Amy's scientific lens helps Watermark understand the details of water development, while her vocational experiences give Amy a macro-level perspective on the impact and importance of water issues.

After working in the environmental and biodiesel fields, Amy elected to pursue a graduate degree in chemistry. In order to combine her passions for science and renewable energy, she investigated how to improve the efficiency of solar cells using zinc oxide nanoparticles and organic linker molecules. Now, Amy draws on her technical skill-set to continuously improve the capacity of Watermark's Hydro Diplomats while coordinating and directing sustainable water projects. Clients' water problems are investigated and analyzed with the assistance of Amy's critical evaluation skills. Amy's mentality of "go beyond the scientific model" enables Watermark to identify, design, and guide innovative solutions.

A naturalist with real-world experience in landscape design and aquatic invasive species mitigation, Amy enjoys keeping her family dog out of her rain gardens. Amy earned a B.A. (summa cum laude) in chemistry from Gustavus Adolphus College, and M.S. in chemistry from the University of Minnesota.

amy@watermarkinitiative.com