Jessica Wright

Jessica is a climate policy and energy research expert, having worked on a variety of engagements including renewable energy procurement, utility advisory, energy market insights, and load forecasting in her role as a Consultant at PA Consulting. Jessica has market expertise and deep expertise in sustainable fuels, infrastructure, energy transition, public health, climate science, and data analytics. She is proud to have worked with a wide variety of clients at PA Consulting to support their transition to renewable fuels. Prior to joining PA Consulting, Jessica graduated with her PhD in Earth Science from Boston University, with a focus on renewable energy transition policy and the climate impacts of natural gas. During her time at BU, Jessica worked with elected officials, research forums, and non-profits to apply her research and engage with stakeholders in and around the Greater Boston area. In addition to her degree, Jessica earned a certificate in urban biogeoscience and public health and her Bachelor’s in biology from Connecticut College. In her free time, Jessica enjoys cooking, cycling, and traveling with her family and friends.

Check out Jessica’s talk about her research at the 2021 URBAN Spring Symposium here!