Marie Chieppo

Partner, CFS Regenerative Design Studios LLC

Marie Chieppo is recognized as one of the leading East Coast authorities in the field of regenerative design, native plants and sustainable landscapes. Her expertise is based on years of experience working with growers, nurseries and consumers advocating for sustainable practices in horticulture. In partnership with Trevor Smith, she co-founded CFS Regenerative Design Studios LLC.

Marie actively strives to influence policies and practices within the horticulture industry on multiple fronts. She co-authored a book with the Association to Preserve Cape Cod, is a member of the Horticultural Research Institute’s Plastic Task Force, a member of the National Stewardship Action Council, a board member of the Ecological Landscape Alliance and a member of the Sustainability Committee at GardenComm International. Her findings and efforts have been published by multiple media outlets including Greenhouse Magazine, The American Gardener and Hort Science.

Events from this speaker

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  • Soil, Systems, and Sustainability: Transforming Landscape Practices for a Changing Climate

    Room B119

    Speakers: Marie Chieppo, partner and Trevor Smith, regenerative landscape designer, CFS Regenerative Design Studios, LLC

    As climate pressures reshape plant performance and client expectations, landscape professionals must align ecological function with profitability. This session explores soil-centered design, resilient plant communities, and strategies for building a niche market through sustainable materials, including native

  • Consumers and Environmental Health: How Growers Can Respond to Changing Market Demand

    Room B119

    Speaker: Marie Chieppo, partner, and Trevor Smith, regenerative landscape designer, CFS Regenerative Design Studios LLC

    Climate change and rising environmental awareness are reshaping how plants and horticultural products are selected, specified, and purchased. Designers, municipalities, and consumers are prioritizing climate-resilient, ecologically functional plant material while also examining