Sustainability in action at AU 2026
The need for sustainable innovation has never been greater. Across industries, people are reimagining how they design, make, and operate to reduce environmental impact and build greater resilience. Turning ambition into action takes more than good intentions. It takes collaboration, shared knowledge, and a community committed to advancing better outcomes. That's why coming together to learn, exchange ideas, and inspire one another matters more than ever.
The world needs bold ideas and practical solutions, and the people ready to make them happen. At AU 2026, sustainability will be everywhere. From the classroom to the mainstage, from the keynotes to the exhibits in the Expo, explore new ways to drive impact in your projects and processes. Register now and join us.
Programming
Explore sessions that highlight how sustainability is shaping the future of Design & Make. Learn from Autodesk experts and industry leaders as they share practical strategies, innovative technologies, and real-world examples that can help drive more sustainable outcomes. Check out the AU 2026 session catalog for a full list of sustainability-focused offerings. Sessions include:
Featured sessions:
From Good Intentions to Sustainable Decisions
How LA28 and Autodesk Research Partnered to Lower Carbon and Cost
From Classroom to Jobsite: Building Design-to-Make Curriculum with Autodesk
From Design Intent to Preconstruction Reality: Closing the Carbon Data Holdover Gap
Digital learning sessions
Those joining us for the digital experience can also find sustainability-focused classes.
AU 2026 Expo
Sustainability Booth
Stop by the Sustainability booth in the AU Expo to connect with the people and solutions driving positive change. Experience live sustainability solution demos, explore partner innovations, hear inspiring stories from the Autodesk Foundation, and make a donation to an impactful organization.
Autodesk Foundation
Volunteering at the Expo Reception Happy Hour
Join the Autodesk Foundation at the Expo Reception Happy Hour from 5-6:30PM on Tuesday, September 15 to assemble 1,000 essential hygiene kits with nonprofit United Way of Southern Nevada. Since 1957, United Way of Southern Nevada has partnered with businesses, nonprofits, and passionate individuals to create lasting change in Southern Nevada, supporting one life, one family, and one neighborhood at a time.
Sustainability Leaders’ Summit
Are you a sustainability leader in your organization? If so, email us to let us know you are interested in attending this private event hosted by Autodesk Chief Sustainability Officer, Joe Speicher. A select cohort will convene to discuss and explore the challenges, solutions, and opportunities that the climate crisis presents. Participants will have the chance to network and problem-solve with fellow leaders, entrepreneurs, innovators, and Autodesk leadership.
Sustainability practices at AU 2026
We make sustainability a priority at AU, doing more every year to reduce the environmental impact of the event. Learn more about sustainability practices in action at AU 2026 on the FAQ page.
How you can help
Minimizing the environmental impact of AU is a team effort. Here are some activities that you can do to contribute to making AU 2026 as sustainable as possible:
- Bring your own water bottle and coffee thermos to avoid single use cups
- Bring your own notebook and pencil
- Rideshare or take public transportation to and from the airport
- Offset your travel emissions through organizations such as: One Tree Planted and Arbor Day Foundation.
For more information about what Autodesk is doing to promote and drive sustainability, check out the Autodesk FY26 Impact Report.
Register now and we will see you in Las Vegas!
