Vinicious is an expert in stormwater management, climate resilience and anti-displacement policies. As Stormwater Extension Associate, he works under Dr. William F. Hunt III on broadly on urban green stormwater infrastructure projects and making communities resilient to climate change. He is most passionate about implementing solutions together with communities in ways that empower them and […]
Walt Walker
Walt Walker, PE, ENV SP, has two decades of experience in program management and implementation of water infrastructure and climate/resiliency projects. As T.Y.Lin’s Equity Practice Leader, Walt collaborates with utilities and local partners to advance equitable water management and climate action with an approach that centers community growth and social impact. His notable equity and/or […]
Ehab Meselhe
Ehab is an researcher and professor focused on coastal wetland, estuarine, and riverine systems. He is particularly interested in integrating physical, ecological and social processes for inland watersheds riverine, deltaic and coastal systems. He has extensive experience working with academic institutions, government agencies, and the private sector. Ask him about drainage, flooding issues, and water […]
Rhea Drozdenko
I am a passionate environmental advocate with a love of community engagement, building relationships, and exploring the outdoors. My work includes legislative advocacy, community engagement and recreation, and aquatic invasive species management. I am always happy to talk about water quality issues and ways to increase access to recreational opportunities on the water.
Xochitl Bervera
Xochitl is a queer, mixed race, Latinx organizer, oyster farmer, and water and land steward based in the Gulf Coast of Florida. She is the founder and Director of Near Futures Projects, an experiment in creating vibrant, delicious, sustainable, and inclusive local food systems centered in the wisdom and legacies of Black, Indigenous, and People […]
José M. Rodríguez-Flores
José is dedicated to support agricultural and rural community water resilience throughout California. His work focuses on sustainable groundwater management and multibenefit land repurposing.
Nathaniel I Kollie
Nate is a coastal sustainability leader who is deeply dedicated to conserving coastal and marine ecosystems and effectively managing the delicate balance between ecological preservation, economic development, and community needs. He works closely with stakeholders and local coastal communities toward lasting, inclusive, and holistic change. He has been instrumental in promoting the sustainable management of […]
Temiloluwa Akinyemi
Temiloluwa has extensive experience in project and research roles within the educational, fisheries, and aquaculture management sectors. Her expertise lies in data quality, coastal policy implementation, sustainable fisheries and aquaculture practices, and fisheries policy and management. Her educational background includes pursuing an MPhil in Coastal Science and Policy Program at the University of California, Santa […]
Jo Banner
Jo is an environmental justice advocate and expert with a deep connection to tradition and a recognition of liberation through nature. She utilizes both a Bachelors’s and Master’s degree in Communications to protect Louisiana’s people and its environment fiercely. Jo founded The Descendants Project, where she now channels her affection and knowledge into challenging systems, […]
Tiffany Sevilla
Tiffany leads workforce development and community engagement on community-driven water quality strategies and programs. Her passion flows from her belief in people’s right to clean water. She has a unique blend of experience with direct service to overburdened communities, collaborative strategic planning and environmental management systems. She is a registered Professional Engineer in the state […]