Elina was born and raised in Athens, Greece and is currently a junior at Brown University studying Economics and International and Public Affairs. Her passion for sustainability emerges from her interests in policy, finance and health and wellness. She is involved in various climate initiatives on campus, including the installation of energy-producing cardiovascular equipment at the campus’ Nelson Fitness Center. Additionally, Elina is an E-board member of the Sustainable Food Initiative at Brown, and a teaching assistant for Environmental Economics classes. She has also conducted research comparing the relationship between projected national GDP loss from climate change damages and fossil fuel subsidies in the Middle East and Europe. In the past summer, Elina interned at Orion Infrastructure Capital, a private equity firm specializing in environmental infrastructure investing. She is an avid fitness-lover, enjoying outdoor runs and hikes, and producing electricity through her workouts! Elina hopes to exemplify her commitment to fight against climate change by combining policy and finance to implement feasible climate solutions. Ultimately, she hopes that people will understand the power of assimilating environmentally-friendly behaviors in every aspect of their lives, including fitness and wellness and beyond!