Team

Anderson is a software engineer and an open-source software advocate and contributor. He’s excited to be working at the intersection of data-intensive climate science and software engineering. He holds a BS in Systems Engineering from the University of Arkansas at Little Rock.

Becky has extensive experience in the nonprofit sector, and is energized by operations and project management. She is passionate about creating organizational systems that foster team productivity, and is excited to be involved in climate action. She holds a BA from Western Washington University.

Chris is a lawyer specializing in administrative law and regulatory policy. He works on policy applications for CarbonPlan’s research and tools. He holds a JD from New York University, an MA from the University of Chicago, and a BA from Berkeley.

Claire is a climate scientist committed to applying research to advance climate solutions. She joins CarbonPlan as a Schmidt Science Fellow, through which she has a joint postdoctoral appointment at the University of California, Irvine. Her background spans climate science research and environmental policy. She holds a PhD in Atmospheric Sciences from the University of Washington and a BA in Geosciences from Princeton University.

Freya has an interdisciplinary background in decarbonization. She’s particularly interested in how climate-forced transformations will impact culture and communities. She holds an MS in Earth Systems and a BS in Computer Science from Stanford University.

Grayson is an ecologist dedicated to ensuring a vibrant future where both people and the planet thrive. He received a PhD in Earth System Science from Stanford University.

Kata is a software engineer and designer with a background in front-end web development. She works on web tools and graphics that support CarbonPlan’s research. She holds a BA from Reed College.

Oriana is a climate scientist committed to conducting impactful, equitable science. She is an alum of AmeriCorps, where she worked to support immigrant rights. She holds a PhD in Civil and Environmental Engineering from the University of Washington and a BS in Chemistry from Haverford College.

Raphael is a data engineer with a background in remote sensing geoscience. He is interested in earth observation and scientific tool building as well as climate outreach. He holds a BS in Geoscience from the University of Montana and has spent several seasons working as a ranger for the National Park Service.

Shane is a software engineer with a background in the Earth Sciences. He’s excited to make maps, visualizations, and tools that aid in fights for environmental justice and climate action. He holds an MS in Earth Sciences from the University of Minnesota.