Michelle Miano

Michelle Miano is the Environmental Protection Division Director at the New Mexico Environment Department. Since joining NMED in January of 2023, Michelle has ushered through key policy initiatives, including: The passage of the Clean Transportation Fuel Standard,  Adoption of Advanced Clean Cars and Advanced Clean Trucks rules, and the implementation of NMED’s Ozone Precursor rules.  Prior to joining NMED, Michelle practiced law with a focus on representation of Tribal Nations and Tribal interests on land and resources issues. Michelle also spent time working for the New Mexico State Land Office dealing with oil and gas issues, state water issues, and state/tribal land exchanges.