OUR MISSION
Accelerate the just and sustainable transformation of the built environment through education, advocacy, and community building.
Education & Events
Knowledge is the foundation for progress. We are a leading source in Connecticut for education that showcases a breadth of green building strategies to illuminate high-performance design and construction with a lens on its holistic impact.
Advocacy & Equity
How we act today and what we design and build will profoundly impact future generations and the interconnection of all living systems. We champion the potential of the built environment to reduce climate impacts, improve our health, comfort, and well-being.
Building Community
We build community among cross-disciplinarian members and diverse stakeholders who share a passion for sustainability. Check out our interest communities to learn together and inspire each other.
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Upcoming Events
Spotlight Tour | The Overland Method: ICFs, SIP Roofs, & Solar Panels
November 13 | 4:00
Fairfield, CT
Join architect Leigh Overland for an exclusive tour of his own residence, a Passive House-inspired home that exemplifies sustainable building for future generations.
Emerging Professional Series: Career Conversations with Mike Turaj
November 20 | 4:00 – 4:45pm
Virtual
This month’s guest, Mike Turaj, a Policy & Public Affairs Advisor at Generation Power CT, will join BuildGreenCT’s Emerging Professionals community to talk about his experience in the green advocacy space.
Wiring the Future: Electrification in Residential Construction
November 21 | 1:00 – 2:30pm
Virtual
Electrification is transforming residential construction as building codes, market demand, and climate policies drive the shift away from fossil fuels. Learn about equipment options, grid readiness, energy efficiency synergies, and available incentives.
BuildGreenCT Birthday Benefit
December 4, 2025 | 6:00 – 8:30pm | Stratford We are turning TWO YEARS OLD this December and YOU are invited to celebrate, help support our mission, and connect with community. Our annual Birthday Benefit is an opportunity to celebrate all the work we are doing as a community of sustainability professionals, and to network with each other for the...
High-Performance Enclosures: Exterior Insulation That Pays Off
December 5 | 12:00 – 1:00pm
Virtual
Tighter energy codes are reshaping how homes are insulated. Learn how continuous exterior insulation (CI) improves Total Effective R-values by reducing thermal bridging, while also enhancing wall system performance through better moisture management, air sealing, and durability.
News
Understanding Stone Wool Insulation in Interior and Exterior Applications: Solutions for Thermal, Fire, and Sound Control
This program focuses on the unique properties of stone wool insulation, and suggests how it...
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December 5 | 12:00 – 1:00pm Virtual Tighter energy codes are reshaping how homes are...
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Company Spotlight: AgroSci
Colchester, CT “Our proprietary greenwall system recycles indoor air by cleaning it through the natural...
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