Catrina Rorke joins R Street as director of energy policy
WASHINGTON (April 27, 2015) – The R Street Institute is proud to announce Catrina Rorke has joined the organization as director of energy policy.
Rorke brings with her significant experience in energy policy, having worked as policy adviser to former Rep. Bob Inglis, R-S.C. While working with Inglis’ office, Rorke oversaw the drafting of climate change legislation and spearheaded efforts to better communicate climate science to Republican members of Congress.
“We couldn’t have found a better person than Catrina to head our energy program,” said Eli Lehrer, president of R Street. “The combination of her knowledge of the issues and her relationships with influential lawmakers and stakeholders will be a fantastic asset to R Street’s work on these issues.”
In her most recent position, Rorke served as director of energy policy at the American Action Forum, where she founded the organization’s energy policy portfolio.
“I’m thrilled to be joining R Street to address the important energy issues facing us today,” said Rorke. “In its short history, R Street has proven itself a valuable and influential resource in the space and I’m eager to help take that to the next level.”
Rorke has also worked on energy issues at Lighthouse Consulting Group and the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration. She is a graduate of the University of North Carolina and received a master’s degree in public administration from Columbia University, with a concentration in environmental and science policy.
