IWBI Healthy Building Policy Summit

The International WELL Building Institute (IWBI)

Join us at our annual policy summit, exploring opportunities to advance healthy buildings.

McCourt School of Public Policy

IWBI Healthy Building Policy Summit 2025 | September 29, 2025 | Washington, DCGeorgetown University, McCourt School of Public Policy, 125 E St NWPost-event tour + networking reception at Daikin's Experience Center (1700 Pennsylvania Ave NW, Washington, DC 20006, USA) This fall, the International WELL Building Institute (IWBI) is proud to host its second annual Healthy Building Policy Summit in Washington, DC, building on the momentum of last year’s groundbreaking inaugural event. Returning for another powerful gathering, IWBI and Georgetown University are teaming up again to bring together a diverse group of policymakers, government officials, industry leaders and experts to explore the pivotal role of policy at all levels of government in shaping the future of healthier, more resilient buildings that enhance human health and well-being.This year the Summit aims to spark dynamic discussion, foster engagement and drive meaningful advancements in key policy areas—ranging from the urgent need to improve indoor air quality and the evolving technology landscape to pioneering state and local policy innovations and emerging code and regulatory frameworks. Attendees will engage in dynamic conversations about policy actions that can accelerate the creation of healthier environments, while learning from compelling speakers across various sectors. The Summit will also highlight Members of Congress and Administration officials who are at the forefront of advancing policies to support health in buildings. HotelsNote: We do not have a hotel block for this event. Thus, we recommend booking your hotels early for the best prices and to guarantee a room.<a href="https://www.hyatt.com/hyatt-regency/en-US/wasrw-hyatt-regency-washington-on-capitol-hill?src=corp_lclb_gmb_seo_wasrw" title="https://www.hyatt.com/hyatt-regency/en-US/wasrw-hyatt-regency-washington-on-capitol-hill?src=corp_lclb_gmb_seo_wasrw" target="_blank" data-msys-clicktrack="0" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer">Hyatt Regency</a> <a href="https://www.monaco-dc.com/?&cm_mmc=WEB-_-KI-_-AMER-_-EN-_-EV-_-Google%20Business%20Profile-_-DD-_-monaco%20dc" title="https://www.monaco-dc.com/?&cm_mmc=WEB-_-KI-_-AMER-_-EN-_-EV-_-Google%20Business%20Profile-_-DD-_-monaco%20dc" target="_blank" data-msys-clicktrack="0" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer">Monaco</a> <a href="https://www.hotelgeorge.com/?utm_source=google&utm_medium=cpc&utm_campaign=Brand-Hotel%20Name_EXT&utm_term=the%20george%20dc&adpos={adpos}&creative=595106594131&device=c&matchtype=e&network=g&gad_source=1&gclid=CjwKCAjw8rW2BhAgEiwAoRO5rHv_pS0wKnVaMOWVZ3_C2BxldSa-11bvtJKC5oC32VFEOrm7vuev-hoCD2oQAvD_BwE" title="https://www.hotelgeorge.com/?utm_source=google&utm_medium=cpc&utm_campaign=Brand-Hotel%20Name_EXT&utm_term=the%20george%20dc&adpos={adpos}&creative=595106594131&device=c&matchtype=e&network=g&gad_source=1&gclid=CjwKCAjw8rW2BhAgEiwAoRO5rHv_pS0wKnVaMOWVZ3_C2BxldSa-11bvtJKC5oC32VFEOrm7vuev-hoCD2oQAvD_BwE" target="_blank" data-msys-clicktrack="0" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer">The George</a> Pricing<ul><li>$100</li></ul>Looking for complimentary tickets for your team? <a href="https://calendly.com/sian-welch-wellcertified/30min" title="https://calendly.com/sian-welch-wellcertified/30min" target="_blank" data-msys-clicktrack="0" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer">Contact us</a> for sponsorship or membership opportunities.

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Agenda

Registration + Coffee

Opening Remarks

Opening Plenary

Poor indoor air quality represents a pervasive public health crisis–one that demands urgent, coordinated global action. With Americans spending 90% of their time indoors–often breathing air more polluted than outside–the need for bold, coordinated policy has never been more urgent. 

Panel:  Unlocking Policy Solutions to Accelerate Healthy Indoor Air

Movement Break

While the benefits of people-centric practices have long been established in public health and building science research, recent studies outline a clear connection between these investments and enhanced business performance, increased asset value and higher financial returns. Discover how research-backed strategies strengthen the business case for health investments.

Panel: Investing in Health Pays Back: Lessons from the Field

Georgetown’s Commitment to Health and Sustainability: A Campus Perspective

Networking Lunch

From cutting-edge technology to legislative momentum, this conversation explores how buildings have become a defining opportunity to transform how we live, work and thrive.

Fireside Chat: Built for Health: The Path to Scale

Across industries, pioneering companies are turning buildings into engines of health, productivity and business performance. By showcasing what’s possible–and profitable–the private sector is setting a new standard. This panel dives into how policy can accelerate adoption and bring these benefits to communities everywhere.

Panel: How the Private Sector is Raising the Bar on Healthy Buildings

A Special Conversation with ASHRAE President William McQuade

Cities and states are proving that big change starts at home.
From bold building codes to public-private partnerships, local leaders are advancing health-first policies that are reshaping neighborhoods and inspiring national action. This panel highlights the power of place-based leadership to drive scalable impact.


Panel: Unleashing innovation to propel the healthy buildings movement

Technology is reshaping the way we think about our spaces: enabling healthier, more responsive buildings at a pace once thought impossible. From real-time air quality monitoring to AI-driven design, innovation is fueling a healthier built environment. 

Panel: The role of states and cities in pioneering healthy building policy

Closing Remarks

Hosted at the Daikin Sustainability & Innovation Center

Networking Reception + Tour

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