Work

Paul Harrison leads Environmental Defense Fund's campaign to secure restoration of the natural functioning of the Mississippi River Delta and wetlands complex, where 2,000 of 7,000 square miles of land have been lost in less than a century as flood control, navigation, and energy extraction activities turned off the natural land-building mechanisms of the river.

This task must be accomplished while addressing the needs and health of southern Louisiana's diverse communities and economic infrastructure—including oil and gas, ports and navigation, and fisheries.

Paul manages our coalition of national and local civic groups using the negotiation, organizing, and technical analysis skills he acquired as a litigating attorney in Washington and while organizing New York City communities in support of neighborhood traffic calming.

Background

• J.D., Fordham University Law School (1997-2000)
• B.A. in Public Policy, College of William and Mary (1989-1993)

• Trial Attorney, U.S. Department of Justice (2000-2006)
• Campaign Coordinator, Transportation Alternatives (1993-1997)