CLF Regional Hubs
Pôles régionaux : le cœur du mouvement
Together with our network, we enable research and action to reduce the embodied carbon in buildings and infrastructure. As part of this growing network, CLF has encouraged the development of our Regional Hubs and empowered local leaders to use CLF research and resources to drive action in their communities. These volunteer-led Regional Hubs are working to bring people together to reduce embodied carbon emissions in their communities by supporting the goals and mission of CLF at the local scale. CLF Regional Hubs are encouraged to set their own goals and priorities that align with the specific needs of each unique community.
Regional Hub Program Goals and Objectives
Regional Hubs advance program goals that align with the Carbon Leadership Forum’s mission to reduce embodied carbon in the built environment. By advocating for sustainable practices and innovations, they contribute to the reduction of embodied carbon emissions and support CLF’s mission, creating a community focused on making a meaningful impact.
Goal 1: Facilitating Community Engagement and Networking
- Connect building industry professionals, organize events, and create a collaborative space for sharing expertise and resources to reduce embodied carbon in building materials, design, and construction.
Goal 2: Education and Capacity Building
- Provide educational opportunities, facilitate discussions, and share resources to equip members with the skills and knowledge needed to reduce embodied carbon, through curated events like webinars, workshops, and social gatherings.
Goal 3: Inform Policies
- Inform public and organizational policies on reducing embodied carbon, foster open discussions without advocating specific legislation, and share opportunities for supporting embodied carbon reduction initiatives in the built environment.
Goal 4: Collaboration and Partnerships
- Work with local nonprofits, CLF Network initiatives, and industry stakeholders to integrate embodied carbon reduction efforts into larger events, foster partnerships, and emphasize equitable access to resources and opportunities for underrepresented groups.
Goal 5: Knowledge-Sharing and Dissemination
- Share knowledge and resources on embodied carbon reduction through presentations, online platforms, conferences, and educational materials like webinars, to reach a broad audience
Regional Hub Activities
- Host Webinars: Plan and host webinars on embodied carbon topics, curate panels with industry experts, and educate a broad audience of stakeholders.
- Organize In-Person Events: Host social gatherings, facility tours, and collaborative hands-on opportunities.
- Lead Working Groups: Focus on specific topics, provide tool user groups for LCA/EC tools, and offer practical skill workshops.
- Foster Collaborations: Partner with local organizations, chapters, and firms to integrate LCA/EC content into projects and events.
- Plan Exciting Events: Facilitate engaging activities such as charrettes, lightning talk sessions, EC awards, and other innovative events to advance carbon reduction strategies.
Discover more about the CLF Regional Hubs by downloading the Program Overview.
Get involved and become an embodied carbon leader in your community!
Regional Hubs and CLF
Regional Hubs are part of the CLF Network, which includes other initiatives such as our Online Community platform, the NGO/Governmental Roundtable, and our corporate sponsorship. Hubs are volunteer-led local groups that are people-focused and filled with learners and experts alike who are working to address the unique needs of their regions. We aim for all Hubs to identify regionally appropriate tactics to help execute our mission to eliminate embodied carbon of buildings, materials, and infrastructure to create a just and thriving future.
Regional Hubs are independent volunteer groups and are not legal components of the Carbon Leadership Forum. CLF has established community guidelines that all members are expected to follow when engaging with or representing their local Hub. CLF encourages distributed leadership and plays a relatively “hands-off” role in the day-to-day activities of Hubs, so long as they follow the established guidelines.
For any questions, please reach out to CLF’s Communication and Engagement Lead Meghan Byrne.