Jessica Ordóñez-Lancet is Senior Director for Energy and Environment Campaigns at American Progress.
Prior to joining American Progress, Ordóñez-Lancet worked at Climate Power, where she helped position the organization as a leading voice in Latino media and politics and launched the Climate Power En Acción project. Earlier, she held roles at the National Wildlife Federation and RESOLVE, building expertise in strategic communications, environmental conflict resolution, and climate advocacy. Her career has been defined by a commitment to advancing environmental and climate justice and fostering a more equitable and resilient future.
Born and raised in San José, Costa Rica, Ordóñez-Lancet holds a master’s degree in global environmental policy from American University and a bachelor’s degree in communication from the University of Costa Rica. She lives in Montgomery County, Maryland.