Apr 1, 2025 at 8:00 AM
In recognition of her significant contributions to public service and environmental policy. After graduating from Princeton with a M.S.E. in chemical engineering in 1986, Lisa joined the EPA as a staff engineer. In 2002, she returned to New Jersey, joining the Department of Environmental Protection in 2002 and becoming the state commissioner of Environmental Protection in 2006. In 2008, Jackson was named administrator of the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency and took action to implement stringent environmental regulations and champion sustainable practices. Since joining Apple in 2013, she has shown a path forward for all companies to minimize their impact on our climate through both efficiency and innovation. Her deep commitment to protecting the environment and urgent leadership in combating climate change are an inspiration in service of humanity.