Today’s episode of Follow Your Process Dave will have a conversation with Rose Lathrop and her role at Sustainable Connections in Bellingham, WA as Green Building & Smart Growth, Energy Efficiency & Renewables & Sustainability Business Director

Sustainable Connections leads the United States in fostering how the community can Live Love Local related to the local economy and achieving zero net waste, energy, water and carbon faster

Rose has a passion for leading many initiatives towards these desired outcomes. Enjoy listening to her success, challenges and ideas for the future of Sustainable Connections.

Rose Lathrop is the Green Building & Energy Program Director for Sustainable Connections; a Whatcom County based non-profit business membership organization dedicated to advancing sustainable business practices. The Green Building program promotes healthy, durable, efficient, and environmentally responsible homes, neighborhoods and workplaces through education, technical assistance and advocacy.

The Energy Program offers low cost energy audits for commercial buildings helping to save energy and reduce greenhouse gas emissions.

Rose joined the Sustainable Connection staff in 2012 as a local leader in the green building movement. Rose has a versed background in sustainability practices from both the public and private sector and is transforming local building practices. Rose has a deep-seated passion for sustainable living, and she practices this in her daily life. She is a curious blend of urban farmer, green building pioneer, and cheerful community-