Our Team

Founder and President

Ning has a background in computer science and has worked for a number of years in the tech industry, including a few years as an early developer and team lead at Google. Since 2006, she has focused on conservation and environmental education, climate change mitigation, community organizing, and policy advocacy. She does her climate work through a private foundation, as a private investor, and as a board member on multiple environmental boards including the board of League of Conservation Voters. Ning also founded Blue Wave Postcard Movement to turn out voters through grassroots organizing, as well as Emerging Voters to empower AAPI voters and increase AAPI representation in politics.

Executive Director

Greg is an energy engineer with a background in clean energy policies who served as the public buildings energy efficiency lead for the Washington State Energy Office for three years. Greg founded the Green Car Company, which introduced the first Smart Cars and municipal PHEV conversions to the United States and campaigned for the nation’s first carbon tax initiative. From 2015-2020 Greg lobbied the WA State legislature and drafted the WA Sustainable Farms and Fields Act, which contributed to the creation of the $1 billion USDA Climate Smart Commodities program and $20 billion for sustainable agriculture within the Inflation Reduction Act. Greg is also the Executive Director of Clean & Prosperous America which quickly moves pooled resources, free of charge, to grassroots organizations.

Program Director

Page Atcheson has spent over a decade advancing solutions to the climate crisis through grassroots organizing, policymaking, and philanthropy.  Throughout her career, Page has driven climate progress from multiple angles: organizing communities to oppose fossil fuel infrastructure with the Northern Plains Resource Council, empowering youth advocates as the Executive Director of Our Climate, and scaling international climate solutions through the Keeling Curve Prize. In addition to working with 1.5°Climate, Page currently serves as the Grants Direct for Clean & Prosperous America. Based in Missoula, Montana, Page loves exploring the outdoors—especially on bikes—with her husband and their two young children.

Community Engagement Director

Audrey Peshkam is an experienced fundraising and development professional with a deep passion for climate solutions. Audrey received her undergraduate degree in Ecology & Evolutionary Biology at the University of California, Santa Cruz and spent two years of her time at UCSC supporting ecology research efforts as well as producing an environmental justice podcast series. Since receiving her Bachelor’s degree, Audrey has gained comprehensive experience in fundraising and development work through various non-profit organizations. As an Armenian American, she has worked with several organizations dedicated to supporting efforts related to public health, education, and economic development in rural Armenia. Her educational as well as professional backgrounds have now intersected through her work at 1.5°Climate, as she works to expand membership, increase giving, and extend the scope of the 1.5° community.

Technology Director

With over 20 years of experience, Dominic has led successful technology projects for startups, nonprofits, regional businesses, and national and international clients including Microsoft, Intel, AT&T, Target, and Staples. Areas of expertise include IT operations, web development, technology implementation, and analytics.

Program Manager

Ariana has shaped a deep commitment and dedication to advancing climate action, civic engagement, and equity through her background in nonprofit programming, strategic communications, donor engagement, and data-informed advocacy. She has worked to connect people and resources with organizations driving meaningful change. Her work includes developing fundraising campaigns, donor communications, events, and digital content that elevate grassroots organizations and help secure strategic investments in climate and democracy efforts. Before focusing on climate advocacy, Ariana spent more than two years in the nonprofit sector, including serving as a Program Assistant with Atlanta GLOW, a former Clean & Prosperous America grantee focused on empowering young women of color. In her free time, she enjoys crochet and anime.

Research and Data Manager

Peter is an IT professional and a versatile data specialist with a degree in Information Technology. With a rich background in research, quality assurance, web development, and data analytics, Peter has contributed to various projects in multiple roles, including as a Virtual Assistant. His understanding of programming languages, coupled with his ability to analyze and interpret data, enables him to provide insightful solutions for strategic goals. Peter’s expertise lies in leveraging technology to support research-driven decision-making and enhance operational efficiency. When not immersed in data, Peter is passionate about advancing technology and innovation to create impactful solutions.