Jessica Noon, AI Cp, Leed Ap, Env Sp
About Jessica Noon, AI Cp, Leed Ap, Env Sp
Jessica Noon is a Sustainability Manager at Philadelphia International Airport, where she has led initiatives in solar energy generation and climate resilience since 2021. She has extensive experience in sustainability and environmental planning, having worked in various roles across different organizations, including the Philadelphia Water Department and Sarasota County Government.
Work at Philadelphia International Airport
Jessica Noon has served as the Sustainability Manager at Philadelphia International Airport (PHL) since 2021. In this role, she has led initiatives focused on solar energy generation and climate resilience. She has also implemented sustainable design standards, achieving LEED Gold certification for new facilities at the airport. Under her management, PHL achieved Airport Carbon Accreditation, Level 2, emphasizing carbon emission tracking and reduction. Additionally, she authored the Sustainability Management Plan and the Climate Adaptation & Resilience Plan for the airport.
Previous Experience in Sustainability and Planning
Prior to her current role, Jessica Noon worked at the Philadelphia Water Department as Supervisor of Green Infrastructure Partnerships from 2013 to 2021. She also served as a Green Infrastructure Planner at the same department from 2011 to 2013. Her experience includes working as a Sustainability Project Manager for Sarasota County Government from 2002 to 2004 and as a Leadership Philadelphia Core Class Fellow at LEADERSHIP Philadelphia from 2014 to 2015.
Educational Background in Environmental Science
Jessica Noon studied at New College of Florida, where she earned a Bachelor of Arts degree in Environmental Science and Anthropology from 1996 to 2002. She furthered her education at Rutgers University, obtaining a Master's degree in City and Regional Planning from 2006 to 2008. Her academic background supports her expertise in sustainability and environmental planning.
Achievements in Sustainability Reporting
Jessica Noon developed the inaugural Environmental, Social and Governance (ESG) Report for Philadelphia International Airport, showcasing her commitment to sustainability and transparency in environmental practices. Her work has contributed to the airport's recognition in sustainable practices and initiatives.
Diverse Professional Experience
In addition to her roles in sustainability, Jessica Noon has a diverse professional background. She worked as a Horticulturist at Marie Selby Botanical Gardens from 1998 to 1999 and managed organic gardens at New College of Florida from 1999 to 2002. She also taught physics at TechBoston Academy from 2005 to 2006 and served as a Bilingual Trip Leader for Outward Bound Costa Rica in 2004.