Sustainable Design Leaders Network
For Architecture Firm Sustainability Champions
A network for sustainability leaders at architecture firms with 25+ staff.
Connect with North American peers in a trusted, non-competitive environment to exchange best practices, navigate policy and market changes, and accelerate industry transformation.
The leader-to-leader sharing in this network advanced sustainability practice at dozens of firms, and propelled the careers of many young professionals.
Through the collective action of its members, the Sustainable Design Leaders network was pivotal in the launch and early growth of the Health Product Declaration Collaborative.
Connection & Collaboration Opportunities
- Private online forums for real-time advice and problem-solving.
- Live webinars with industry experts sharing breakthrough insights.
- In-person summits that spark collaboration and strategic conversations.
- Summit summaries with actionable takeaways for your team.
- Networking opportunities at major industry events.
- Custom research and action-oriented working groups.
As a team of one charting completely new territory for my firm at the time, this network served as my source of inspiration & leverage, motivation, deep knowledge, boost of confidence, & above all, a powerhouse community.
— Sarah Wood, Senior Sustainability Specialist, Jacobs
I am very grateful to be a part of this network and to connect with so many amazing people. It's rare to engage in events as unique as the Peer Network summits.
— Lauren Günther, Director of Sustainability, DiMella Shaffer
Green Commons allows me to leverage the expert knowledge shared on the platform with our firm’s clients.
— Dave Hubka, Sustainability Practice Leader, EUA
The aspect I MOST value about Peer Networks: Having the Hive mind available at all times, to ask questions!
— Sara Bayer, Associate Principal, Director of Sustainability, Magnusson Architecture and Planning PC
It’s rare to find such an expert group of mission-driven professionals who consistently show up for one another to support each other’s professional development.
— Allison Wilson, Associate Principal, Sustainability Director, Ayers Saint Gross
Green Commons’ leadership and approach is truly what makes all of this possible, and it’s no small feat to coordinate so many people from so many places across so many disciplines.
— Nicole Voss, Director of Sustainability and Assoc. Principal, isgenuity
What I love is the openness that comes with a closed forum. No spam, no bots, no sales pitches, instead there’s room for candid conversation and constructive criticism of our industry. The conversation is on another level!
— Emily Purcell, Sustainable Design Lead, CannonDesign
You're a Fit if You:
- Lead sustainability at an architecture firm with 25+ staff
- Are committed to transforming the building industry
- Want to connect with peers who share your vision and bias for action
