Carrick Reddin

Carrick Reddin is the Project Manager for the Faith and Sustainability Initiative at the World Resources Institute (WRI).1 In this role, he partners with faith-based organizations to identify ideas and implement programs that build capacity for community-level solutions to sustainability challenges.1 His work aims to foster environmentally sustainable and socially just communities.

Background and Experience

Carrick has over eight years of experience leading sustainable development, urban planning, governance, and design projects across multiple continents, including Africa, Asia, Europe, Latin America, and North America.3 Prior to joining WRI, he worked as:

• Senior Policy Fellow at Georgetown University's Environmental Justice Program
• Member of AREP's global urban planning practice
• Part of Rise Community Development's affordable housing and urban planning teams
• Member of the Children and Youth Constituency for Sustainable Communities1

Education

Carrick holds:

• A master's degree from the Urban School at l'Institut d'études politiques de Paris
• A bachelor's degree in architecture and international development from Washington University in St. Louis1

Professional Focus

At WRI, Carrick's work involves:

• Conducting research on faith-based values, behaviors, and assets
• Designing impactful climate solutions for faith-based organizations
• Supporting advocacy and mobilization efforts by convening faith and spiritual leaders2

His expertise spans areas such as sustainable development, urban planning, governance, and design, with a particular focus on the intersection of faith and sustainability.3

Personal

Carrick currently resides in Los Angeles, California, where he enjoys surfing, hiking, and eating tacos.1 His artistic and journalistic works have been featured by various organizations, including the World Economic Forum, American Institute of Architects, United Nations Habitat, and Next City.1