Olivia Melson

Olivia Melson is an experienced environmental professional currently serving as an Associate Greenhouse Gas Program Manager and Environmental Specialist at Northern Natural Gas since February 2020. In this role, Olivia manages project compliance and maintenance, oversees stormwater and dewatering permits, and compiles reports for the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission. Prior to this, Olivia worked as a Utility Forester at Davey Resource Group, Inc., where vegetation work along utility lines was planned using GIS. As Northeast Conservation Director with Conservation Nebraska, Olivia focused on building partnerships and organizing conservation events. Olivia's background also includes a role as Sustainability and Operations Manager at Personal Touch Catering, where sustainability initiatives were developed and implemented. Educational qualifications include a Bachelor's of Science in Forest Resources and Environmental Conservation from Virginia Tech and a Master's Certificate in Sustainability Assessment and Planning from Loyola University Chicago.