San Francisco Estuary Institute
Denise Walker is an Associate Environmental Scientist at San Francisco Estuary Institute since September 2022, specializing in synthesizing scientific knowledge for planners and policy-makers, report writing, and managing multiple project work streams. Previously, Denise held positions such as Scientific Aid at the California Department of Fish and Wildlife, focusing on rare species data management, and Project Intern at the U.S. Geological Survey, collaborating on cumulative effects analysis. Experience also includes serving as a Restoration Project Specialist at Save The Bay, managing ecological restoration projects, and as a Biological Science Technician with the National Park Service, conducting resource monitoring for endangered species. Denise's career began with a Youth and Community Engagement internship at Golden Gate National Parks Conservancy, promoting public land education. Educational credentials include a Master of Science in Environmental Policy and Management from the University of California, Davis, and a Bachelor of Arts in Cultural Anthropology from UC Santa Barbara.
San Francisco Estuary Institute
The San Francisco Estuary Institute (SFEI-ASC) is one of California’s premier environmental science organizations. Our mission: provide scientific support and tools for planning, designing, and decision-making. We conduct independent research to assess and improve the health of the waters, wetlands, wildlife and landscapes of San Francisco Bay, California, and beyond. Our skilled scientists and technology experts provide data and tools that empower government, community, and industry to implement cost-effective solutions for complex environmental challenges. We have three primary programs – Clean Water, Resilient Landscapes, and Environmental Informatics – that together bridge the divide between decline and adaptation.