Lisa Jackson

Lisa Jackson is vice president of Environmental Initiatives at Apple Inc., reporting to CEO Tim Cook. She oversees Apple’s efforts to minimize its impact on the environment, including removing toxics from its products, incorporating renewable energy in its facilities, and continually raising the bar for energy efficiency in the electronics industry. Lisa previously served as administrator of the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency. Appointed by President Barack Obama, she focused on reducing greenhouse gases, protecting air and water quality, preventing exposure to toxic contamination, and expanding outreach to communities on environmental issues. Lisa has also served as chief of staff to New Jersey Governor Jon S. Corzine and as commissioner of the state’s Department of Environmental Protection. She earned a bachelor’s degree in chemical engineering from Tulane University, where she currently serves on the board of directors, and a master’s degree in chemical engineering from Princeton University.