Sam Johnson

Sam Johnson is a seasoned professional in policy advocacy and sustainability, currently serving as the Senior Coordinator of Policy Advocacy at the Clean Energy Buyers Association since August 2023, where responsibilities include managing the Buyer Policy Team and overseeing key performance indicators. Prior experience includes roles as a Policy Fellow at the UNC Kenan-Flagler Business School, focusing on water equity, and as a Climate Action and Response Plan Intern for the Town of Chapel Hill, addressing energy burden issues. Sam has also contributed as a Graduate Student Consultant for the Environmental Defense Fund and completed several internships related to policy research and innovation at organizations such as RTI International and the North Carolina Department of Commerce. Academically, Sam holds a Master of Public Policy and dual Bachelor's degrees in Biology and Public Policy from the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill, complemented by extensive leadership experience in student government.