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Russell Mendell

Associate

Russell Mendell

Russell Mendell is an Associate with the Carbon-Free Electricity Program at RMI.

Background

Prior to joining RMI, Russell was the Campaign Director of the youth-led environmental nonprofit Earth Guardians. He contributed to two books, We Rise: The Earth Guardians Guide to Building a Movement That Restores the Planet and Imaginary Borders, both authored by Xiuhtezcatl Martinez. His reporting from COP21 in Paris was recognized by the Society of Professional Journalists for excellence in environment enterprise reporting.

Education & Awards

B.A., Peace Studies, Naropa University

M.A., Energy Regulation and Law, Vermont Law School

Location

Boulder, CO