Full Name
Jennifer States
Job Title
Vice President, Projects and Strategy
Company
Washington Maritime Blue
Speaker Bio
Jennifer brings 20 years of renewable energy and clean tech experience in industry, non-profit, government and research environments. She is the Vice President, Projects and Strategy for Washington Maritime Blue, a cluster organization for maritime innovation and sustainability. She leads collaborative efforts and Joint Innovation Projects, as part of implementing the Blue Economy strategy for Washington State. In addition to supporting launch of Maritime Blue, she supported the development of the new Blue Sky Maritime Coalition and now serves on its Board of Directors and as Projects Director. Most recently, she was Director for Blue Economy at DNV, Energy and Maritime - North America. Her additional experience includes Port of Port Angeles, Pacific Northwest National Laboratory, managing a wind development company, as well as serving as City Councilor for Sequim, WA.

Her focus areas include port and maritime innovation and decarbonization projects; such as electrification and alternative fuels for vessels, as well as shoreside renewable energy, storage and microgrids. Her greatest accomplishments include launch and leadership for Washington Maritime Blue and Blue Sky Maritime Coalition, launching a start-up in carbon fiber recycling, implementation of key renewable energy policy, and driving development of clean energy projects.
Jennifer States