Mayor Muriel Bowser has nominated Ms. Jennifer Wade for appointment to the Green Finance Authority Board, filling a vacant seat previously held by Brandi Colander. Ms. Wade, a resident of Ward 8 in Washington, DC, possesses extensive experience in financial, project development, and legal expertise related to clean energy and infrastructure. Her nomination is in accordance with the Confirmation Act of 1978 and the Green Finance Authority Establishment Act of 2018. The proposed resolution seeks to confirm her appointment for the remainder of an unexpired term ending July 9, 2028.

Ms. Wade currently serves as the Director of the Division of Regulation at the U.S. Department of Energy, where she oversees regulatory processes and compliance related to natural gas import/export. With over two decades of leadership experience in the federal government, she has a proven track record in strategic oversight, regulatory governance, and program management. The resolution will take effect immediately upon adoption, and a copy will be transmitted to both the nominee and the Mayor.