Thomas Peterson

Thomas Peterson serves as the President and CEO of the Center for Climate Strategies since 2004, guiding collaborative climate policy efforts among stakeholders. In addition to this role, Thomas has been an adjunct professor at The Johns Hopkins University, where courses on Climate Change Adaptation and International Climate Change Policy are developed and taught. Having held adjunct positions at George Mason University and Penn State University, focused on conflict resolution and climate law, respectively, Thomas brings extensive academic engagement to complement a rich professional background. Previous positions include Domestic Policy Director at the Center for Clean Air Policy and various roles at the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency, the Council of Economic Advisers, and the U.S. Senate, contributing to climate policy formulation and economic analysis. Educational qualifications include an MBA from The University of Texas at Austin, a MEM from Duke University, and a BS from William & Mary.