategies that prioritize public health, safety, sustainability, and community-centered design. Engineering leadership starts here. Discover strategies to grow and retain global talent, expand career pathways, and prepare the next generation. Plus: risk management, ethics, and project delivery in a rapidly evolving industry.
The future workforce
The Future Workforce & Practice
Engineering leadership starts here. Discover strategies to grow and retain global talent, expand career pathways, and prepare the next generation. Plus: risk management, ethics, and project delivery in a rapidly evolving industry.

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Further Reading: Future materials and construction methods

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AI pioneer, expert announced as an ASCE2027 keynote

Ayanna Howard has been announced as a keynote speaker at ASCE2027: The...

Further Reading: Engineering at the edge

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ASCE Interchange - The price of resilience: investing in a climate ready future

The price of resilience: Investing in a climate-ready future

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Acclaimed author, illustrator confirmed as ASCE2027 keynote

David Macaulay has been confirmed to keynote ASCE2027.

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Navigating the intersection of transportation and sustainability

Civil engineers will drive the future of sustainable transportation.

Climate journalist, author confirmed as ASCE2027 keynote

Jake Bittle has been confirmed as a keynote speaker at ASCE2027.

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ASCE’s future is bright. Join us to make it brighter.

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A strong foundation for the future

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March 1–5, 2027

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