David Roberts

Principal Climate and Sustainability Specialist

David has built a career facilitating and supporting collaborative processes that tackle complex issues related to climate change, resilience, watershed management, and sustainability. For over four decades, David has worked with governments, tribes, non-profits, and businesses across the Pacific Northwest, helping them navigate challenges and seize opportunities.

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David has built a career facilitating and supporting collaborative processes that tackle complex issues related to climate change, resilience, watershed management, and sustainability. For over four decades, David has worked with governments, tribes, non-profits, and businesses across the Pacific Northwest, helping them navigate challenges and seize opportunities.

Known for his optimistic and engaging personality, David excels at fostering constructive decision-making among diverse groups. His steady leadership encourages stakeholders to explore new possibilities and make informed choices. With a solid background in natural resources, sustainability, and systems management, David is also a sought-after speaker on a variety of environmental topics. In his spare time, David is an outdoorsman, photographer, and singer/songwriter.

What was your first job? Does it relate to what you’re doing now?

I was a dairy milk tester as a teen in Enumclaw. Growing up on a farm and working with dairymen always gives me a point of reference when working with the agricultural community.

Education & Experience

Master of Science in Environmental Science and Engineering, University of Washington
Bachelor of Science in Geology, Washington State University
Whatcom Disputer Resolution Center – Peace Builder Award

Certifications

Washington Career Executive Program
Washington Incident Command, Public Information Officer