Sustainable Conservation
Richael Young is a seasoned professional with extensive experience in water management, environmental sustainability, and economic analysis. Currently serving as the Senior Director for the Water for the Future Program at Sustainable Conservation, Richael focuses on developing holistic strategies for water security in California. In addition, Richael advises Matereal, a company innovating in the chemicals industry with a biobased alternative to polyurethane. Previous roles include Senior Economist at ERA Economics, Founder and CEO of Mammoth Water, and various research and program positions within academic and governmental organizations. Richael holds multiple degrees from the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign, including a Master of Science in Environmental Engineering and Agricultural and Applied Economics, as well as a Bachelor of Science in Civil and Environmental Engineering.
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Sustainable Conservation
Sustainable Conservation helps California thrive by uniting people to solve the toughest challenges facing our land, air and water. Every day, we bring together business, landowners and government to steward the resources that we all depend on in ways that make economic sense. Because we know that common ground is California’s most important resource. Too often, conflict overshadows common ground when solving environmental problems. For decades, fighting it out in court or the state house has been the default approach to addressing tough challenges facing California’s land, air, and water. Each conflict deepens the distrust and animosity between environmental groups and business, while the pressure on our vital natural resources only increases. California deserves better. When we unite all those who are affected by a problem, understand their perspectives, and find common ground, we succeed in stewarding the resources we all depend on for a thriving future.