Cari Collins

Cari Collins has a diverse work experience in the clean energy and infrastructure sectors. Cari started their career as a Community Development Specialist at Jackson County, where they played a key role in developing a regional rail initiative and coordinating outreach campaigns. Later, at Clean Line Energy Partners, they served as an Analyst, focusing on legislative affairs and community engagement for large-scale infrastructure projects. Cari then joined EDP Renewables as a Project Manager, specializing in solar energy projects. Currently, at Recurrent Energy, Cari holds the position of Head of Policy and Government Affairs, where they lead federal political engagement and provides expertise in clean energy policy to support the company's market strategy. Throughout their career, Cari has demonstrated their ability to navigate regulatory and policy matters and build strategic relationships with key stakeholders.

Cari Collins obtained a Bachelor of Arts (BA) degree in Political Science from Southeast Missouri State University. Cari attended this institution from 2003 to 2006. Following their undergraduate studies, they pursued further education at the University of Missouri-Kansas City, where they obtained a Master of Arts (MA) degree in Political Science from 2011 to 2013.