Conference Overview

Conference Overview

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CampusEnergy2026, coming to the Gaylord National Resort and Convention Center, February 17-20, 2026, is an unparalleled opportunity to learn from industry experts, discover cutting-edge technologies, and connect with colleagues from across the district energy landscape.

Conference Overview

Monday February 16

10:30am - 1:00pm IDEA Executive Committee Meeting
12:00pm - 5:00pm IDEA Board Meeting and Luncheon
3:00pm - 6:00pm Conference Registration Open

Tuesday, February 17

7:00am - 7:00pm Conference Registration
7:00am - 8:00am Breakfast for Workshop Participants
7:00am - 7:45am Workshop Speaker and Moderator Orientation Meeting
8:00am - 4:00pm Workshops
12:00pm - 4:00pm Exhibit & Poster Setup
1:00pm - 3:30pm District Energy 101 Symposium with YPG
5:00pm - 6:30pm

Exhibit Hall Ribbon Cutting & Business Partners Opening Reception

Wednesday, February 18

7:00am - 6:45pm Conference Registration
7:00am - 6:45pm Exhibit Hall Open
7:00am - 7:50am Breakfast with IDEA Business Partner Exhibitors
7:00am - 7:45am Speaker and Moderator Orientation Meeting
8:00am - 3:55pm Conference Technical Program
4:00pm - 5:30pm

Global District Energy Climate Awards 
5:30pm - 6:45pm

Cocktail Reception with IDEA Business Partner Exhibitors
Poster Presentations
Young Professionals Group (YPG) Meetup

Thursday, February 19

7:00am - 5:30pm Conference Registration
7:00am - 7:50am Breakfast with IDEA Business Partner Exhibitors
7:00am - 7:45am Speaker and Moderator Orientation Meeting
8:00am - 5:30pm Conference Technical Program Continues
5:30pm - 6:30pm Forums
2:15pm - 6:00pm Exhibit Breakdown

Friday, February 20

7:30am - 9:00am Breakfast and Technical Tour Presentations
9:00am - 1:00pm Technical Tours