Monica Perez Del Rio
With an architectural background spanning the US and Europe, Monica brings a thoughtful perspective on how architecture shapes lives and communities. Her diverse personal and professional trajectory brings a very unique approach to design and environmental challenges. When asked about sustainability, she always emphasizes the importance of being proactive versus reactive. With a focus on […]
Ilona Prosol
lona Prosol, a team leader and Senior Vice President at Salas O’Brien, brings over 30 years of design and management expertise to every project. Known for her strong focus on sustainability, she collaborates with architects and consultants to develop tailored solutions for each client. Her commitment to advancing the design and construction industry is reflected […]
Randall Anway
Randall is a creative thinker who brings together art, design, and sustainability in his work. With a degree in fine arts and sculpture, followed by a master’s in architecture focusing on design methodology, Randall’s approach to architecture is shaped by both his artistic background and his deep interest in sustainable design. Early in his career, […]
Lindsay Suter
Lindsay Suter, an architect and skilled furniture maker, has had sustainability deeply ingrained in his ethos since childhood. His journey has taken him across continents, living and learning in Denmark and Finland before settling in New Haven, where he became known as the “go-to green guy” at a prominent architecture firm. In 1998, feeling the […]
Serena Monteiro
As Operations Manager for GreenLabs Recycling, a Boston-based specialty recycling company, Serena oversees all aspects of day-to-day operations. This includes coordinating communication between the collections team, who visit client facilities weekly to collect non-hazardous plastic items commonly used in laboratory research—such as pipette tip boxes and media bottles—and the clients themselves. With a degree in […]
Maciej Konieczny
With a background rooted in physics and chemistry, combined with a master’s degree in landscape architecture, Maciej has seamlessly transitioned into the realm of building science. He has worked at New Ecology for nearly 11 years, where he currently directs sustainability initiatives across various building sectors, particularly at state and local levels, with a significant […]
Melissa Kops
Melissa Kops, a New Haven native, is passionate about healthy, sustainable, and equitable design. Growing up in a single-parent household and relying on financial aid and scholarships to access a high-quality education, she developed a deep sense of responsibility to give back and serve her community. Her time studying abroad fostered an appreciation for different […]
Chris Schaffner
Chris Schaffner is a mechanical engineer with extensive experience in MEP design and a strong focus on sustainability and green building practices. He founded The Green Engineer in 2005, driven by a desire to specialize in sustainable projects. Chris is actively involved with the US Green Building Council (USGBC) as a volunteer, notably chairing the […]
Domingo Medina
Domingo Medina is the Owner and Founder of Peels & Wheels Composting, a neighborhood-scale composting operation based in New Haven, CT. Originally from Venezuela, Domingo holds a PhD in natural resource management from Michigan State University. His work supporting communities facing agricultural hardships connected him to the importance of soil health and nurturing both healthy […]
Tanya Wiedeking
Tanya Wiedeking never thought she’d spend most of her life in America. Originally from Germany by way of the UK, she came to New York working for the BBC. After a career in publishing and broadcast media, she took advantage of the dynamic career opportunities the US offers. She left a secure full-time job, opting […]
