Renai Nez

Renai Nez is a Climate Outreach and Education Fellow with Oak Ridge Institute for Science and Education (ORISE), working in collaboration with the USDA Southeast Climate Hub. She holds a bachelor’s degree in Conservation Ecology from New Mexico State University and a master’s degree in Urban and Environmental Planning from Arizona State University. Renai’s focus is on designing and implementing outreach programs that raise awareness and educate diverse audiences about climate change, its impacts, and actionable solutions. Renai builds relationships with producers, technical service providers, partners, and collaborators. She develops and delivers a variety of educational resources, including webinars, workshops, manuals, and study guides, to empower landowners and natural resources managers. Through her efforts, Renai helps guide informed decision-making and promotes the restoration of resilient forests.