Jenny Ahlen

Work

Jenny Ahlen helps manage Environmental Defense Fund's on-site partnership with Walmart in Bentonville, AR, advancing sustainable business practices throughout its operations and supply chain.

Jenny’s primary areas of responsibility include renewable energy, and carbon life cycle inventory and analysis.

Background

Prior to EDF, Jenny worked for the Arkansas Economic Development Commission in two different roles, first as the Renewable Energy Programs Manager for the Arkansas Energy Office, and more recently for the Strategic Planning Division, with a focus on energy policy and legislation. Before Jenny moved back to Arkansas from Boston, she worked for Abt Associates Inc. as an analyst, estimating the costs and benefits of environmental regulations for the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency.

Education

• MA, Energy and Environmental Analysis, Boston University’s Center for Energy and Environmental Studies
• BA, Environmental Analysis and Policy, Boston University’s Center for Energy and Environmental Studies