
Kyle Schmitz works to uncover and showcase the impact of sustainability initiatives at the University of Wisconsin–Madison. As the senior sustainability analyst, he manages the university’s carbon inventory, ensuring precise tracking and analysis of greenhouse gas emissions data from activities such as energy use, business travel, and procurement. Kyle also leads reporting through the STARS framework, which measures campus-wide sustainability efforts in a broader sense.
Before joining UW–Madison, Kyle spent ten years at Cisco Systems in various supply chain operations and sustainability roles. As the supply chain sustainability program manager, he led projects focused on reducing material waste, energy consumption, and carbon emissions across Cisco’s global supply chain.
A proud double Badger, Kyle earned his B.S. in mechanical engineering and M.B.A. with a specialization in supply chain management from the University of Wisconsin–Madison. He also holds a certificate in business, environment, and social responsibility.