Lara Croushore

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Leading climate strategy and programs @ SecondMuse @ SecondMuse
Lara Croushore's Location
New York City Metropolitan Area, United States, United States
About Lara Croushore

I lead the Climate group at SecondMuse, an impact and innovation company that works with communities to build resilient economies at the intersection of climate, equity, and tech. I have nearly 20 years of experience in strategy, program management, and operations, working for mission-driven organizations that are solving some of our most existential challenges.Before joining SecondMuse, I served as the Managing Director of Urban Ocean Lab, a non-profit policy think tank developing ocean-climate solutions for the future of coastal cities. I spent a decade developing climate, sustainability, and resiliency policy and programs for the City of New York. I was Chief Strategy Officer for Climate and Sustainability in the New York City Mayor’s Office. During my time at City Hall, I led citywide climate action planning — such as the development of New York City’s Green New Deal, OneNYC 2050 — and also managed New York City’s global partnerships to scale climate action efforts worldwide. Prior to the NYC Mayor’s Office, I was Vice President and head of Smart & Sustainable Cities at the New York City Economic Development Corporation. In this role, I led a multidisciplinary team to grow the green economy in New York City by working with local entrepreneurs and global business leaders to develop technologies and sustainable business strategies to mitigate and adapt to the climate crisis.I have an MPA in Environmental Science and Policy from Columbia University, and an undergraduate degree in Environmental Science from Boston University.I feel truly fulfilled when I can be of service to others and when I support progressive organizations that are working to develop innovative solutions that benefit people and protect the planet. I am always eager to learn new skills, explore new opportunities, and collaborate with like-minded individuals who share my vision and values.

Lara Croushore's Current Company Details
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Leading climate strategy and programs @ SecondMuse
Lara Croushore Work Experience Details
  • Secondmuse
    Senior Director, Climate
    Secondmuse Apr 2024 - Present
    10 Global Offices, Us
    SecondMuse is an impact and innovation company that works with communities focused on climate, equity, and tech. We bring communities together to build economies that benefit people and protect the planet.
  • Urban Ocean Lab
    Managing Director
    Urban Ocean Lab Sep 2021 - Sep 2023
    Brooklyn, Ny, Us
    Founding employee of Urban Ocean Lab, an ocean-climate policy think tank for the future of coastal cities founded by Ayana Elizabeth Johnson, Marquise Stillwell, and Jean Flemma. I was responsible for all aspects of organizational design, build, growth, and management.
  • Nyc Office Of The Mayor
    Chief Strategy Officer, Office Of Climate And Sustainability
    Nyc Office Of The Mayor May 2021 - Sep 2021
    New York, Us
    C-suite leader with broad responsibility for strategy—advising on the development and implementation of NYC’s climate and sustainability policy, programs, partnerships, and communications—and lead for high profile strategic initiatives on behalf of City Hall. I also served as head of partnerships and climate networks, and managed New York City’s global city-to-city partnerships to scale climate action efforts with cities worldwide.
  • Nyc Office Of The Mayor
    Interim Director, Office Of Climate Policy And Programs
    Nyc Office Of The Mayor Apr 2021 - May 2021
    New York, Us
    Acting principal responsible for development and delivery of NYC’s climate policy agenda and programs. Oversaw a portfolio of programs including the first municipal-level environmental justice program in the nation, the implementation of the New York City's 'Green New Deal', and the Divest / Invest program to create a global network of cities committed to fossil fuel divestment and investment in climate solutions.
  • Nyc Office Of The Mayor
    Chief Of Staff, Office Of Climate Policy And Programs
    Nyc Office Of The Mayor Aug 2018 - Apr 2021
    New York, Us
    As Chief of Staff, I was a member of the Senior Leadership team and played a key role in ensuring the overall delivery of New York City’s climate policy goals, while overseeing day-to-day operations and management of the Climate Policy office. I led citywide climate action planning efforts—such as the development of New York City's Green New Deal, OneNYC 2050. I also served as a strategic advisor and first deputy to the Mayor's Chief Climate Policy Advisor.
  • New York City Economic Development Corporation
    Vice President, Smart & Sustainable Cities
    New York City Economic Development Corporation Aug 2015 - Aug 2018
    New York, New York, Us
    As part of the leadership team within the Center for Urban Innovation, I oversaw the ‘Smart & Sustainable Cities’ portfolio, and was responsible for NYC’s economic development strategy and investments in the sustainability, resiliency, smart cities, and Urbantech sectors.I oversaw a large portfolio of incubators and accelerators, innovation spaces, technology pilot and demonstration projects, investment funds, talent development programs, and other ecosystem building programs and events. Key programs included: Urbantech NYC, Futureworks NYC, NYCx Co-Labs, and RISE : NYC.
  • New York City Economic Development Corporation
    Director Of Energy And Sustainability Initiatives
    New York City Economic Development Corporation Jul 2013 - Jul 2015
    New York, New York, Us
    In this role, I oversaw NYCEDC’s programs and investments in the sustainability and resiliency sectors and acted as an in-house energy and sustainability advisor for visioning, planning, and development of NYC’s critical facilities, neighborhoods, communities, and infrastructure.
  • New York City Economic Development Corporation
    Senior Project Manager, Clean Technology & Energy
    New York City Economic Development Corporation Oct 2011 - Jul 2013
    New York, New York, Us
    As Senior Project Manager for cleantech and energy, I managed 50+ pilot and demonstration projects across New York City and authored white papers with project findings and recommendations to support industry growth. The technology pilots included battery storage, microgrid, smart grid, and renewable energy (solar PV, solar thermal, wind) projects. I was also a member of the Mayor's Energy Policy Task Force under the Bloomberg Administration.
  • National Grid
    Energy Policy Analyst
    National Grid May 2010 - Nov 2010
    London, London, Gb
    I worked as part of the Sustainable Gas Group, supporting the team's efforts to promote the development and expansion of renewable natural gas.I provided project management support on a biogas demonstration project at the Newtown Creek Wastewater Treatment Plant, a first-of-its-kind project in New York City. I also conducted research and developed policy memos advocating for renewable natural gas incentives for New York State. I contributed to the research, writing, and development of a white paper that sized the opportunity for renewable gas in the Northeastern United States, provided an overview of the technology, and laid out the vision for a sustainable gas network.
  • Booz Allen Hamilton
    Senior Consultant
    Booz Allen Hamilton Jun 2006 - May 2009
    Mclean, Va, Us
    As Senior Consultant, I supported the US Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) Region 1 Superfund Program as an Enforcement Support Specialist and Records and Information Center Task Manager, and was responsible for on-time delivery of hundreds of client-initiated projects. I oversaw project development and delivery. I managed contracts, developed project plans, coordinated project teams, determined cost estimates, and monitored and adjusted financials. I facilitated high-level discussions with EPA clients to meet overarching goals, improve efficiency, develop new standards and guidance, and increase project development. I acted as a career manager for junior staff members, providing feedback, assessments, professional development opportunities, and mentorship.

Lara Croushore Education Details

  • Columbia University
    Columbia University
    Environmental Science And Policy
  • Boston University
    Boston University
    Environmental Science And Policy

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Lara Croushore attended Columbia University, Boston University.

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