Rachel Lombardi

Rachel Lombardi has extensive experience in the field of industrial ecology and circular economy. Rachel currently serves as the Chief Executive Officer at International Synergies Limited (ISL), where they have been working since 2023. In this role, they have contributed to the avoidance of nearly 50 million tonnes of CO2 and the realization of over £3 billion in economic value through the circular economy approach of industrial symbiosis. ISL has completed projects in 50 countries and developed the resource matching software SYNERGie with over 100,000 resources for reuse from organizations worldwide.

Prior to their current position, Rachel worked as a Trainer-Facilitator at Industrial Ecology Consulting since 2008. In this role, they designed and delivered customized training in industrial ecology and industrial symbiosis for various entities, including companies, local governments, universities, and professional organizations. Additionally, they organized and facilitated events in the circular economy and industrial ecology space, collaborating with clients to define themes, invite speakers, coordinate presentations, and facilitate the events.

Rachel has also served as an Associate Director of Business Development at International Synergies Ltd from 2010 to 2013. Furthermore, they worked as an Associate Editor for the Journal of Industrial Ecology from 2010 to 2012. Prior to this, they held the position of Research Fellow at the University of Birmingham from 2006 to 2012.

Overall, Rachel Lombardi's experience showcases their expertise in industrial ecology, circular economy, and business development, as well as their contributions to global sustainability efforts.

Rachel Lombardi has not provided specific start and end years for their education history. However, they have pursued a Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) in Engineering and Applied Physics from Yale University. Prior to that, they obtained a Bachelor's degree in Physics and Mathematics from Stony Brook University. It is unclear if they completed any degree or field of study at Columbia University, as no information is provided.