From 10 to 110 Degrees: Designing/Planning for Today's Climate Change - 1.0 PDH (LA CES/HSW)

Jennifer is co-founder & principal of Studio Balcones, a landscape and urban design firm based in Austin, Texas. Her commitment to protecting and supporting healthy ecological systems sits at the center of her work. As a self-proclaimed “plant nerd,” Jennifer oversees all office planting design, and loves to insert whimsy and play into her projects. She has an MLA from The University of Pennsylvania and a BS from Georgia Tech. Jennifer is a 4th generation Texan with deep affection for Texas landscapes., is a mother of two, and enjoys exploring the natural world with her family.

John Hart Asher is a Senior Environmental Designer with over 13 years of experience creating functional ecosystems in urban environments. He specializes in ecological design, green infrastructure, and translating sustainable practices into projects that deliver ecosystem services. His work spans prairie restoration, green roofs, and sustainable roadsides across Texas.

John Hart contributed to the award-winning Edgeland House green roof, featured in Dwell, Texas Architect, and AppleTV’s HOME series. He holds a master’s in landscape architecture from UT Austin and a bachelor’s in history from the University of Mississippi. A strong project manager and researcher, he has advanced green roof technology for semi-arid climates and currently hosts PBS’s Central Texas Gardener.

Emily King is the City of Austin's Urban Forester, an ISA Certified Arborist Municipal Specialist, and holds a degree in Forest Management from Texas A&M University. In her capacity as Austin's Urban Forester, Emily leads city-wide collaboration efforts to implement Austin’s Urban Forest Plan. She grounds her team's work with a focus on equitable access to the benefits that our community forest provides, and on climate adaptation to ensure the health of our future forest.