Christine A. Berg
Lafayette,CO
Summary
Over 15 years of experience in local, state and federal policy and governance. Superpowers include public speaking, policy evaluation and bridging the gap between policy frameworks and real-world local impact. Deeply committed to empowering diverse local communities to build resilience and sustainability, ensuring a thriving, equitable quality of life for all.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
Work History
Senior Policy Advisory for Local Government
Colorado Energy Office
10.2019 - 01.2025
- Provided expert policy analysis and recommendations to local governments on clean energy, energy efficiency, building electrification, climate action planning, and decarbonization strategies
- Supported the integration of state energy goals into local land use, zoning, building code, and transportation planning efforts
- Facilitated inter-agency coordination to streamline processes and improve project outcomes in energy initiatives including building codes, electrification and energy efficiency
- Championed programs like Automated Solar Permit Systems (APPS) and energy code training, helping simplify processes for jurisdictions, reduce permitting delays, and increase state-wide technical readiness
- Designed and implemented a multi-million dollar grant program for rebuilding all-electric homes after the Marshall Fire
- Served as a trusted advisor and point of contact for local government officials and staff across the state
- Facilitated stakeholder meetings, workshops, and public forums to support knowledge sharing, collaboration, and best practices, and capacity building tools for local governments
- Provided direct technical support to local jurisdictions on project development, funding applications, and implementation of clean energy initiatives.
- Developed toolkits, guidance documents, and training sessions for local leaders and staff
- Represented CEO on interagency and regional task forces and working groups including the Just Transition Advisory Committee, Regional Air Quality Council, Chair - Marshall Fire Resilient Rebuilding Task Force, Colorado Resiliency Framework Advisory Council, Founding Member - State Interagency Climate Consortium
Colorado Field Consultant
Moms Clean Air Force
07.2016 - 10.2019
- Moms Clean Air Force is a community of over 1 million moms and dads united against the impacts of air pollution and the climate crisis on our children’s health
- Empowered and elevated the voices of moms across the state through training, special events, social media, activism and developing relationships with policy makers
- Developed strategic outreach programs to advocate for clean air policies and engage community stakeholders
- Coordinated press conferences, provided testimony at the state and federal level, trained moms for congressional and state lobby meetings
- Provided leadership opportunities for moms to organize in their communities, join boards and commissions and run for office
- Activated grassroots and grasstops relationships to develop, lead and mobilize for better public policy
Mayor
City of Lafayette, Colorado
12.2013 - 02.2019
- Oversaw a $40 million budget and strategic planning for a growing front range Colorado city to ensure fiscal responsibility
- Advocated for regional transportation solutions, including spearheading an eco-pass ballot initiative
- Lead the development of a roadmap to reach 100% renewable energy by 2030
- Supported youth development programs to provide opportunities for personal growth, leadership, education, and civic engagement
- Member of Metro Mayors Caucus, Colorado Municipal League, Mayors and Commissioners Consortium on Transportation and Mayors Innovation Project
Community Outreach Manager
Congressman Jared Polis - House of Representatives
06.2009 - 05.2014
- Developed and coordinated district-wide strategic community outreach and events in an economically, culturally and geographically diverse areas
- Daily communication, casework and responsiveness to general public, elected officials, and diverse constituencies within district
- Represented Congressman at private meetings and public events
- Cultivated and maintained relationships with community leaders as well as nonprofit, government, faith-based and grassroots organizations
- Coordinated Congressman’s schedule including community events, town halls, constituent meetings
Education
Master of Nonprofit Management -
Regis University
Denver, COBachelor of Arts - Anthropology/Archaeology
Minnesota State University At Moorhead
Study Abroad -
Nottingham Trent University
NottinghamSkills
- Secured and managed $1865 million in federal EECBG funds to support eight local/regional initiatives—spanning workforce planning, climate-action planning, electrification, and clean-energy deployment in rural and mountain communities
- Laid groundwork and provided policy analysis for the Climate Accelerator Program, an EPA-supported local government initiative - $70 million In federal funding awarded to CEO from the Climate Pollution Reduction Grant
- Facilitated the rollout of CEO’s Resource Guide for Local Governments, which offers step-by-step support for greenhouse gas reduction and long-term recovery planning post-pandemic
- As Mayor, catapulted the city of Lafayette to the Forefront of sustainability in the region Through solar gardens, curbside composting, green business programs, multi-model connectivity, and streamlining residential solar
Affiliations
- Service Oriented Field Experience– Desmond Tutu’s Global Development for Peace and Leadership in Cape Town
- Board Member Energy Smart Colorado
- Board Member Global Leadership Studies Department Advisory Committee Regis University
- Board Member Eye Health Institute - NGO providing comprehensive eye care to the underserved people of Jamaica
- Board Member for Thorne Nature Experience - Outdoor Education for Kids
- Chair and Board Member of The Arts Hub - Community arts organization for kids
- Volunteer Campaign Advisor - Progressive women running for office
Accomplishments
- Colorado Alliance for Environmental Education President’s Award - 2018
- Business and Professional Women of Boulder Community Builder of the Year - 2017
- BizWest Boulder Valley 40 Under Forty
- Colorado Association for Recycling Elected Official of the Year
- Denver Foundation Helen M. McLoraine Nonprofit Employee Scholarship
Languages
Italian
Intermediate (B1)
Timeline
Senior Policy Advisory for Local Government
Colorado Energy Office
10.2019 - 01.2025
Colorado Field Consultant
Moms Clean Air Force
07.2016 - 10.2019
Mayor
City of Lafayette, Colorado
12.2013 - 02.2019
Community Outreach Manager
Congressman Jared Polis - House of Representatives
06.2009 - 05.2014
Master of Nonprofit Management -
Regis University
Bachelor of Arts - Anthropology/Archaeology
Minnesota State University At Moorhead
Study Abroad -
Nottingham Trent University
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