Kate Knowles

About Kate Knowles

A native of Birmingham, AL, I recently graduated from Loyola University Chicago with my B.S. in Environmental Science, and a minor in Urban Studies – Sustainability. I am passionate about the intersection of sustainability, social justice, and public health, and am eager to continue collaborating with professionals in these sectors through my career, outreach endeavors, and volunteer work. My professional experiences range from nonprofit environmental management, lab-based research, public health outreach, and renewable energy development. Despite the differing positions, a consistent theme has been innovation, strong partnerships, and a commitment to sustainable, impactful progress. I graduated from Loyola Chicago with the distinction, Magna Cum Laude, and I was an eight-time recipient of the School of Environmental Sustainability\'s Dean’s List honor. The opportunity to conduct two separate capstone projects, for both Environmental Science and Urban Studies, provided an opportunity to pursue research in topics I am deeply passionate about. My research on artificial intelligence, data centers, and renewable energy was presented at Loyola Chicago\'s 2025 Climate Change Conference; and my research paper on neoliberalism and sustainable urban development sparked productive debate within my final urban studies seminar.

Experience

1. Sustainability Analyst

   RaceTrac

   Oct 2025 — Present · Atlanta, GA, US

Education

• Loyola University Chicago

  Bachelor of Science - BS, Environmental Science