Growing up, Jessica has spent half of her time in California and the other half across the Pacific Ocean in Taiwan. The two distinct cultures, natural resource and geography has shaped her world view and sparked creativity in her work. She's been fascinated by Bay Area's entrepreneurial spirit while she studied Masters of Development Practice Degree at UC Berkeley. Along with a group of like-minded folks, she has co- founded a sustainability popup museum, the Museum of Tomorrow, to capture the attention of youth & young adults through a playful, action-oriented approach. The Museum can be found traveling in the Bay Area cities.

In addition to outreach, Jessica has been working on systematical decarbonization and resource conservation at SMCCCD as the Sustainability Coordinator. Currently her main work surrounds Climate Action Plan implementation. Outside of work, Jessica is an avid traveler who enjoys discovering small local cuisines & sustainable shops, expressing her creativity through content creation and  swimming. 

Ananya grew up around the Chesapeake and San Francisco Bay and developed a love for the outdoors at a young age. She graduated from UC Berkeley with a degree in Molecular Environmental Biology, and has enjoyed joining a team just as passionate as she is about the intersection of sustainability, health, and equity.  

As the Sustainable Procurement and Circularity Fellow at SMCCCD, Ananya assisted the District in meeting its ambitious waste generation and diversion goals, and identified innovative ways to reduce the District's water usage. Currently her work has expanded to include additional outreach efforts and energy related infrastructure projects. In her free time, you can catch Ananya hiking, attending a concert, at the movie theater, or dancing!  

Joe, who has been with the District for almost two decades, brings to the Sustainability Team an expertise ranging from custodial to groundskeeping to engineering experience. As the AFSCME president, as well as a football coach and nonprofit founder on the side, Joe has a deep appreciation for equity, collaboration, and doing good for the largest number of people possible. 

With the Sustainability Team, Joe supervises the 5 student assistants through the Sustainability Career Center, assisting with educational exhibit design and creation. Outside of work, Joe can be found at football tournaments, local markets and festivals, and spending time with his family.