Orange County names new sustainability officer

ORANGE COUNTY, Fla. — Someone new will lead Orange County’s sustainability efforts starting next month.

County officials announced Monday that Carries Black will be the county’s next chief sustainability and resilience officer.

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The county said Black has a decade of experience in sustainability leadership, including directing efforts for Jacksonville University, Valencia College, and the Green Team Project. She also serves on the local U.S. Green Building Council, chairing the Green Education Committee and leading the Sustainability Officer Roundtable.

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“I am confident that with Carrie’s strong background, combined with her natural skill set for innovation, collaboration and vision, Orange County will continue to lead the way when it comes to sustainability and resiliency efforts in the Southeast region,” Mayor Jerry Demings said in a statement.

The county said Black will work to ensure Orange County is “future-ready,” with the environment and people at the forefront.

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“I look forward to joining Orange County and leading a multi-faceted approach to strengthen our environmental sustainability and resilience,” Black said in a statement.

Black’s appointment will be effective Sept. 6.

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