Collaborative Program Leadership
Susanne is the PacSouth Division Director at Spheros Environmental with 20 years of project and program management experience in the environmental field. She has led California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA), National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA), and permitting efforts for electric utility, solar, geothermal, water utility, and watershed restoration projects throughout California, Nevada, and internationally.
Susanne is recognized for her team leadership and her ability to motivate teams to achieve project and program goals. She supports work in the geothermal, electric utility, and water resource sectors, bringing a collaborative and results-focused approach to environmental review, permitting, and project delivery. Her leadership experience also includes company operations and staff development.
In 2009, Susanne received the Environmental Improvement Program Award from the Lake Tahoe Federal Advisory Committee for her contributions to restoration in the Lake Tahoe Basin.
Areas of Focus
- CEQA, NEPA, and environmental permitting
- Project and program management
- Electric utility, solar, and geothermal projects
- Water utility and watershed restoration projects
- Team leadership, operations, and staff development
Education
Master of Arts, Public Policy
University of Nevada, Reno
Bachelor of Arts, Political Science
University of California San Diego
Strong leadership creates shared momentum.
Clear direction and team motivation help people work effectively toward project and program goals.
Environmental review requires coordinated thinking.
Successful CEQA, NEPA, and permitting efforts depend on aligning technical work, project priorities, and regulatory requirements.
Restoration work creates lasting value.
Thoughtful planning and implementation can support meaningful improvements for watersheds and surrounding communities.