Emma Schoppe
About Emma Schoppe
Emma Schoppe serves as the Local Energy Policy Manager at CenterPoint Energy in Minneapolis, Minnesota, where she has worked since 2018. She has extensive experience in environmental planning and policy analysis, having previously held various planning roles in San Diego and San Luis Obispo.
Work at CenterPoint Energy
Emma Schoppe has served as the Local Energy Policy Manager at CenterPoint Energy since 2018. In this role, she focuses on energy policy initiatives in Minneapolis, Minnesota. Her responsibilities include collaborating with local government agencies to develop climate action strategies that align with environmental, economic, and social equity goals. Schoppe's expertise in policy analysis and community engagement supports her efforts in promoting sustainable energy practices within the community.
Previous Experience in Environmental Planning
Prior to her current position, Emma Schoppe worked at the County of San Diego as a Land Use and Environmental Planner II from 2016 to 2018. She also held the position of Land Use and Environmental Planner I at the same county from 2015 to 2016. Her experience in these roles involved long-range community planning and policy development, contributing to her extensive background in environmental planning.
Education and Expertise
Emma Schoppe earned her Bachelor's degree in International Development Studies from UCLA, where she studied from 2007 to 2009. She furthered her education by obtaining a Master's degree in City/Urban, Community and Regional Planning from California Polytechnic State University-San Luis Obispo, completing her studies from 2011 to 2013. Schoppe's academic background complements her expertise in policy analysis and community engagement, particularly in sustainability and environmental planning.
Background in Government Administration
Emma Schoppe has a demonstrated history of working in government administration, focusing on long-range community planning and policy development. Her career includes various roles, such as Environmental Planning Intern at the County of San Luis Obispo and Program Associate at the Morro Bay National Estuary Program. This diverse experience has equipped her with the skills necessary to navigate complex environmental policies and engage with community stakeholders effectively.