Amanda Grossman

Amanda Grossman is a Sustainability Analyst at the City of Santa Monica, where she has been instrumental in developing and implementing sustainability initiatives since July 2017. Her work focuses on various programs under the Office of Sustainability and the Environment, including the Sustainable City Plan, zero waste initiatives, and sustainable food programs like the Food Service Ware Ordinance and the Sustainable Quality Awards.12

Professional Background

• Education: Amanda holds a Master of Science degree in Sustainable Management.
• Experience:
  • She began her career at Santa Monica in 2012 as a Staff Assistant III, later advancing to roles such as Project Support Assistant and Acting Senior Sustainability Analyst.
  • In her current role, she manages community engagement, policy development, and program performance metrics related to sustainability.13

Key Contributions

• Policy Development: Amanda has contributed to significant policies such as the Sustainability Rights Ordinance and various waste reduction strategies.
• Community Engagement: She designs stakeholder engagement strategies and coordinates large-scale events recognizing sustainable businesses.12
• Research and Reporting: Amanda conducts research for city council meetings and prepares presentations on sustainability initiatives.1

Passion for Sustainability

Amanda is dedicated to fostering a greener future and actively engages with the community to promote sustainable practices. Her efforts have helped Santa Monica achieve notable sustainability milestones, including significant reductions in greenhouse gas emissions and advancements in local water sustainability projects.2