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“Anyone who has worked with Sushma knows that she has a brilliant scientific mind and is a natural problem-solver,” said Delli-Gatti in her announcement Thursday. “She is well-respected by her colleagues and uniquely suited to guide DEQ’s regulatory teams through the complex issues impacting our state.”
Her responsibilities with the department have included implementing Gov. Roy Cooper’s executive orders on climate change and transitioning to a clean energy economy. She was involved in developing the state’s Climate Risk Assessment and Resilience Plan released in 2020. She also oversaw programs related to low-income weatherization assistance, energy planning, energy efficiency and transportation alternatives.