Kyle Lemle

Kyle Lemle is currently serving as a Natural Resources and Tribal Relations Specialist and a Presidential Management Fellow at the USDA Forest Service. He recently announced his position on LinkedIn, where he expressed his honor in joining the agency.23

Lemle has a strong academic background, having pursued a Master's in Forestry at the Yale School of the Environment. His focus there was on the conservation, restoration, and sustainable management of forest ecosystems, particularly in relation to climate mitigation efforts in the U.S..1 He has also been involved with significant climate and environmental initiatives, including serving as a Kerry Fellow, supporting climate policy analysis for the Special Presidential Envoy on Climate, John Kerry. Additionally, he has worked as a consultant for organizations like the U.S. Climate Alliance and The Nature Conservancy.1

With over ten years of experience in forest conservation and climate advocacy, Lemle has contributed to various projects globally, from the forests of California to international initiatives in the Himalayas and mangrove restoration efforts.45 His work emphasizes grassroots community empowerment and participatory natural resource management, reflecting a commitment to addressing climate justice and environmental issues.