Caroline Scruggs

Caroline Scruggs is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Community and Regional Planning (CRP) at the University of New Mexico (UNM), affiliated with the School of Architecture and Planning (SA+P). Her work focuses on environmental planning, water resources, and policy analysis. She holds BS and MS degrees in Environmental Engineering from Virginia Tech and an interdisciplinary PhD in Environment and Resources from Stanford University.

Her research employs mixed methods to address environmental challenges, emphasizing interdisciplinary collaboration. Key affiliations include UNM’s Water Resources Program, Center for Water & the Environment, Geography & Environmental Studies, and Sustainability Studies. Funding sources include the NSF and New Mexico Water Resources Research Institute (NMWRRI).

• Education:
  • PhD in Environment and Resources, Stanford University
  • MS in Environmental Engineering, Virginia Tech
  • BS in Environmental Engineering, Virginia Tech

Her research interests span chemical policy, environmental health, and sustainable resource management. She has received prestigious fellowships, including the EPA STAR and Udall Foundation awards. Her recent work emphasizes global-local linkages in environmental governance and community-engaged solutions.

Labs/Teams: Collaborates with UNM’s Center for Water & the Environment and partners across academia and NGOs. Partnerships include the Swedish Chemicals Agency and the United Nations Environment Program.