Kate Zerrenner

Kate Zerrenner is a highly experienced policy expert with a strong background in climate, energy, and environmental policy, strategy, communications, and politics.

With nearly 20 years of non-profit and state and federal experience, Kate has an extensive knowledge of state and federal legislative affairs, including writing legislation, preparing and giving testimony, and collaborating with legislative staff.

She has a proven track record of detailed policy strategy and analysis, working with diverse stakeholders to address complex environmental problems and drive strategic decisions based on sound science and policy.

Kate's key accomplishments include successfully passing energy-water bills through the Texas Legislature, initiating the Energy-Water Nexus practice at EDF, advising the US Department of Energy Water-Energy team, and being a top communicator at EDF with numerous blog posts and speaking engagements across the US and Europe.

She holds a MA in International Energy & Environmental Policy from The Johns Hopkins University, a MPhil in Comparative Politics from University of Glasgow, and a BA in History from The University of Texas at Austin.

Kate has held various roles in prestigious organizations such as Senior Researcher and Producer at Harvard Business School's Climate Rising, Policy Advisor at Texas HHSC Office of Inspector General, and Senior Manager at Environmental Defense Fund.

Her past experiences include positions at US Government Accountability Office, SAIC, U.S. Department of Energy, and Texas Sunset Advisory Commission, showcasing her diverse expertise.

Kate Zerrenner is known for her exceptional public speaking skills, social media presence, and written publications that effectively communicate complex scientific issues to a wide audience.