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The Structural Engineering Institute (SEI), the National Council of Structural Engineers Associations (NCSEA), and the Coalition of American Structural Engineers (CASE) have come together to advance the profession of structural engineering. This Summer Series continues an ongoing commitment to innovate, lead, and empower in structural engineering. This initiative brings together experts and thought leaders from across our organizations to deliver insightful, cutting-edge educational content. Covering a range of topics that span our collective expertise, this series is designed to strengthen your knowledge, broaden your perspective, and inspire the next generation of structural engineers.
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SEI is joining ASCE’s other institutes to create a new conference experience that preserves the strengths of Structures Congress while adding new ways to engage across disciplines. At ASCE2027, you’ll find the high‑quality technical content, meaningful recognition, and strong peer connections you expect along with broader collaboration on forward‑looking topics shaping the built environment. SEI is curating a focused structural engineering program featuring sessions on buildings, bridges, structural codes and standards, professional practice, innovative research, and more.
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IStructE and SEI will host a future‑focused global symposium showcasing the innovations, technologies, and best practices transforming structural engineering. World‑leading practitioners will share practical insights and real‑world case studies that empower engineers to drive sustainability, shape strategic decisions, and create meaningful impact across the built environment. Join us on Nov. 5, 2026 for a day of collaboration and forward‑looking discussion.
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Overhead Power Line Structures (OPS) Conference 2028 marks the next evolution of the ETS Conference. Join us Oct. 1-5, 2028, for the must-attend triennial conference on the analysis, design, construction, and maintenance of electrical transmission lines, and substation structures and foundations.
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Peer-to-Peer Standards Exchange Forum
Come join the discussion about ASCE Standards! The Peer-to-Peer Standards Exchange is a new ASCE Collaborate forum to discuss technical issues about ASCE standards. Dive into your technical area with questions and issues with your community. Members can ask and answer questions. Nonmembers will have view-only capability.
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Collaborative Reporting for Safer Structures US
CROSS-US was established by SEI in 2019, as a new region in a growing international network of CROSS regions. CROSS-US helps professionals to make structures safer by publishing safety information based on reports that we receive and information in the public domain. Our secure and confidential safety reporting system allows professionals to share their experiences to help others. Learn more and sign up for the CROSS-US Newsletter.
SE 2050
In December 2019 the SEI Board of Governors endorsed the vision of the SE 2050 Challenge by stating:
"We, the Structural Engineering Institute (SEI) of the American Society of Civil Engineers (ASCE), support the vision and ambition of the SE 2050 Challenge. We, as a leading structural engineering organization in the United States, recognize the need for coordinated action across our profession to achieve the globally stated goal of net-zero carbon by 2050."
The mission of the SE 2050 Commitment is to support the SE 2050 Challenge and transform the practice of structural engineering in a way that is holistic, firm-wide, project-based, and data-driven. By prioritizing the reduction of embodied carbon, through the use of less and/or less impactful structural materials, participating firms can more easily work toward net-zero embodied carbon structural systems by 2050.