Rachel has spent her career helping states translate climate and energy ambition into practical, durable policies and programs. She most recently led state decarbonization and climate planning efforts at the Utah Department of Environmental Quality. Her background spans state policy development, atmospheric science, and Clean Air Act implementation, as well as research on climate impacts to wetland ecosystems. She previously worked in residential and commercial new construction, with a focus on low-carbon building practices, including working at NYSERDA on their Carbon Neutral Buildings Program. She lives in Utah with her partner, James, and their dog, Otis, and enjoys mountain biking and gardening.
