As the Energy and Sustainability Manager at Solid Waste Services for the Municipality of Anchorage, Shaina Kilcoyne works on a broad range of energy and resiliency goals for the Municipality of Anchorage. She strives to collaborate with the many city departments, community entities and organizations, and local businesses to foster partnerships across disciplines to leverage shared goals. Her vision is to cultivate Anchorage as a leader in the energy sector with smart, business-based policies and programs.
Previous to her work at the Municipality of Anchorage, Shaina spent nearly seven years dedicated to promoting energy efficiency and renewable energy through Renewable Energy Alaska Project. During high school and college Shaina spent six years with the Army National Guard as a heavy equipment operator within an engineering unit. Through experience serving in the military, Shaina learned to respect the significance of a secure and sustainable energy economy.