A society where a sustainable built environment is the norm represents a dramatic change in thinking and practice. But it is where we must go, and soon. Leadership to successfully foster this change can be learned and does not require celebrity status or title. It does, however, require inspiration, dedication, emergent leadership competencies, and knowledge. And it works best when built and applied in community context.
Initiated in late 2011 by Kathleen O’Brien, nationally renowned sustainability expert and visionary, Emerge offers education, resources, and inspiration to green building professionals, business leaders, and community workers called to creating this change. After nearly 30 years working directly on green building projects, programs, and policies, Kathleen’s leadership “legacy” project refocuses her experience, research, and skills on the needs of those who continue this important work. Learn more about the Emerge Leadership Workshop.
Who Should Be There?
Emerge is designed for forward-thinking and dedicated design/build professionals, municipal and corporate green team members and/or sustainability coordinators, facility managers, developers and real estate professionals, building owners and property managers, sustainability consultants, and leadership and staff of non-profits dedicated to promoting or providing sustainable buildings and developments, including affordable housing and economic development agencies.
