Jo Jensen, PhD

With over a decade of experience studying forest ecology and climate change impacts, Jo brings rigorous scientific expertise to the carbon markets. Before joining Carbon Direct, she spent nearly three years at Pachama developing and evaluating forest carbon projects, gaining hands-on experience in both project development and technical assessment.

Jo's research background is rooted in understanding how forests respond to climate change. Her NASA-funded doctoral research at Columbia University investigated tree growth and regeneration at Arctic treeline in Alaska, combining field measurements, remote sensing, and statistical modeling to track forest carbon dynamics. This work involved managing large datasets, developing sampling designs that integrated multiple forest measurement techniques, and conducting dendrochronological analyses to observe climate-driven growth changes.

Jo is passionate about using ecological science to drive meaningful climate action through forest restoration. Her work bridges the gap between rigorous forest science and practical carbon project implementation, ensuring that restoration efforts deliver real climate benefits while supporting ecosystem health and community well-being.