Andrea Altmann

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Bio

Andrea Altmann leads campus-wide sustainability efforts at San Diego State University, working to translate the university's climate and sustainability goals into meaningful action. With a career that spans both the public and private sectors, she brings expertise in climate action planning, energy policy, water-energy nexus, waste reduction and strategic communications.

At SDSU, Andrea partners with faculty, staff, students and community stakeholders to develop initiatives that reduce environmental impact, generate cost savings and create opportunities for innovation and engagement. She's passionate about connecting people to purpose and is dedicated to building a more sustainable, resilient future for the SDSU community and beyond.

Sustainability Origin Story:
I started my career as a scientist, immersed in data and research, thinking that facts alone would lead to action. However, I soon realized that real change doesn't just come from information, it comes from people. That shift in perspective led me to focus on sustainability as a way to inspire meaningful behavior change and collective action. At SDSU, I'm driven by the opportunity to align our campus operations with our values, empower students as sustainability leaders, and help shape a future that works for both people and the planet.