CT Government Market Outlook 2026 – Sustainability Policies & Progress

Join us for an in-depth exploration of Connecticut’s sustainability efforts and policies shaping a greener future. This session provides valuable insights into the state’s progress, best practices, and resources for achieving environmental goals.

FEATURED SPEAKER & PANEL:

• Dominique Johnson, State Representative – 143rd Assembly District, CT House of Representatives, Deputy Majority Leader proudly serving Norwalk and Westport , Member of the Judiciary, Government Administration and Elections, and Environment Committees
• Event curated by Lisa Miniter of LAM Consulting

COST:

• General Admission: $15
• HAYVN Members: Free with code on members portal. For help accessing members portal please email questions@hayvn.com

ABOUT EVENT:

Key Workshop Highlights:

This session is your opportunity to understand and engage with Connecticut’s pioneering sustainability policies and practices!

• Progress Update  | HB 5004 | State 9  Find out what has been accomplished! What to look for in 2026.
• CT’s Clean Energy Economy – What has transpired | What to Expect 
• Our Traffic Situation – What’s being done? Expanding/Fortifying our Public Transportation Networks, I-95 Corridor Congestion
• Stormwater Runoff | Water Quality Contamination – Prepare for Invasive Species and (would you believe) edible foods, e.g. Green Crabs!       
• CT’s High Electricity Rates – Why is this happening? How this critical utility aligns across various residential Heat Pumps, Gas, Solar installations.   

ABOUT OUR SPEAKER:

Rep. Johnson learned the value of hard work and giving back to our community at a young age from her family while growing up in the Midwest. She is driven by the belief that young people deserve a future where their hard work can be rewarded and they can achieve their dreams just like she has had the opportunity to in Norwalk.

Rep. Johnson was first elected to the state legislature in 2022. They currently serve as a Deputy Majority Leader and Co-Chair of the Screening Committee. Additionally, they are on the Judiciary, Government Administration and Elections, and Environment Committees. Before joining the legislature, Rep. Johnson served two-terms as an at-large elected member of Norwalk’s Common Council and Chair of its Community Services Committee where she worked to improve the quality of life for all of Norwalk’s residents in collaboration with the City and its community partners.

She has also worked as a nonprofit consultant, a college professor, and is a published researcher. Rep. Johnson earned their PhD in Urban Education Policy from Temple University, an MA in Communication from Stanford University, and a BA in Communication Studies from Bryn Mawr College. She proudly lives in the Cranbury neighborhood of Norwalk with her partner Billie and their rescue dog Rey.

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