I'm a freelance journalist, writer and researcher specializing in energy efficiency with an equity lens, sustainable development in the built environment, civic tech and policy related to culture and the arts. I blend data analysis with narrative storytelling to illuminate how policy, design and community engagement shape the places we live, work and create.…

Audrey Faye Henderson

I'm a freelance journalist, writer and researcher specializing in energy efficiency with an equity lens, sustainable development in the built environment, civic tech and policy related to culture and the arts. I blend data analysis with narrative storytelling to illuminate how policy, design and community engagement shape the places we live, work and create.…

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I’m a freelance journalist, writer and researcher specializing in energy efficiency with an equity lens, sustainable development in the built environment, civic tech and policy related to culture and the arts.

I blend data analysis with narrative storytelling to illuminate how policy, design and community engagement shape the places we live, work and create.

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Skills

Experience Level

Language

English
Fluent

Work Experience

Contributing Reporter at Canary News Network
February 1, 2025 - Present
Freelance journalist reporting on energy efficiency, equity and culture policy; developing data-driven stories and investigations.
Contributor at GreenBiz/Trellis
January 1, 2022 - February 1, 2023
Articles and features on sustainability; cross-published.
Freelance Reporter at The Plug
February 1, 2021 - August 1, 2021
Reported on energy and urban design topics.
Freelance Reporter at Energy News Network
December 1, 2019 - January 1, 2025
Reported on energy policy, efficiency, and resilience; cross-published with partner networks.
Contributor at Belt Magazine
October 1, 2019 - December 1, 2023
Articles and features on urbanism and culture.
Contributor at Chicago Reader
September 1, 2019 - December 1, 2019
Cross-posts from ENN/ Canary Media
Contributor at Wallpaper* Magazine
August 1, 2019 - Present
Articles on design, architecture and culture.
Contributor at Global Traveler
February 1, 2019 - February 1, 2019
Feature Article.
Contributor at Chicago Architect
March 1, 2017 - April 1, 2017
Feature Article.
Contributor at Next City
January 1, 2017 - January 1, 2019
Articles and features.
Contributor at ACCA Now
May 1, 2014 - October 1, 2019
Articles and Features.
Contributor at Ebyline Content Hub
January 1, 2013 - January 1, 2013
Feature Articles.
Guest Blogger at Smart Cities Dive
January 1, 2012 - January 1, 2014
Cross-posts from Sustainable Urban Future.
Contributor at SuperMoney & Optima Tax Relief Blogs
January 1, 2012 - January 1, 2016
Blogs, Blog Posts and Features.
Contributor at Writing-World.com
January 1, 2009 - January 1, 2015
Guest Column and Features.
Contributor at Transitions Abroad
January 1, 2008 - January 1, 2008
Features.
Contributor at EasyExpat Blog
January 1, 2008 - January 1, 2013
Expat Guides and Features.

Education

Joint JD/PhD Program: ABD at Northwestern University
January 11, 2030 - January 16, 2026
Juris Doctor at Northwestern University School of Law
January 11, 2030 - January 16, 2026
MA Sociology at Northwestern University Graduate School
January 11, 2030 - January 16, 2026
BA Sociology at Northwestern University
January 11, 2030 - January 16, 2026

Qualifications

US EPA Report: Climate Change Resiliency
January 1, 2014 - January 1, 2015
CHA Plan for Transformation, data analysis
January 1, 2014 - January 1, 2015
RAF Consulting (subcontractor)
January 1, 2004 - January 1, 2007
Contractor: International Association of Physicians in AIDS Care (IAPAC): Data Analysis
January 1, 2003 - December 31, 2003

Industry Experience

Energy & Utilities, Media & Entertainment, Education, Non-Profit Organization, Professional Services

Skills

Experience Level