Casey Taylor

Casey Taylor is an Assistant Professor in the Energy and Environmental Policy Program at the Joseph R. Biden, Jr. School of Public Policy and Administration, University of Delaware. Her work bridges policy analysis, environmental governance, and stakeholder engagement in natural resource management.

Education:

• PhD in Environmental Sciences, Oregon State University (2016)
• M.S. in Conservation Biology/Resource Ecology and Management, University of Michigan, Ann Arbor (2008)
• B.S. in Natural Resources, Cornell University (2004)

Taylor’s research explores how science, trust, and collaboration shape policies for wildlife management, water quality, and energy facility siting. She employs mixed qualitative and quantitative methodologies to analyze interactions between stakeholders, communities, and government institutions. Her publications over the past decade highlight interdisciplinary approaches to environmental law, regulatory science, and rural policy frameworks, with a focus on stakeholder accountability and public participation.