Eric Corey Freed is an award-winning architect, sustainability expert, and thought-leader whose work has redefined what’s possible in green building and regenerative design. As Principal and Director of Sustainability at CannonDesign, he leads a firm-wide strategy to achieve net zero energy and radically reduce embodied carbon across millions of square feet of construction. With over 30 years of experience, Eric has shaped transformative projects in education, healthcare, and urban development, while also inspiring thousands through his books, keynote talks, and university teaching. A LEED Fellow and respected voice in the industry, he brings vision, technical expertise, and heartfelt commitment to every project and conversation, helping communities and organizations turn environmental ambition into meaningful, lasting impact.