Karim D. Marshall is the Director of Climate and Energy Policy at the Consumer Federation of America, where he protects vulnerable and marginalized communities by advocating for polices which advance an affordable and responsible economy. Karim is a seasoned leader with nearly two decades of expertise in environmental law, policy development, and strategic program management across federal, state, and local levels. As the Senior Advisor for Environmental Justice and External Civil Rights at the United States Environmental Protection Agency in the Biden-Harris Administration, Karim drove the integration of equity principles into national programs, ensuring fairness and inclusivity in public service delivery and access to federal resources. With a proven track record of spearheading transformative initiatives, he has built and led national programs, managed multi-billion-dollar real estate portfolios, and authored groundbreaking policies in energy, climate, and environmental justice. Mr. Marshall has represented the U.S. government on the global stage and developed innovative stakeholder engagement frameworks and equity-focused solutions, bridging strategic vision with operational execution.  

Karim is a third-generation Washingtonian, a graduate of Dartmouth College and the Washington College of Law at American University (WCL). He teaches Environmental Justice at WCL & Howard University’s School of Law and is admitted to practice in the District of Columbia and Maryland.