David Risley

David Risley has extensive experience at the US Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), currently serving as Chief of Staff for the Office of Water since May 2002, where responsibilities include the development and implementation of water policies and actions related to the Clean Water Act and Safe Drinking Water Act. Prior roles at the EPA include Director of Communications and Deputy Director of Communications for the Office of Water, and Environmental Protection Specialist within the Office of Atmospheric Programs, focusing on air pollution reduction strategies. Risley's career began as an Environmental Scientist in Region 2, addressing pollution from the transportation sector, and as an intern aiding environmental recovery efforts in Lower Manhattan post-9/11. Academic credentials include a Master of Public Policy in Environmental and International Policy from Georgetown University and a Bachelor of Science in Environmental Science from the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill. Additional experience includes a position as a LEGIS Fellow at The Brookings Institution and a role as a cashier at UNC Student Stores.