Trainings & Events

We will be hosting a webinar featuring our former executive director, Lynn Stoddard, leading a discussion about Sun Day. Sun Day will be a nationwide tribute to the sun, solar energy, and other renewable energy – a positive, action-oriented event on the weekend of the autumnal equinox (September 20-21). The purpose of this webinar is to celebrate and showcase solar progress in Connecticut and engage people in action for one big Connecticut Sun Day Festival on September 21, and local and regional events around the state on September 20, along with solar initiatives leading up to and after Sun Day weekend.

Third Act founder, Bill McKibben, speaking on the importance of Sun Day

The Partnership is featuring advocates, policy experts and leaders in other sectors across Connecticut who aim to promote intersectional solutions to help address the critical need for diverse, accessible and affordable housing in our state.

This session will focus on the intersection of Affordable Housing and Family Safety, exploring how access to affordable housing can help to prevent family violence and keep households safe. Alongside information shared by staff at the Partnership, attendees will have the opportunity to hear from:

• Polly Marston, PhD, President & Founder at The Violence Institute
• Yolanda Potter, Director of Housing Advocacy at Connecticut Coalition Against Domestic Violence (CCADV)
• Fenty Lee, Director of Residential Programs at Safe Futures

Join the Connecticut Equity and Environmental Justice Advisory Council’s Energy & Technology Subcommittee to learn about New England’s energy grid. ISO-NE is a nonprofit responsible for keeping the region’s electricity reliable and flowing. We’ll be learning from ISO-NE's staff about how they operate and the role they play in CT’s and the region’s energy system. So if you’ve ever heard of ISO-NE or FERC or maybe you’ve just wondered what a “grid” has to do with your utility bill...then come join us!

The Connecticut Department of Energy and Environmental Protection is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer that is committed to complying with the requirements of the Americans with Disabilities Act. Please contact us at (860) 418-5910 or [email protected] if you: have a disability and need a communication aid or service; have limited proficiency in English and may need information in another language; or if you wish to file an ADA or Title VI discrimination complaint. Any person needing a hearing accommodation may call the State of Connecticut relay number - 711. Requests for accommodations must be made at least two weeks prior to any agency hearing, program or event.
 

For our July Coffee Hour, Geremy Schulick, Deputy Director at Clean Transportation Communities of Southern CT (formerly Greater New Haven Clean Cities Coalition), will be giving a presentation on Charging Smart, a program for municipal governments that offers free technical assistance and certifications on electric vehicle readiness. Charging Smart is run by the Interstate Renewable Energy Council (IREC), which some may know from experience with their SolSmart program, and offers guided and vetted, yet flexible, pathways to advancing EVs and charging infrastructure at the local level.

Join Sustainable CT for virtual, informal, discussions most third Thursdays of each month. We share program updates and resources, explore your questions, and strengthen the network of Sustainable CT champions. These sessions are free and open to all.
 

Battery safety is a topic of interest in many communities exploring the use of electric vehicles (EVs). This webinar will provide an overview of EV battery systems, common safety questions, and standard best practices for risk assessment, prevention, and response. We will also examine how misinformation and gaps in trust can influence public perception, particularly in rural and middle- to low-income communities. The discussion will highlight effective communication and education strategies that can support transparency, build local confidence, and empower residents to make informed decisions.
 

This free, three-part, virtual equity workshop series provides a comprehensive framework of racial equity, diversity, and inclusion. Attendance at all three sessions is required.

Sessions run 10:00 am – 12:00 pm on: June 17, July 22, and August 26. Content will be geared to help Sustainability Teams integrate equity considerations into their Sustainable CT initiatives. Anyone is welcome to register and participate.

Attendance is capped at 35. This will be a live, interactive training and will NOT be recorded. Please only sign up if you intend to participate for the duration of each session.

Attendees will actively participate in three different workshops:

June 17: Be READI© Leadership - Championing Equity at the Forefront - "Be READI© Leadership: Championing Equity at the Forefront" is a workshop for those ready to lead by example in equity and inclusion. Participants will explore leadership techniques, including influencing organizational culture, inspiring teams, and leading equitable change initiatives that yield measurable results.

July 22: Measuring What Matters - Assessing DEI Impact in Municipalities -  "Measuring What Matters: Assessing DEI Impact in Municipalities" focuses on tracking progress and evaluating the impact of DEI initiatives. Municipal leaders will learn to collect and analyze data, report on findings, and use insights to drive continuous improvement and accountability in DEI efforts.

August 26: Sustainable Change - Institutionalizing Be READI© Practices - "Sustainable Change: Institutionalizing Be READI© Practices" is designed to ensure the longevity and resilience of DEI efforts. Leaders will be equipped with strategies for policy development, stakeholder engagement, and creating a municipal infrastructure that supports lasting DEI integration.

This webinar is eligible for Certified Connecticut Municipal Official (CCMO) professional development credit from the CT Conference of Municipalities.
 

Environmental law has brought about a marked change in how we manage hazardous substances and waste. This Summer School session will examine the events that led to the enactment of the Comprehensive Environmental Response, Compensation, and Liability Act (CERCLA) and the Resource Conservation and Recovery Act (RCRA), as well as the statutes’ legal foundations. Faculty will explore the regulatory and liability efforts used to manage hazardous waste and sites, with an emphasis on:

• the definitions of hazardous substances and hazardous waste;
• the basic elements of RCRA;
• the basic elements of CERCLA; and
• recent hazardous substance designations and hazardous constituent listings.

Join Sustainable CT for virtual, informal, discussions most third Thursdays of each month. We share program updates and resources, explore your questions, and strengthen the network of Sustainable CT champions. These sessions are free and open to all.
 

Join Sustainable CT for virtual, informal, discussions most third Thursdays of each month. We share program updates and resources, explore your questions, and strengthen the network of Sustainable CT champions. These sessions are free and open to all.
 

Join Sustainable CT for virtual, informal, discussions most third Thursdays of each month. We share program updates and resources, explore your questions, and strengthen the network of Sustainable CT champions. These sessions are free and open to all.
 

Join Sustainable CT for virtual, informal, discussions most third Thursdays of each month. We share program updates and resources, explore your questions, and strengthen the network of Sustainable CT champions. These sessions are free and open to all.
 

Join Sustainable CT for virtual, informal, discussions most third Thursdays of each month. We share program updates and resources, explore your questions, and strengthen the network of Sustainable CT champions. These sessions are free and open to all.