Sustainability is slowly but surely climbing up on the priority list of many of our customers, and Autodesk has already created several products that can enable and enhance their sustainability workflows. Traditionally, these solutions are mostly point-to-point integrations that rely heavily on third-party data sets. In order to support the growing demand for scalable sustainability solutions, we've built a new Sustainability Data API on Autodesk Platform Services that enables rapid third-party data set integrations. In this session, we'll explain how this works and show you how this API is being used within Autodesk products.

Applications built on Forge software can allow for greater levels of visibility and transparency around sustainability measures by integrating sustainability parameters—such as greenhouse gas emissions, energy efficiency, and so on—into the design-and-make process through a common data environment with 3D models. This class will introduce Forge application developers and customers to the opportunity of developing Forge applications that capitalize on the data of BIM (Building Information Modeling) or engineering models to improve outcomes along these sustainability parameters, or to make sophisticated design choices for better buildings or products with less negative environmental impact. This class will include examples of Forge for sustainability applications, case studies, industry insights, innovative ideas, and experiences from the AEC and D&M industries.

Sustainability has become an urgent necessity, and Autodesk is committed to empowering customers to achieve remarkable and environmentally conscious outcomes. As the mounting pressure to deliver sustainable results intensifies—whether fueled by emerging government regulations or the need for comprehensive reporting—Autodesk's innovative products are accelerating impact at scale. In order to create a thriving ecosystem of sustainability services, Autodesk is forging powerful alliances with industry experts in the architecture, engineering, construction (AEC), and manufacturing industries. This session will be a discussion between Ron Locklin, global sustainability platform lead, and sustainability tech partners Commerzial, FenestraPro, Gravity Climate, and OneClick LCA . They will explore customer priorities, challenges, and the impact of Autodesk products on achieving sustainable outcomes. Discover groundbreaking strategies and inspiring stories that showcase the power of collaboration and innovation.

Autodesk strives to enhance its comprehensive products, empowering professionals from various fields with vast toolsets to facilitate the transition toward a sustainable future. Despite significant advancements in artificial intelligence (AI), keeping pace with innovation remains a challenge, especially when addressing sustainability complexities throughout design, construction, and operations. Hence, we present a framework using Autodesk Architecture, Engineering & Construction Collection and Innovyze products to help engineers and sustainability professionals identify sustainable solutions for civil infrastructure. Our solution democratizes sustainable design, construction, and operations through a live, collaborative platform solution, linking Envision Sustainability Guidelines and Principles with industry best practices and workflows. It aims to document practices, providing guidance across multiple dimensions of sustainability throughout the entire civil infrastructure project lifecycle.

Sustainable manufacturing is rapidly becoming imperative for the success of our business and products. Despite supply-line shortages, increased material and energy costs, environmental impact, and consumer expectations, we see a resistance to change and innovation around sustainability within the larger manufacturing industry. This roundtable will discuss technologies and processes that leading manufacturers and innovators are using for sustainable design and manufacturing, and how to promote and incentivize them within a company and on a global scale. We will share the outcomes of this discussion with you to help you overcome these barriers upon returning to your organization.

We are in a climate emergency, and urgently need to reduce our footprints. The architecture, engineering, and construction (AEC) industry is the biggest violator of sustainable practices, accounting for 45% of all energy consumption and 75% of US electrical consumption. We in the AEC industry have the largest room for impact, because informed BIM (Building Information Modeling) designers can shape a better world! We will look into sustainable design practices and how to help your firm create and design better buildings by equipping your teams with the knowledge to improve efficiency from the early design phase throughout the lifecycle of the building and the whole process, utilizing BIM workflows. We will discuss the issues and why immediate action is required in the way we design to help combat the global crisis. BIM for sustainability is not only good for our planet; it is also good for business, the economy, and society as a whole. Let's do our part for a better future and integrate sustainable practices into daily workflows.

What are the challenges and the realities of design for sustainability in the architecture, engineering, and construction (AEC) industry? Is the core question measuring and reducing carbon footprint, or is there more? What can be done right now, and what is a stretch today? Are partners and customers driving change, or are government regulations driving change? Ron Locklin of Autodesk will moderate this panel, which will include Symetri, one of Autodesk's largest global partners, as well as several customers that are leaders in this space

Since 80% of carbon is already locked into a product by the decisions made at the design phase, making good design and manufacturing choices is key to producing products with lower carbon impact. However, today, designers and engineers lack the data and tools to inform their design and manufacturing decisions, all while new and upcoming regulations are forcing designers and manufacturers to produce their products in more-sustainable ways. To tackle this issue, this talk will introduce Autodesk's new Manufacturing Sustainability Insights tool. Created in partnership with Gravity Climate, this interactive manufacturing-impact exploration tool for Autodesk Fusion 360 will provide users with valuable insights into the carbon emissions associated with producing their designs via various manufacturing methods, enabling users to make better informed decisions that support sustainable manufacturing practices, resulting in better products for the planet.

This year, Autodesk is expanding its impact. We’ve made significant progress toward our own internal sustainability goals, achieving net-zero emissions across our business and value chain, pledging a 50% reduction in our scope 1 and 2 emissions by 2031, and investing in change makers through the Autodesk Foundation. However, we know that the real change happens when our customers shift their businesses to sustainability. Our new Sustainability Consulting Practice is designed to do just that. We’ve assembled a small and nimble team of sustainability experts across the globe to help solve our customers' most pressing issues related to energy, materials, health, resilience, work, and prosperity. In this session, you’ll learn about this new team, how they will work with customers, and how their expertise will position your company to be a leader in key impact areas.

For years, companies have been investing in sustainability initiatives like reduced energy consumption and efficient use of resources. Mostly, sustainability has been directed toward tackling process-caused environmental impacts. However, the focus must shift to a product’s components. Companies need to target sustainability in the design phase, not just in the operational phase. Whenever the design starts, sustainability must be a feature of the product and not an afterthought. Currently, there are 28 million CAD users globally, and an opportunity to capture up to 10Gton of CO2eq per year. In this talk, we’ll discuss how to empower designers to improve the environmental performances of their projects by delivering trusted sustainability insights in the context of their design tools. Find out how the SimaPro API can extract all required information using Fusion Data and Autodesk Forge APIs to calculate the environmental impact and return results to the designer in real time.

Achieving long-term economic viability requires sustainable manufacturing. Globally, rising costs of materials, energy, and compliance—as well as consumer, investor, and community demands—are exerting pressure on firms. Our experiences suggest that environmental improvements are linked to increased profitability and competitiveness. Nevertheless, many small and medium-sized businesses (which account for nearly all businesses) have yet to take advantage of these opportunities. Let's pinpoint the issue. Client pressure, a lack of knowledge and resources, or simply not knowing where to start are all issues. This workshop will bring together manufacturing industry thought leaders to help them discover more-sustainable processes and apply early, predictive, and real-time analysis. We'll also discuss roadblocks to effective stakeholder collaboration and communication. When you return to work, you’ll be armed with the raw data collected during this session.

More than 80% of Autodesk customers have said they're prioritizing climate action as a top UN Sustainability Goal. However, they're facing practical obstacles, such as navigating the maze of data collection to the hurdles of interoperability and nuanced analysis. Join this panel discussion with sustainability tech partners Oris, EHDD, One Click LCA, and SimaPro as they discuss how technology enables customers to achieve sustainable outcomes even amid these challenges. By showcasing real-world examples and sharing insights, they'll illustrate how innovative solutions can pave the way for transformative change, even in the face of daunting data obstacles. Join us as we discuss the evolving landscape where sustainability and technology converge. Discover the emerging trends and innovations that promise to reshape the way we approach sustainability in architecture, engineering, construction, and manufacturing. Together, we'll navigate the complexities, uncover opportunities, and catalyze a data-driven shift toward a greener tomorrow.

"Sustainability" means many different things to different manufacturers. In some cases designers and engineers strive to make a product perform with greater energy efficiency. In other cases they focus on making the product easy to recycle at the end of its life or they design out restricted substances with advanced material selections. Regardless of the focus, the design and detailed-engineering phases hold many opportunities to decrease the environmental impact of a product. During this hour attendees will learn about current trends in sustainable product design and compliance, and we'll explore which are relevant to their products or product lines. Attendees will also learn how to easily apply Autodesk, Inc., tools at key points in design and engineering workflows to aid in the exploration of more sustainable design alternatives.

At the outset of a Revit project, it is crucial to define a clear process and workflow. This should encompass several key elements, such as accurately determining the building's location, shared coordinates, geodetic elevation, building design, and the materials to be represented. As we prepare to tackle the sustainability challenges of 2030 and 2050, it is imperative to integrate these factors into our workflow from the outset. Moreover, it is recommended that firms incorporate these processes and workflows into the creation of families intended for use in sustainable projects, ensuring that sustainability is woven into every aspect of the project. By doing so, we can ensure that we are setting a strong foundation for designing, constructing, and managing buildings that are in line with our sustainable goals.

Sustainability in construction is a complex issue. As the world becomes more environmentally focused, we’re wrestling with how to implement sustainability in practice. There are so many pieces to the sustainability puzzle, and technology like Autodesk's Architecture, Engineering & Construction Collection and Construction Cloud software are key pieces. Buro Happold is known for its technology-forward thinking, and has long been working toward an equitable and green recovery, adapting its business to mitigate climate change and the biodiversity crisis. The firm’s vision for the future is for a regenerative ecosystem—both natural and built—that provides suitable habitats for humans and non-humans alike. In this class, we’ll consider how implementing processes, documentation, and software can help support more sustainable and environmentally friendly design, and we’ll share lessons Buro Happold has learned regarding how to effectively use technology to achieve these aims.

The current pressing issue of sustainability in the architecture, engineering, and construction (AEC) industry is changing the way buildings are designed and made. The basis of a sustainable project is the design and engineering principles that are used to achieve specific sustainable-development goals. But it's not always clear how we can meet sustainability goals with the use of specific technology. In this class, we'll focus on a piece of the technology landscape that Autodesk offers in the AEC industry, called Generative Design. We'll show some practical sustainable-design use cases that are solved with Generative Design in Revit software, going from architectural concept through building engineering to fabrication optimization. At the end of this session, you'll have some fresh inspiration on how to solve your own sustainable-design challenges with the use of automation and generative design methods.

Since ancient times, construction has touched every aspect of society, providing infrastructure, buildings, and spaces that foster safety, community, and human connection. With climate change, conservation, and environmental action on everyone's mind, the construction industry is doubling down on sustainable solutions. Why? The sector is one of the most significant contributors to pollutants; now, digitalization can alleviate the negative impact in ways that it never could previously. Still, many construction professionals have yet to completely embrace ConTech, which can optimize workflows, decrease waste and rework, manage circularity and the carbon impact of materials, integrate prefabrication, leverage data analytics, and drive continuous improvement using end-to-end lean approaches. Join us as we connect the digitalization capabilities of Autodesk Construction Cloud to sustainability to reveal the many opportunities to achieve successful sustainable construction projects.

As the demand for sustainability initiatives grows within the AECO industry, there is increasing pressure from clients, leadership, and regulatory requirements to reduce embodied carbon and environmental impacts. Many firms are unclear where to start, what to focus on, or how to deliver on their sustainability goals and initiatives. Working smarter and making sustainability approachable and achievable is not an impossible mission. Firms can strategically align their operations to meet current and future demands, navigate challenges, and efficiently approach sustainability. Led by experts in design and carbon analysis, this session offers a comprehensive and actionable roadmap for organizations seeking to deliver on their goals. Through a blend of real-world case studies and practical strategies, attendees will gain a deep understanding of the challenges and opportunities associated with integrating sustainability into their firm's digital practice.

The Autodesk Factory Experience at AU is where attendees get a hands-on experience of the concept-to-production process using Autodesk Fusion software. Last year, the Autodesk team designed and developed a customizable keypad for Autodesk apps, using PCBs, 3D printing, injection molding, and sheet fabrication. Attendees had explored the mini-factory floor and tailored their own keypads with computer numerical control (CNC)-engraved keys with frequently used Autodesk app commands. The AU 2024 Factory Experience: Keypad 2.0 Sustainability Redesign is focused on Autodesk's commitment to sustainability and energy efficiency in manufacturing. This overview will cover insights into common product design and manufacturing challenges that many companies face in their efforts to reduce energy consumption and prioritize eco-friendly, nonpolluting processes that are safe for employees, communities, and consumers—with help from brilliant Fusion design social influencers, sustainability partners, and amazing Autodeskers!

The next generation of Insight in Revit 2025 software is a powerful tool for predicting carbon usage in building designs from the earliest design stages. With this highly accessible tool, anyone can participate in the process of making critical decisions regarding the sustainable design of a building. By combining Revit model data with the open-source EnergyPlus engine, fast and accurate energy calculations become easy for all Revit users. Learn how Victus Engineering, a small MEP firm in St. Paul, Minnesota, used the next generation of Insight to design a sustainable library building. From the earliest schematic design stages, Victus engineers used Insight in combination with other Revit tools like Systems Analysis to select and rightsize equipment, design sustainable systems, and drive conversations with the architect regarding the overall direction of the design. Design more-sustainable buildings, reduce carbon usage, and meet stringent sustainability goals with this powerful tool.