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Elizabeth Thompson

Legislative Director for the Environmental Defense Fund (since 1999)

(Environmental
Defense Fund)

Why She Matters

Growing up, Thompson thought she wanted to be a fashion designer. Instead, she ended up on Capitol Hill, where she is the chief lobbyist for the Environmental Defense Fund.

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At a Glance

  • Career History: Co-chair, US Climate Action Partnership steering committee (since 2007); Environmental Policy Analyst/Independent Consultant (1997 to 1999); Washington Policy Director, Clean Air Network (1994 to 1996)
  • Hometown: Manhatten
  • Alma Mater: Wellesley College, B.A., 1986; Boston College Law School, J.D., 1990; New York University School of Law, LLM, 1991
  • Office: 1875 Connecticut Ave., NWWashington, DC 20009; (202) 387-3500
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Additional Resources

  1. "Top Lobbyists: Grassroots," The Hill, May 21, 2009
  2. "Meet Elizabeth Thompson," Environmental Defense Fund