ABOUT ecoREAL Soultions
Sustainable Building Consulting Experts
Building a More Sustainable Future. Together
Sustainability is more than a certification or a set of environmental goals. It's about making better decisions, creating healthier spaces, using resources responsibly, and delivering measurable results.
At ecoREAL, we bring the expertise, collaboration, and practical solutions needed to turn ambitious sustainability goals into real-world outcomes.
LEED • WELL • ESG & GRESB • Net Zero • Healthy Materials
Our Mission
At ecoREAL, our mission is to transform how buildings are designed, constructed, and operated by making sustainability an integral part of every decision. We combine decades of industry experience with innovative strategies, technical expertise, and collaborative solutions to help organizations achieve their environmental, financial, and performance goals. From green building certifications and carbon reduction to sustainable infrastructure and education, we turn complex challenges into practical, measurable results.
We believe meaningful sustainability goes beyond meeting standards. Our commitment is to help clients build healthier, more resilient, and resource-efficient environments that create lasting value for people, communities, and future generations.
"I appreciate Summer’s knowledge of construction and architecture and how she can see almost every perspective, including the small business owner."
Mel Jones, Director of Inclusion
Hoffman Construction
Experience That Bridges Vision and Execution.
ecoREAL is a sustainability consulting firm specializing in high-performance buildings, green construction, environmental certifications, and organizational sustainability strategies.
Founded by Summer Fowler, ecoREAL brings extensive experience in sustainable design, healthy buildings, and construction consulting to projects across the built environment.
We work collaboratively with owners, architects, engineers, contractors, developers, and public agencies to integrate sustainability into real-world projects—balancing environmental responsibility with performance, budget, and long-term value.
Our approach combines technical knowledge, integrated project delivery, and a commitment to measurable outcomes.
East Multnomah County Library
Our Core Values
Innovation
We challenge conventional approaches to sustainability by integrating creative thinking, proven technologies, and practical solutions that improve building performance without sacrificing financial feasibility.
Equity
We believe better buildings begin with inclusive collaboration. By bringing diverse perspectives and stakeholders into the process, we create solutions that consider the needs of people and communities.
Sustainability
We believe sustainability must be measurable and accountable. Our work emphasizes environmental performance, transparency, and long-term value—not simply certifications or environmental claims.
Our Team
Summer Fowler
Founder and CEO | Sustainable Building Consultant & Educator
WELL Faculty, Associate AIA, LEED AP BD+C, OAME Advisory Board (Past Chair)
With more than 20 years of experience in the sustainable building industry, Summer Fowler brings a deep understanding of healthy buildings, material transparency, green building certifications, and regenerative design practices.
Her work spans consulting, education, and industry advocacy, helping professionals translate evolving sustainability standards into practical solutions.
Through ecoREAL, Summer shares her expertise with project teams, industry professionals, and organizations seeking to create healthier, more sustainable built environments.
Pamela Gorder
Chief Revenue Officer
Pamela leads growth and partnerships for Canary, bringing sustainable building tools to the teams and agencies that need them most.
James Hickman
Chief Technology Architect
James designs and builds the core Canary platform, turning complex sustainability workflows into fast, intuitive software.
Brent Ward
Director of Existing Buildings
Brent supports clients in improving performance across existing buildings through practical, energy-focused sustainability strategies.
Joshua Pasos
Product Director
Josh guides Canary’s product development, translating user needs into features that make sustainable materials and certification work easier.
"The Green Canary platform provides a useful and customizable organization to track the various LEED v4 metrics on a project. The ability to track and organize this information is critical to successfully attaining construction credits in LEED v4."
Race Clark, PM
Hoffman Construction
Multnomah County Central Courthouse
Our Commitment
Beyond Certification. Toward Lasting Impact.
We believe the success of a sustainable project isn't defined solely by the certifications it earns, but by how it performs, the people it serves, and the value it creates over time.
From early planning through long-term building operations, we're committed to helping clients make informed decisions that produce meaningful results.
Sustainability should be more than an ambition. It should be a measurable outcome.
Walmart Headquarters
Ready to make sustainability real?
Tell us about your project. We'll help you find the right path to certification,
reporting or Net Zero.
