Andrew Wetzler

Andrew Wetzler is a prominent figure in environmental advocacy, currently serving as the Senior Vice President of the Nature Program at the Natural Resources Defense Council (NRDC), a position he has held since January 2023. He has an extensive history with NRDC, having previously worked as the Managing Director of the Nature Program from 2017 to August 2020 and as Chief Program Officer (acting) from August 2020 to January 2023.

Professional Background

Wetzler's career at NRDC spans over two decades, during which he has held various roles:

• Deputy Chief Program Officer (2016 - August 2020)
• Director of the Land & Wildlife Program (2009 - 2015)
• Senior Attorney and Director of the Wildlife Conservation Project (2003 - 2008)
• Staff Attorney (2000 - 2003)
• Project Attorney (1998 - 2000)

Before joining NRDC, he worked at Cravath, Swaine & Moore LLP as an associate and served as a law clerk for the United States District Court for the Eastern District of New York.

Education

Wetzler earned his Bachelor's degree in Religion/Religious Studies from Brown University (1986-1990) and his Juris Doctor (JD) from the University of Virginia School of Law (1992-1994).

Location

He is based in Chicago, Illinois, where he continues to contribute to environmental policy and conservation efforts through his leadership at NRDC.