Chris Smith

Chris Smith is a seasoned environmental professional with extensive experience in environmental management and engineering, currently serving as Global Environment Manager at Whirlpool Corporation since December 2020. Prior roles include Senior Environmental Advisor at BPX Energy, where significant achievements included leading initiatives to reduce carbon emissions in Wyoming operations and implementing effective leak detection technologies. Smith's experience also encompasses leadership as Environmental Permitting Team Leader at BP America Production Company, managing compliance and regulatory requirements across diverse teams and projects. An early career at URS Corporation focused on air permitting and compliance across multiple industries. Smith holds a Bachelor of Science degree in Environmental Management from the University of Houston-Clear Lake.