Making the Grade on Decarbonization
Making the Grade on Decarbonization
Tuesday, January 13, 2026 (5:30 PM - 8:00 PM) (EST)
Description

Are Our College Campuses Making the Grade on Decarbonization?
Join CBC for an in-depth “check-up” on how higher education institutions are progressing on their decarbonization journeys. Hear directly from campus leaders and industry experts as they share what’s working, what’s evolving, and what challenges remain. Gain practical insights into strategies, implementation approaches, and the real-world impact of sustainability initiatives across college campuses:
- Amherst College
- UConn
- CSCU
- Connecticut College
Moderator:
Tom Iskra, Principal |Salas O'Brien
Featured Speakers:
Aaron Hayden, Capital Project Manager | Amherst College
Margaret Bounds, Director of Sustainability | Connecticut College
Stephen Burke, Director of Facilities, Planning, and Engineering | CSCU
Katie Milardo, Associate Director | UCONN
Patrick McKee, Office of Sustainability | UCONN
📍 Location
Lyceum Resource & Conference Center
227 Lawrence St., Hartford, CT 06106
🕒 Agenda
5:30 PM — Registration & Networking (includes 1 drink ticket)
Connect with peers and kick off the evening with light networking.
6:00 PM — Buffet Dinner
Enjoy a relaxed dinner before the program begins.
7:15 PM — Panel Program & Presentation
Hear firsthand perspectives on decarbonization efforts, lessons learned, and the road ahead for higher-ed sustainability.
Don’t miss this opportunity to be inspired, expand your network, and connect with the rising and established leaders shaping the future of the AEC industry.
We look forward to seeing you at the event.
Sponsors
Reception Sponsor - Member
Program Sponsor- Member
227 Lawrence St.,
Hartford, CT 06106 United States

