Auden Schendler
About Auden Schendler
Auden Schendler serves as the Senior Vice President of Sustainability at Aspen Skiing Company, where he has worked since 2018. He has a background in climate policy advocacy and has held various roles in sustainability and local government.
Work at Aspen Skiing Company
Auden Schendler has served as Senior Vice President of Sustainability at Aspen Skiing Company since 2018. In this role, he focuses on advancing the company's sustainability initiatives and climate action efforts. Prior to his current position, he held the role of Vice President of Sustainability at the same company for 19 years, beginning in 1999. Schendler has been instrumental in implementing various sustainability projects and policies, contributing to the company's reputation as a leader in environmental stewardship within the ski industry.
Previous Roles and Experience
Before joining Aspen Skiing Company, Auden Schendler worked as the Commissioner of the Air Quality Control Commission for the State of Colorado from 2018 to 2020. He also served as a Research Associate in Corporate Sustainability at the Rocky Mountain Institute from 1996 to 1999. Additionally, he was a Town Council member for the Town of Basalt, Colorado, from 2016 to 2020. These roles provided him with a diverse background in policy, research, and local governance.
Advocacy and Climate Policy Engagement
Auden Schendler advocates for climate policy changes at the national level. He actively participates in lobbying efforts in Washington, D.C., to promote climate action. His engagement includes stakeholder and civic communication, aiming to raise awareness and drive policy initiatives that address climate change. Schendler's work has been recognized through interviews, including one with NPR correspondent Kirk Siegler, where he discussed sustainability efforts.
Sustainability Initiatives and Projects
Schendler has been involved in various sustainability initiatives at Aspen Skiing Company, including the 'Give a Flake' campaign, which promotes climate action. He played a key role in transforming an abandoned coal mine into a power plant that converts methane emissions into clean energy. His efforts reflect a commitment to innovative solutions that address environmental challenges and enhance sustainability practices.