Maria is currently pursuing a Master of Science in Sustainability Management at American University's Kogod School of Business, gaining expertise in sustainability principles, environmental stewardship, and sustainable business practices. Her focus includes renewable energy, carbon reduction strategies, and circular economy solutions. She is thrilled to join the World Resources Institute as an Electric Vehicle Industry Intern, where she can apply her knowledge and contribute to impactful projects in clean energy and sustainable transportation, as well as to deepen her understanding of the EV battery supply chain and workforce equity. In her spare time she loves to tend to her houseplants, grab coffee with friends, and take walks around her neighborhood.