Board Spotlight: Jasmine Xie

In this Spotlight article, we interview Jasmine Xie, DC EcoWomen Board Secretary. Jasmine shares what inspired her to join the Board, the environmental issues she is most passionate about, and her favorite green living tips.

Jasmine visiting Lake Minnewanka in Banff National Park in Alberta, Canada.

What inspired you to join the Board?

I’ve lived in DC for over five years and wanted to give back to my community through a mission-driven organization. Inspired by mentors who have guided my career, I hope to do the same for others during a challenging time for many environment and climate professionals in DC. After attending a DC EcoWomen Community Happy Hour at Salazar in September 2025, I connected with Board members about getting more involved and now support the organization as Board Secretary.

Can you describe your work with the board? How can community members contribute to this work?

As DC EcoWomen’s Board Secretary, I help to organize Board meetings, provide support to different Board committees, assist with the newsletter, and respond to questions from community members. Community members can reach out to info@dc.ecowomen.org to get involved with the Board, and to share event ideas and suggestions.

Which environmental issues are you most passionate about and why?

I am passionate about designing circular economies, which reduces waste and pollution by keeping products and materials in use for as long as possible. Examples include making products from post-consumer waste, and reducing demolition and new-build in favor of building retrofit and rehabilitation. Circular economies reduce the need to extract new raw materials, which helps to preserve habitats and biodiversity. Another advantage is reducing the amount of incinerator waste, preventing health issues resulting from particulate pollution.

What are your favorite green living tips?

Get things second-hand. Buy-Nothing neighborhood groups are perfect for this, and a great way to meet your neighbors! Another tip is to consider using diva cups for menstrual cycles. They are more eco-friendly, durable, and affordable—most can be used for 5-10 years compared to disposable pads and tampons.

What do you focus on in your day job?

I work at the National Association of State Energy Officials, a nonprofit acting as a resource for and about all 50 state, 5 territory, and D.C. energy offices across the country. I work on our Buildings Program, so I provide policy development and program implementation support to state agencies on enhancing building energy efficiency, and adopting grid-edge energy technologies and renewables to improve energy reliability for homes and community facilities.

What are your favorite things to do outside of work?

I enjoy staying active through running and playing ultimate frisbee. Next year, I hope to complete a triathlon. I’m also on a journey to find the best matcha latte in the DC area. I have recently started a tier list to track all of the places I’ve tried. Please send me any recommendations!

Do you have any favorite books or films that focus on environmental issues?

I saw Train Dreams on Netflix, and cried while watching it. I got this recommendation from my good friend Susannah, who produces a podcast called “The Rural Remix” for her job at the Daily Yonder. Check out her fantastic blog post about Train Dreams.

How can people connect with you?

Drop me a line at jasmine.xie@dc.ecowomen.org or connect with me on LinkedIn.