Susan Thomas

Susan Thomas is on a mission to create lasting, sustainable change. As a Project Executive for LEED Volume projects at BranchPattern, she’s the driving force behind certification efforts, leading a talented team of Project Managers to ensure every project meets the highest environmental standards. With her deep expertise as a Sustainable Building Consultant, Susan partners with clients to navigate the complexities of LEED and other sustainability certifications, offering technical guidance every step of the way. Her work doesn’t just reshape spaces—it inspires the people she works with, proving that sustainable change can be both impactful and transformative.

With a Master of Science from the State University of New York College of Environmental Science and Forestry, Susan brings a wealth of knowledge in sustainable practices. She’s a powerhouse in LEED Certification Consulting and Material Transparency, and her credentials—LEED AP BD+C and Active Score AP—back it up. Susan has already spearheaded the certification of 16 LEED v4 Volume Projects, showing her unstoppable drive to create greener, more sustainable spaces. As a member of USGBC Washington, she’s constantly pushing the envelope in sustainable building, helping shape a better future for the environment and the people in it.

Susan’s talent extends beyond sustainability—she’s also an accomplished singer, trained in Indian classical (Carnatic & Hindustani) and Western classical music. Her passion for music infuses her work with creativity and flair, giving her a unique approach to problem-solving. Whether she’s leading a project or carrying a tune, Susan is all about hitting the right notes—both in her work and in her musical pursuits!