2026 Environmental Summit

Join us for the 2026 Environmental Summit, where advocates, lawmakers, policy experts and community members come together to advance Connecticut’s environmental future.

The Summit is an annual event for education and collaboration in support of Connecticut’s environmental movement. This gathering serves as the kick-off for our efforts ahead of the 2026 Connecticut General Assembly session.

General Admission Tickets

In-person attendance - includes lunch (vegan & vegetarian options available)

CT State Lawmakers

Lawmaker Registration

Complimentary registration for Connecticut state lawmakers.

Virtual Attendance

Attend live sessions remotely via Zoom.

Event Information

General Information

Date: January 21, 2026
Time: 9:30 AM - 3:30 PM
Address: 950 Main St, Hartford, CT 06103

Registration will open at 9:00 AM.
Those with Morgan Street Parking Passes will get validation at registration.
Lunch will be served. The menu includes pizza & salad, with vegan options available.
We ask everyone to bring a waterbottle and/or mug to reduce single-use waste.

Location, Parking & Transit

CT State Community College (Capital Campus)
950 Main St, Hartford, CT 06103
(formerly known as the Capital Community College)

We encourage everyone to reduce carbon emissions to this event as much as possible, whether it is through utilizing public transportation or sharing a ride with a friend. The event is conveniently located close to bus stops & the Hartford Union train station.

CTLCV is offering the option to purchase parking for a low rate at the Morgan Street Parking Garage (155 Morgan Street). You can validate the parking at registration.

Directions to the Morgan Street Parking Garage:
From Interstate 91 North or South:
Take Exit 32-B (Trumbull St.). At the bottom of the ramp, turn left onto Market St. Take the third left onto Talcott St., then first left into Garage entrance.
From Interstate 84 East:
Take Exit 50 (Main St.). At the third traffic light, turn right onto Market St. Take the first left onto Talcott St., then the first left into Garage entrance.
From Interstate 84 West:
Take Exit 50 (Main St.). At the bottom of the ramp, turn left onto Market St. Take the second left onto Talcott St., then first left into Garage entrance.

To Enter the College from the Parking Garage:
The entrance is located diagonally across the intersection of Market and Talcott Streets. Please use the pedestrian signal lights to cross this intersection.
Go through the revolving door and take the escalator two flights up to the Main Street level. Walk through the mall to Capital's main lobby. From there signage and volunteers will assist you to registration.

Agenda

Welcome & Keynote Speaker AG William Tong (begins at 10:00 AM)
Clean Energy Panel

Solar
Geothermal & Thermal Energy Networks
Offshore Wind
Energy Efficiency Programs

Special Topic Presentations

Superfund
Pesticides
Water Issues

Breakout Sessions
#1 Organizing & Campaigns
#2 Communications & Changing the Narrative
#3 Solar Energy

LUNCH | 12:30 - 1:15 PM

Remarks by Sen. Bob Duff

Legislative Priorities from Co-Chairs

Rep. John-Michael Parker ENV Committee
Rep. Jonathan Steinberg ET Committee

Waste Reduction Panel

Tire EPR / Bottle Bill / Incineration
Food Rescue / Composting

Nature Based Solutions Expert Panel

Closing Remarks (3:00 PM)

Event Information

Sponsors