We educate and support each other in infusing sustainability, resilience, and regeneration into design projects. We also shape and advocate for policies that meet the urgent need for climate action, environmental justice and a regenerative future. Regular meetings often include speakers and roundtables on topics of interest.
AIA Members, architecture students, and interested members of the sustainable design community are welcome to join us at any time during the year. Reach out to co-chairs or staff for more information.
View the Committee Charter
Roundtable discussion
March 13, 2026
Policy Update
April 9, 2026
Tour
May 28, 2026, 4 pm
The Committee organizes site tours and social gatherings to help members engage with buildings, materials, and technologies in practice, and to create a connected community of design professionals advance their sustainability skills.
AIA Minnesota members who are active in COTE, or simply interested in shaping policy, are supported in meeting with policymakers. Members share their knowledge and perspectives to inform better laws and regulations. Click for FAQs and to sign up.
Pledge & Reporting
The AIA 2030 Commitment is an actionable climate strategy that gives us a set of standards and goals for reaching net zero emissions in the built environment.
Pledge
AIA developed the Architecture & Design Materials Pledge to inspire a positive shift in materials specification.
Toolkit
Explore a three-part resource designed to empower and provide architects and designers with the necessary steps to take to reduce embodied carbon in their projects.
Framework
The AIA Framework for Design Excellence informs progress toward a zero-carbon, healthy, just, resilient, and equitable built environment.
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Continuing Education Director
