NAWIC Chicago Metro Sustainability Committee

NAWIC Chicago Metro Sustainability Committee
Established on January 14, 2026, the NAWIC Chicago Metro Sustainability Committee empowers women in construction and our male allies to lead in the era of sustainable construction.

Our mission is to educate, inspire, and equip professionals with the tools needed to shape a sustainable built environment. We focus on real-world applications, helping you gain expertise in:

Green Building Standards: LEED, WELL, and project impact
Site Implementation: Eco-conscious practices on the job site
Policy & Innovation: Regulations, cutting-edge tech, and financing

Leadership Team:
Dr. Lillian Ostojich | Raechel Peters | Shannon Wells | Shannon April.

Learn from industry pioneers what the future of construction looks like, why the shift is necessary and imminent, and how to implement that knowledge. Get involved in high-value projects and future-proof your career.

Sustainability is the new advantage. Learn it. Apply it. Lead it.