Janine Bogar is an Environmental Planner and Policy Specialist for the Solid Waste Management Program at the Washington State Department of Ecology. She oversees the state solid waste plan, and works on waste reduction and recycling policies. Previously, Janine worked for the Washington State Department of Corrections as the sustainability coordinator, helping prison facilities make less waste, build green, and use less water and energy. She also has 10 years’ experience with local government, implementing a variety of waste reduction and recycling programs. Janine has a B.S. in Zoology, and a Masters of Environmental Studies degree.