Sustainability and Social Impact
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Are you interested in learning about Sustainability and exploring topics/trends to make a difference?
Hear from experts, network, have social impact in our community, connect with like-minded peers.
Bimonthly meetings at HAYVN from 5:30–7:00pm.
Explore — Ask Questions — Have Social Impact — Make a Difference
HAYVN Sustainability/Social Impact Group brings like-minded people together to explore and understand what is happening today to help our planet, and ourselves, build a more sustainable future.
Each of us can make a difference!
4 Reasons to Join
- Explore – How to live sustainably to meet our needs without compromising future generations
- Ask Questions – Explore a wide range of topics from monthly featured speakers
- Have Social Impact – Promote social equity and inclusion
- Make a Difference – Learn new ways to live, work and play in more sustainable-driven communities.
Admission
Bimonthly Meetings: 5:30-7:00pm in-person at HAYVN.
Join us for quality networking, on an intriguing sustainability-focused topic and discussion with industry leading speakers. Light food and snacks will be served.
- General Admission: $15
- HAYVN Members: Free with code on members portal. For help accessing members portal please email questions@hayvn.com
B There: Fall Networking Social at Earth Animal Retail Store, Westport, CT
— Wednesday, October 14, 2026, 5:30-7:30PM
B There: Fall Networking Social at Earth Animal Retail Store in Westport, CT
Location: Earth Animal, 925 Post Rd E, Westport, CT 06880, US
Join the B Local CT community for B There: Fall Networking Social at the Earth Animal Retail Store in Westport, CT. Connect with B Local CT members, friends, and fans over light food and drinks while enjoying a fun, relaxed fall evening together. Guests will receive a 20% discount off purchases at the Earth Animal store during the event.
We’ll also have raffle baskets filled with B Corp & local products, with raffle tickets available for purchase throughout the evening.
Tickets to attend the event are $10 per person, and half of all ticket and raffle proceeds will be donated to Connecticut Foodshare.
Sustainability & Social Impact Luncheon: What’s Next for Connecticut’s Green Future with Dominique E. Johnson — November 16, 2026, 11:30am-1:00PM
Speaker: Dominique Johnson
CT State Representative
Sustainability & Social Impact Luncheon: What’s Next for Connecticut’s Green Future with Dominique E. Johnson
We’re thrilled to welcome back Dominique E. Johnson, CT State Representative, for a lunchtime conversation on the policies shaping a cleaner, more resilient Connecticut.
Topics include:
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Solar: What the newly enacted solar bill means for homeowners and businesses
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Revolution Wind: The latest on the offshore wind project powering our region
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Looking to 2027: An anticipated food system bill with provisions relevant to our members, plus upcoming efforts on flooding and clean energy
Bring your questions and get an early look at what’s coming before it hits the headlines.
Space is limited, so reserve your seat today!
Mark Your Calendars!
- Wed., Oct. 14, 2026 – 5:30-7:30PM Earth Animal Retail Store, Westport, CT – B There: Fall Networking Social at Earth Animal Retail Store
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Mon., Nov. 16, 2026 – 11:30am-1pm Darien – CT State Representative, Dominique Johnson, CT Government Market Outlook 2027 – Sustainability Policies & Progress
- Tue., Feb. 9, 2027 – Sustainability Series.
- Thu., Apr. 8, 2027 – Sustainability Series.
- Wed., Jun. 2, 2027 – Sustainability Series.
- Wed., Sep. 22, 2027 – Sustainability Series.
- Tue., Oct. 19, 2027 – Sustainability Series.
- Wed., Nov. 10, 2027 – Sustainability Series.
- Tue., Dec. 7, 2027 – Sustainable Pop-Up + Member Holiday Party
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