Emily E. Skill Email & Phone Number

Portland, Or, Us

Leading Copia's western greenfield portfolio (CAISO and WECC) and managing more than 25GW of solar & BESS projects across federal, state, and private lands

Andover, Massachusetts, Us

• Directly managed the development of 5 early-stage projects that consisted of 1800 MW solar + 800 MW BESS sited on federal lands in the Pacific Northwest and 300 MW solar + 250 MW BESS on state and private land in Utah• Mentored a colleague on the development, including leasing campaign, project budget and schedule, and permitting strategy, of two solar projects with a combined 500 MW capacity + 225 MW BESS and an early stage 500 MW wind + 250 MW BESS project in WECC• Led a leasing campaign for a geothermal project in WECC that consisted of federal, state, and private lands • Analyzed regional, state, and local policy impacts on project pipeline and provided feedback to internal policy team and trade organizations to advocate for improved policies on renewable energy development • Collaborated with interconnection and transmission experts to identify impacts from Bonneville Power Administration queue reform on project pipeline and creating solutions to address challenges

Andover, Massachusetts, Us

• Finalized and brought a 112 MW solar portfolio consisting of 5 solar projects located in 4 different municipalities in northern Illinois (PJM) to NTP• Managed the development of a greenfield 200 MW wind + 100 MW BESS project (PJM), which included creating and executing the strategy to acquire land, developing a community engagement plan, providing feedback during the county’s wind ordinance review, and permitting 4 met towers• Sited and developed an early stage 300 MW solar + 150 MW BESS project (PJM) and acquired land control for interconnection filing• Prepared special use permit (SUP) applications (8) and present project materials at city/county board meetings• Received unanimous approval in all 4 municipalities for the SUPs for the 112 MW solar portfolio after presenting and speaking at a total of 15 public meetings• Negotiated and executed lease, easement, and purchase options agreements with landowners • Managed a total of $10 million dollars in project development budgets • Generated and maintained project timelines and ensured milestones were met through collaboration with a variety of subject matter experts, including engineers, permitting and environmental experts, interconnection experts, energy analysts, surveyors, attorneys, and commercial and marketing teams• Established key partnerships with community members and organizations to build project support

Salt Lake City, Utah, Us

• Coordinated the development of approximately 15 utility-scale (ranging from 40MW to 300MW) wind and solar projects across Utah, Wyoming, and Colorado• Collaborated with engineers, surveyors, GIS specialists, environmental consultants, counties, state and federal agencies, and utilities to design, study, and permit solar and wind projects• Wrote and submitted project proposals (9) to utilities, cities, and commercial-industrial entities requesting renewable energy procurement • Submitted, oversaw, and met milestone deadlines for more than 20 interconnection requests with utilities• Identified and evaluated locations for potential solar and wind projects; used Google Earth and ArcGIS Online to portray land control and project layout development • Tracked and arranged land rent payments according to the rate schedules in more than 20 land lease agreements • Planned and organized events that inform and educate communities about the socioeconomic benefits of potential renewable energy projects in their county

Logan, Utah, Us

Coordinated with the Utah Office of Energy Development and Department of Defense to create a policy guidebook and interactive GIS map to assist stakeholders interested in renewable energy development in Utah that does not impede on military operations.

Logan, Utah, Us

• Identified local renewable energy opportunities to assist the city in reaching its goal to achieve 50% renewable energy by 2030. • Created and developed a Green Business Program pilot project for the City of Logan Utah to promote sustainable business practices and award businesses that are working to keep the community healthy, clean, and enjoyable for the generations to come.• Designed posters, handouts, and social media campaigns to educate City of Logan residents about recycling and waste reduction, energy efficiency, and water conservation. • Educated Cache County residents on proper recycling practices, air quality, energy efficiency, and water conservation through engaging activities. • Taught 100+ children and adults about the Cache County Landfill and correct recycling habits.

Dayton, Oh, Us

• Wrote, recorded, produced, and edited 6 short videos that educate UD students on how to be sustainable on campus• Designed and worked along UD's professional videography crew to create a video that exemplifies the efforts UD has made to become a sustainable university and showcase the sustainability culture that exists on campus. • Created a peer-led sustainability training program for undergraduates at UD that educates the students on sustainable water, energy, and waste habits. This program will train approximately 1000 students each year • Collaborate with Facilities, Dining Services, Housing and Residence Life, and other departments to improve UD’s composting program• Perform lighting audits to estimate energy and costs savings before and after installation of LED lighting in campus buildings• Support various student projects in HSI and track project progress to provide updates to the HSI Director of Student Engagement

Dayton, Oh, Us

• Create and maintain a strong campus community that respects individual and communal values• Plan events for first year university students that encourage and develop healthy friendships • Organize floor meetings to inform students of the university’s expectations and campus events• Mediate roommate conflicts and mentor struggling students• Effectively communicate with residents through use of timely emails and creative bulletin boards• Document situations that are not congruent with the University’s expectations and standards

Dayton, Oh, Us

Teaching assistant for Geographic Information System (GIS) Course, Application of GIS and Global Change and the Earth System (SEE 301)Duties:• Graded students’ homework and wrote helpful comments and tips on incorrect answers• Met with the professor to discuss the material students struggled with

Grand Rapids, Michigan, Us

• Wrote Meijer's Environmental Footprint Report for fiscal year 2015• Analyzed Meijer's energy use, toxic pollutant and greenhouse gas emissions, water usage, habitat impacts, and waste production across 4 years • Presented report findings and recommendations for reducing Meijer's environmental footprint to Meijer's President, Senior Vice Presidents, and Environmental Sustainability Director

Us

Intern for the Department of Air Pollution Control at the Southeast District Office in Ohio.• Studied the pollutants regulated by the EPA and the control processes for reducing emissions • Wrote and issued renewal permits for non-Title V facilities• Conducted complaint investigations • Inspected facilities and reviewed records to check compliance with permits• Collected ambient air monitoring samples to check for high particulate matter and SO2 concentrations

Philadelphia, Pa, Us

• Tutored students struggling in the course Math of Games and Politics• Reviewed class material with the students in order to prepare for quizzes, tests, and exams• Suggested study and note taking tips• Recorded and tracked individual student progress and achievement throughout the tutoring sessions• Tutoring resulted in 100% of the tutees passing with a C+ or higher

Master Of Science - Ms, Environment And Society

Bachelor Of Science - Bs, Geology; Sustainability And The Environment; Geographic Information Systems (Gis); Philosophy