Shoshannah Lenski

Shoshannah Lenski is an accomplished professional in the field of sustainability and environmental strategy. She currently serves as the Associate Director at the Center for Sustainable Systems at the University of Michigan.5

Career Highlights

Education and Early Achievements: Shoshannah studied at the University of Michigan, where she excelled academically. She was awarded the national congressional Udall Scholarship and completed an honors thesis on Corporate Environmental Strategy. During her time at the university, she also gained valuable experience serving in both Research and Teaching Assistant positions.1

Professional Experience: Prior to her current role, Shoshannah had a significant tenure at DTE Energy, where she worked for 12 years before departing in August 2023.2 She joined the University of Michigan in August 2023, celebrating her one-year anniversary with the institution in August 2024.5

Expertise and Interests

Sustainability and Decarbonization: Shoshannah is deeply committed to sustainability and decarbonization efforts. She has personal experience in implementing sustainable solutions, such as installing a geothermal heat pump heating and cooling system in her home.3 Her professional work involves research on transportation energy burden and environmental equity.6

Sustainability Accounting: In June 2024, Shoshannah passed the Fundamentals of Sustainability Accounting (FSA) Level II exam, becoming a credential holder. This achievement demonstrates her expertise in sustainability accounting and ESG (Environmental, Social, and Governance) practices.7

Leadership in Sustainability Innovation: Shoshannah advocates for best practices in sustainability innovation within organizations. She emphasizes the importance of having a senior-level executive champion, which she believes is crucial for driving sustainability initiatives forward.4

Through her work at the University of Michigan's Center for Sustainable Systems, Shoshannah continues to contribute to research and initiatives that advance sustainable practices and environmental strategies.