City of La Mesa
Serena Lee is an experienced environmental analyst currently serving in the role of Environmental Analyst II at the City of La Mesa, CA, since February 2023. Previously, Serena held positions such as Interim Advisor at The Climate Equity Collaborative, where responsibilities included advising on nationwide climate service programs and advocating for equitable policies. Serena also worked as the Organic Waste Recycling Policy Coordinator at the City of Irvine, focusing on outreach and compliance with waste requirements under SB 1383. Additional experience includes serving as a Climate Action Corps Fellow at LA Conservation Corps, designing climate resiliency curricula, and managing food distribution programs at Palomar College. Serena holds a Bachelor of Arts in Japanese Language and Literature from UC Irvine and studied at Waseda University.