Jon Philipsborn

Associate Vice President, Climate Adaptation Practice Director, AECOM

Mr. Philipsborn currently serves as Climate Adaptation Practice Director for the Americas in AECOM’s Environment Business Line. He advises clients on the strategic integration of climate change into planning, project development, and management decisions. This has included supporting public and private sector clients with disaster preparedness and resilience planning; understanding potential climate change impacts and associated vulnerability, and identifying and implementing adaptation strategies. Throughout his career, Mr. Philipsborn has communicated technical information to decision makers, and worked on innovative projects that produce environmental, economic, and community benefits. Mr. Philipsborn has gained valuable experience working for government, non-profits, and the private sector. He has delivered numerous technical presentations and contributed to multiple publications. Mr. Philipsborn has a Master of Public Administration in Environmental Science and Policy from Columbia University’s School of International and Public Affairs, and a BA from Kenyon College.