Nicole Jackson

A U.S. Army Reserve Veteran and Sustainability Professional experienced in Administrative & Facility Management, Sustainable Sourcing, Renovations, Relocation, and Event Management.

Nicole seeks to apply her expertise in green building, project management, policy development, and contract management to help organizations achieve strategic goals and enhance operations.

She focuses on policies for carbon footprint reduction, green meetings, waste management, and sustainable procurement to improve lives.

Expertise

Executing her expertise in the field of sustainability, Nicole has engaged with several organizations. Most recent are NAACP Maryland State Conference Environmental & Climate Justice Committee (NAACP MSC-ECJ), World Wildlife Fund, Inc. (WWF), and U.S. Green Building Council (USGBC).

Nicole currently works in an advisory capacity with NAACP MSC-ECJ and a municipality - the City of District Heights (MD).

Within the NAACP MSC-ECJ, Nicole spearheads multiple initiatives. Among these is a Legislative Education Night tailored for HBCU students. This event strives to introduce students to the fundamental aspects of impactful climate policy and enlighten them about career pathways within the climate policy realm. Additionally, there's a community gathering dedicated to assisting residents in reducing their energy expenses. Moreover, Nicole leads educational sessions designed to enhance the community's comprehension of prevailing policies, such as Climate Solutions NOW, Inflation Reduction Act, and Justice40, and their relevance to localized climate and environmental solutions.

At WWF and USGBC, Nicole led institutional procurement and facilities, emphasizing sustainable sourcing policies, ecological footprint calculation, and carbon reduction. She oversaw multi-million dollar LEED Platinum-rated spaces, managed energy-efficient systems, and handled LEED re-certification. Her project management has enriched her expertise in:

• Building Performance Metrics
• Carbon Emission Reporting
• Energy Management
• Environmental Impact & Sustainability Reports
• Ergonomic Assessments
• Operating Policies
• Waste Audits

Nicole chairs the District Heights Sustainability Committee, co-chairs the Prince George's County Climate Resident Advisory Group, and is a Climate Justice Fellow with CEEJH at the University of Maryland School of Public Health.