Raised on the shores of Lake Michigan, Elizabeth has dedicated her career to promoting environmental protection through policy and stewardship. As director of energy and environment at PSC, she applies her expertise in natural resource management to foster sustainable communities. Elizabeth’s career includes pivotal roles at the Huron River Watershed Council, where she pioneered community-based conservation models and secured federal recognition for the Huron River Water Trail. Her work continues to drive impactful change at the intersection of science, policy, and stewardship, benefiting both people and nature alike.
Throughout her career, Elizabeth has cultivated strategic partnerships and secured funding to tackle emerging environmental challenges such as strategic dam removal and emerging water pollutants. Her leadership extends to placemaking initiatives and community development planning, collaborating with state resource agencies, nonprofits, utilities, and philanthropic organizations to create resilient communities. Recognized as a sought-after speaker and expert, Elizabeth advocates for the economic value of recreational waterways, amplifying their role in sustainable development.
With a passion for connecting people with their natural surroundings, Elizabeth embodies a commitment to ensuring that communities thrive in harmony with the environment, driving towards a more sustainable and just future.
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A Little More…
Education: BA in English and Environmental Studies from Lawrence University and an MS in Natural Resource Management and Policy from the School for Environment and Sustainability at the University of Michigan
With PSC since: September 2019
PSC superpower: Seeing the forest and the trees
Favorite part of working at PSC: Doing dynamic mission-driven work with a talented and dedicated team
Why Michigan? Four of the five Great Lakes prefer Michigan