Katie Dykes

Katie Dykes is the commissioner of Connecticut’s Department of Energy and Environmental Protection, where she has been vocal about the urgent impacts of climate change on communities. Her work emphasizes the need for effective climate policy and environmental protection, particularly as states face escalating challenges related to extreme weather, health risks, and infrastructure damage due to climate change. Dykes has expressed concern over recent federal actions that undermine environmental regulations, positioning her as a key advocate for state-level environmental resilience and public health.