Kelly Shelton
President & CEO
Casimere Street
Social Impact Manager
Christopher Currie
Project Manager

About Us

Introduction Headquartered in Chicago, Illinois, Quercus Consulting is a certified minority and woman-owned business with the City of Chicago (MWBE), and the State of Illinois (MWBE). We specialize as a strategic advisory firm with a focal point in environmental policy. Issues of sustainability and climate change carry weighty challenges but also offer tremendous opportunities. Through the lens of economic impact, we evaluate the effectiveness of policy and program ideas to influence future decision making. Since 1997 Quercus Consulting has been combining your sustainability vision with our expertise; our experience is your greatest ally.
Our Philosophy Ranging from cost savings to education and most things in between, we help develop policies and manage projects that identify environmental strengths and liabilities. We dive into the conditions, assess the data, evaluate the options, and communicate the findings. Having done this work for a variety of clients including government agencies, corporations, education institutions, and faith-based organizations, we understand adaptability and how to tailor to unique situations. We provide the know-how, passion, and experience to help form strategies that make sense for you, your stakeholders, and your communities. You invest time and money into your operations, let us invest into you.

Our Mission, Vision, & Core Principles

Mission
Our mission is to champion climate equity, understanding everyone has a stake in a sustainable future. We're committed to developing and implementing collaborative solutions, strategies and plans that address carbon reduction and environmental justice.
Vision
In a world where environmental challenges disproportionately impact marginalized communities, our vision is for a future where every individual, regardless of their background, has equal access to clean air, water, and green spaces. Our commitment extends beyond carbon footprints; it encompasses social justice, equity, and resilience.
Core Principles
EQUITY & INCLUSIVITYBecause environmental justice is a fundamental human right, we prioritize communities that have historically borne the brunt of pollution, climate change, and resource depletion. We work collaboratively and inclusively to address systemic inequalities and uplift those most affected.
RESILIENCE & ADAPTATIONOur deliverables extend beyond mitigation. We actively build resilience by supporting local adaptation efforts, promoting sustainable livelihoods, and safeguarding ecosystems.
COLLABORATION & ADVOCACYWe collaborate with businesses, governments, nonprofits, and academia to drive systemic change. Together, we forge pathways toward a regenerative economy and a healthier Earth. We recognize that climate change exacerbates existing vulnerabilities, and we advocate to empower communities to withstand its impacts.

Meet the Team!

Kelly Shelton President & CEO

Kelly has worked in the energy and sustainability arena for over thirty years. She has held various positions of increasing responsibility including Systems and Design Engineer, Sales Manager, Marketing Analyst, and Energy Management Director. Kelly earned a B.S. in Industrial Engineering from Northern Illinois University and an M.S. in Engineering Management from Northwestern University. Kelly is a LEED AP, a Certified Energy Manager and a Blessed Tomorrow Eco Ambassador leading the Quercus team She focuses on sustainability plans, environmental justice initiatives and climate equity strategy development.

Casimere Street Social Impact Manager

Casimere leads the Social Impact work at Quercus. Casimere (Casi) is a Hampton University graduate with a B.A. in Strategic Communications and a minor in Leadership Studies. As an emerging professional at Quercus her focus is on environmental justice and policy design. Casi has a passion for equity and has conducted research on food deserts, community impacts of construction projects and effective communications strategies for sustainability initiatives.

Christopher Currie Project Manager

Christopher helps lead various projects under the Quercus umbrella. Christopher (Chris) is a Morehouse College graduate with a B.S. in Biology. As an emerging professional at Quercus, his focus is on social and environmental equity. Chris has a passion for environmental justice and has expericence working with low income government housing initiatives to help close the environmental equity gap between social classes.